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

The cheapest way to get from Mwanza to Kigoma is to train which costs $26 - $50 and takes 3 days 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Mwanza to Kigoma is to fly which takes 8h 19m and costs $360 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Mwanza and Kigoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Mwanza station to Kigoma. However, there are services departing from Central Bus Station and arriving at Kigoma via Kimara and Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Mwanza and Kigoma?

No, there is no direct train from Mwanza to Kigoma. However, there are services departing from Mwanza and arriving at Kigoma via Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 6h.

How far is it from Mwanza to Kigoma?

The distance between Mwanza and Kigoma is 469 km. The road distance is 576.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Mwanza to Kigoma without a car is to bus which takes 39h 34m and costs $60 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 8h 19m to get from Mwanza to Kigoma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mwanza to Kigoma bus from?

Mwanza to Kigoma bus services, operated by Ally's Star, depart from Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Mwanza to Kigoma train from?

Mwanza to Kigoma train services, operated by Tanzania Railways Corporation, depart from Mwanza station.

Train, bus or fly from Mwanza to Kigoma?

The best way to get from Mwanza to Kigoma is to fly which takes 8h 19m and costs $360 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $85 and takes 39h 34m, you could also train, which costs $26 - $50 and takes 3 days 6h.

Where does the Mwanza to Kigoma bus arrive?

Mwanza to Kigoma bus services, operated by Ally's Star, arrive at Magufuli Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Mwanza to Kigoma train arrive?

Mwanza to Kigoma train services, operated by Tanzania Railways Corporation, arrive at Dar es Salaam station.

Can I drive from Mwanza to Kigoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Mwanza to Kigoma is 577 km. It takes approximately 10h 28m to drive from Mwanza to Kigoma.

Where can I stay near Kigoma?

There are six+ hotels available in Kigoma.

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There are 4 ways to get from Mwanza to Kigoma by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Kigoma (TKQ)plane MWZ - TKQ
8h 19m
$369–1,111
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mwanza to Dar es Salaamtrain
2. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Kigomatrain
3d 6h
$26–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Magufuli Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kigomabus
39h 34m
$60–82
Drive 576.6 km
1. Drive from Mwanza to Kigomacar 576.6 km
10h 28m
$72–104

Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Kigoma (TKQ) flights

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12h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 469.3 km
Duration: 8h 19m

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

Air Tanzania flies from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Kigoma (TKQ) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Bus Station to Kigoma via Magufuli Bus Terminal, Kimara, Ubungo, and Dar es Salaam in around 39h 34m.

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