What is the cheapest way to get from Dodoma to Kigoma?

The cheapest way to get from Dodoma to Kigoma is to train which costs $23 - $45 and takes 44h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dodoma to Kigoma?

The fastest way to get from Dodoma to Kigoma is to fly which takes 5h 31m and costs $220 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Dodoma and Kigoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Dodoma to Kigoma. However, there are services departing from Dodoma and arriving at Kigoma via Gerezani and Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Dodoma and Kigoma?

No, there is no direct train from Dodoma to Kigoma. However, there are services departing from Dodoma Passenger Stn and arriving at Kigoma via Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 10m.

How far is it from Dodoma to Kigoma?

The distance between Dodoma and Kigoma is 695 km. The road distance is 792.2 km.

How do I travel from Dodoma to Kigoma without a car?

The best way to get from Dodoma to Kigoma without a car is to train and bus which takes 24h 29m and costs $28 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Dodoma to Kigoma?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Dodoma to Kigoma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dodoma to Kigoma bus from?

Dodoma to Kigoma bus services, operated by Mozaico Coaches Ltd, depart from Dodoma station.

Where do I catch the Dodoma to Kigoma train from?

Dodoma to Kigoma train services, operated by Tanzania Railways Corporation, depart from Dodoma Passenger Stn station.

Train, bus or fly from Dodoma to Kigoma?

The best way to get from Dodoma to Kigoma is to fly which takes 5h 31m and costs $220 - $390. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $23 - $45 and takes 44h 10m, you could also bus, which costs $50 - $60 and takes 29h 13m.

Where does the Dodoma to Kigoma bus arrive?

Dodoma to Kigoma bus services, operated by Mozaico Coaches Ltd, arrive at Dar es Salaam station.

Where does the Dodoma to Kigoma train arrive?

Dodoma to Kigoma train services, operated by Tanzania Railways Corporation, arrive at Magufuli SGR Stn station.

Can I drive from Dodoma to Kigoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Dodoma to Kigoma is 792 km. It takes approximately 12h 36m to drive from Dodoma to Kigoma.

Where can I stay near Kigoma?

There are six+ hotels available in Kigoma.

Dodoma to Kigoma - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Dodoma to Kigoma by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly from Dodoma Airport
best
1. Fly from Dodoma Airport (DOD) to Kigoma (TKQ)plane DOD - TKQ
5h 31m
$223–390
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dodoma Passenger Stn to Magufuli SGR Stntrain
2. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Kigomatrain
44h 10m
$23–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dodoma Passenger Stn to Magufuli SGR Stntrain
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kigomabus
24h 29m
$28–42
Drive 792.2 km
1. Drive from Dodoma to Kigomacar 792.2 km
12h 36m
$99–143
Taxi to Iringa Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Dodoma to Iringa Airport (IRI)taxi
2. Fly from Iringa Airport (IRI) to Kigoma (TKQ)plane IRI - TKQ
17h 51m
$419–965
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dodoma to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kigomabus
29h 13m
$51–57

Dodoma Airport (DOD) to Kigoma (TKQ) flights

3Weekly Planes

7h 40mAverage Duration

$218Cheapest Price

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Distance: 694.7 km
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Dodoma, Tanzania and Kigoma, Tanzania?

Air Tanzania flies from Dodoma Airport (DOD) to Kigoma (TKQ) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dodoma Passenger Stn to Kigoma via Magufuli SGR Stn and Dar es Salaam in around 44h 10m.

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