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

The cheapest way to get from Lilongwe to Kigoma is to drive which costs $260 - $380 and takes 29h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lilongwe to Kigoma is to fly which takes 14h 49m and costs $370 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Lilongwe and Kigoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Lilongwe to Kigoma. However, there are services departing from Lilongwe and arriving at Kigoma via Lubele Bus Stand, Kimara and Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

How far is it from Lilongwe to Kigoma?

The distance between Lilongwe and Kigoma is 1118 km. The road distance is 1491 km.

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

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Kigoma without a car is to bus and Private Transfer which takes 47h 2m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 14h 49m to get from Lilongwe to Kigoma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lilongwe to Kigoma bus from?

Lilongwe to Kigoma bus services, operated by Captain Tours, depart from Lilongwe station.

Bus or fly from Lilongwe to Kigoma?

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Kigoma is to fly which takes 14h 49m and costs $370 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2 days 0h.

Where does the Lilongwe to Kigoma bus arrive?

Lilongwe to Kigoma bus services, operated by Captain Tours, arrive at Songwe station.

What is the time difference between Lilongwe and Kigoma?

Kigoma is 1h ahead of Lilongwe. It is currently 6:12 AM in Lilongwe and 7:12 AM in Kigoma.

Can I drive from Lilongwe to Kigoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Lilongwe to Kigoma is 1491 km. It takes approximately 29h 23m to drive from Lilongwe to Kigoma.

Where can I stay near Kigoma?

There are six+ hotels available in Kigoma.

Lilongwe to Kigoma - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Lilongwe to Kigoma by plane, bus, shuttle, car, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Kigoma (TKQ)plane LLW - TKQ
14h 49m
$371–1,014
Drive 1,491 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lilongwe to Kigomacar 1,491 km
29h 23m
$262–378
Bus, Private Transfer
1. Take the bus from Lilongwe to Karongabus
2. Take the bus from Karonga to Songwebus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Malawi border to Mbeyashuttle
4. Take the bus from Mbeya to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
5. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kigomabus
47h 2m
Bus, drive, train
1. Take the bus from Lilongwe to Karongabus
2. Take the bus from Karonga to Songwebus
3. Drive from Songwe to Mbeyacar
4. Take the train from Mbeya to Dar es salaamtrain
5. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Kigomatrain
3d 1h
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lilongwe to Songwebus
2. Take the bus from Lubele Bus Stand to Magufuli Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kigomabus
2d

Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Kigoma (TKQ) flights

14Weekly Planes

16h 41mAverage Duration

$368Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,118.2 km
Duration: 14h 49m

What companies run services between Lilongwe, Malawi and Kigoma, Tanzania?

Ethiopian Airlines, Air Tanzania, and Airlink fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Kigoma (TKQ) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lilongwe to Kigoma via Songwe, Lubele Bus Stand, Magufuli Bus Terminal, Kimara, Ubungo, and Dar es Salaam in around 2d.

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