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

The cheapest way to get from Rwanda to Dar es Salaam is to bus via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal which costs $50 - $110 and takes 34h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rwanda to Dar es Salaam is to fly which takes 4h 50m and costs $250 - $460.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Rwanda to Dar es Salaam. However, there are services departing from Nyabugogo Bus Stn and arriving at Msimbazi Police via Numak Complex, Kampala and Ubungo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 18m.

How far is it from Rwanda to Dar es Salaam?

The distance between Rwanda and Dar es Salaam is 1165 km. The road distance is 1409.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Rwanda to Dar es Salaam without a car is to bus via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal which takes 34h 18m and costs $50 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Rwanda to Dar es Salaam, including transfers.

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

Rwanda to Dar es Salaam bus services, operated by Trinity Express, depart from Nyabugogo Bus Stn station.

Bus or fly from Rwanda to Dar es Salaam?

The best way to get from Rwanda to Dar es Salaam is to fly which takes 4h 50m and costs $250 - $460. Alternatively, you can bus via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, which costs $50 - $110 and takes 34h 18m.

Where does the Rwanda to Dar es Salaam bus arrive?

Rwanda to Dar es Salaam bus services, operated by Trinity Express, arrive at Trinity Bus Terminal station.

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

Dar es Salaam is 1h ahead of Rwanda. It is currently 5:42 AM in Rwanda and 6:42 AM in Dar es Salaam.

Can I drive from Rwanda to Dar es Salaam?

Yes, the driving distance between Rwanda to Dar es Salaam is 1410 km. It takes approximately 24h to drive from Rwanda to Dar es Salaam.

Where can I stay near Dar es Salaam?

There are 801+ hotels available in Dar es Salaam.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)plane KGL - DAR
4h 50m
$258–460
Bus via Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Trinity Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
34h 18m
$54–108
Drive 1,409.7 km
1. Drive from Kigali to Dar es Salaamcar 1,409.7 km
24h
$182–263
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Trinity Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Kampala to Dar es Salaambus
38h
$57–141
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nyabugogo Bus Park to Duruma Rdbus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Moshibus
3. Take the train from Moshi to Dar es Salaamtrain
38h 23m
$63–100
Bus via Nairobi
1. Take the bus from Kigali to Nairobibus
2. Take the bus from Nairobi to Dar es Salaambus
38h 57m
$83–108

Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) flights

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3h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,164.7 km
Duration: 4h 50m

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

Rwandair Express, Kenya Airways, and Oman Air fly from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nyabugogo Bus Stn to Msimbazi Police via Trinity Bus Terminal, Numak Complex, Kisenyi Taxi Park, Kampala, Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal, and Ubungo in around 34h 18m.

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