What is the cheapest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Zambia?

The cheapest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Zambia is to bus which costs $57 - $58 and takes 29h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Zambia?

The fastest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Zambia is to fly which takes 2h 38m and costs $330 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Dar es Salaam and Zambia?

No, there is no direct bus from Dar es Salaam to Zambia. However, there are services departing from Gerezani and arriving at Intercity Bus Terminus via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 12m.

How far is it from Dar es Salaam to Zambia?

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Zambia is 1537 km. The road distance is 1945.8 km.

How do I travel from Dar es Salaam to Zambia without a car?

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Zambia without a car is to bus which takes 29h 12m and costs $57 - $58.

How long does it take to get from Dar es Salaam to Zambia?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Dar es Salaam to Zambia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dar es Salaam to Zambia bus from?

Dar es Salaam to Zambia bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Dar es Salaam to Zambia?

The best way to get from Dar es Salaam to Zambia is to fly which takes 2h 56m and costs $300 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $57 - $58 and takes 29h 12m.

Where does the Dar es Salaam to Zambia bus arrive?

Dar es Salaam to Zambia bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Intercity Bus Terminus station.

What is the time difference between Dar es Salaam and Zambia?

Zambia is 1h behind Dar es Salaam. It is currently 9:54 PM in Dar es Salaam and 8:54 PM in Zambia.

Can I drive from Dar es Salaam to Zambia?

Yes, the driving distance between Dar es Salaam to Zambia is 1946 km. It takes approximately 29h 54m to drive from Dar es Salaam to Zambia.

Where can I stay near Zambia?

There are 365+ hotels available in Zambia.

Dar es Salaam to Zambia - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Dar es Salaam to Zambia by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Lusaka
best
1. Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Lusaka (LUN)plane DAR - LUN
2h 56m
$307–519
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Intercity Bus Terminusbus
29h 12m
$57
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dar es salaam to Serenjetrain
2. Take the bus from Serenje to Lusakabus
46h 43m
Drive 1,945.8 km
1. Drive from Dar es Salaam to Lusakacar 1,945.8 km
29h 54m
$286–413
Fly to Ndola
1. Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Ndola (NLA)plane DAR - NLA
2h 38m
$337–572
Fly to Kamuzu International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW)plane DAR - LLW
2. Drive from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Chipatacar
5h 37m
$296–604

Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Lusaka (LUN) flights

12Weekly Planes

3h 21mAverage Duration

$155Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,536.6 km
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Dar es Salaam, Tanzania and Zambia?

Turkish Airlines, Air Tanzania, and two other airlines fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Lusaka (LUN) twice daily. Alternatively, SR Classic Coach operates a bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Intercity Bus Terminus twice daily. Tickets cost $57 and the journey takes 28h.

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