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

The cheapest way to get from Kenya to Dar es Salaam is to bus and train which costs $12 - $24 and takes 16h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kenya to Dar es Salaam is to fly which takes 56 min and costs $290 - $390.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nairobi and arriving at Dar es Salaam. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19h 48m.

How far is it from Kenya to Dar es Salaam?

The distance between Kenya and Dar es Salaam is 688 km. The road distance is 822.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kenya to Dar es Salaam without a car is to bus via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal which takes 13h 58m and costs $1 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Kenya to Dar es Salaam, including transfers.

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

Kenya to Dar es Salaam bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, depart from Nairobi station.

Bus or fly from Kenya to Dar es Salaam?

The best way to get from Kenya to Dar es Salaam is to fly which takes 3h 3m and costs $340 - $450. Alternatively, you can bus via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, which costs $1 - $35 and takes 13h 58m.

Where does the Kenya to Dar es Salaam bus arrive?

Kenya to Dar es Salaam bus services, operated by Marangu Luxury Shuttles, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Kenya to Dar es Salaam?

Yes, the driving distance between Kenya to Dar es Salaam is 822 km. It takes approximately 12h 6m to drive from Kenya to Dar es Salaam.

Where can I stay near Dar es Salaam?

There are 806+ hotels available in Dar es Salaam.

Kenya to Dar es Salaam - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Kenya to Dar es Salaam by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport
best
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)plane WIL - DAR
3h 3m
$341–445
Bus via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
13h 58m
$2–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Moshibus
2. Take the train from Moshi to Dar es Salaamtrain
16h 18m
$13–24
Drive 822.3 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Dar es Salaamcar 822.3 km
12h 6m
$103–148
Fly from Mombasa
1. Fly from Mombasa (MBA) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)plane MBA - DAR
56 min
$297–383
Fly from Nairobi
1. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)plane NBO - DAR
4h 19m
$128–250
Bus to Tanga Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Mombasa to Tangabus
2. Fly from Tanga Airport (TGT) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)plane TGT - DAR
5h 45m
$214–278
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
19h 48m
$41–43

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) flights

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4h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 688.1 km
Duration: 3h 3m

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

FlexFlight ApS, World Ticket, and two other airlines fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) once daily. Alternatively, Marangu Luxury Shuttles operates a bus from Nairobi to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $1–35 and the journey takes 13h 45m.

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