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

The cheapest way to get from Tanga to Kigoma is to bus and train which costs $35 - $55 and takes 45h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tanga to Kigoma is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs $320 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Tanga and Kigoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Tanga to Kigoma. However, there are services departing from Tanga and arriving at Kigoma via Fire and Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 49m.

How far is it from Tanga to Kigoma?

The distance between Tanga and Kigoma is 1432 km. The road distance is 1286.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Tanga to Kigoma without a car is to bus which takes 25h 49m and costs $40 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 9h 7m to get from Tanga to Kigoma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tanga to Kigoma bus from?

Tanga to Kigoma bus services, operated by Tawakal Coach, depart from Tanga station.

Bus or fly from Tanga to Kigoma?

The best way to get from Tanga to Kigoma is to bus which takes 25h 49m and costs $40 - $50. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $320 - $1,000 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Tanga to Kigoma bus arrive?

Tanga to Kigoma bus services, operated by Tawakal Coach, arrive at Dar es Salaam station.

Can I drive from Tanga to Kigoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Tanga to Kigoma is 1286 km. It takes approximately 22h 28m to drive from Tanga to Kigoma.

Where can I stay near Kigoma?

There are six+ hotels available in Kigoma.

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

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

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Bus to Julius Nyerere International Airport, fly to Kigoma
best
1. Take the bus from Tanga to Dar es Salaambus
2. Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Kigoma (TKQ)plane DAR - TKQ
9h 7m
$169–487
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tanga to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the train from Dar es Salaam to Kigomatrain
45h 53m
$35–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tanga to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Kigomabus
25h 49m
$40–49
Drive 1,286.1 km
1. Drive from Tanga to Kigomacar 1,286.1 km
22h 28m
$160–231
Fly Tanga Airport to Kigoma
1. Fly from Tanga Airport (TGT) to Kigoma (TKQ)plane TGT - TKQ
4h 49m
$329–960
Fly Tanga Airport to Bujumbura, drive
1. Fly from Tanga Airport (TGT) to Bujumbura (BJM)plane TGT - BJM
2. Drive from Bujumbura (BJM) to Kigomacar
21h 20m
$364–1,054

Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Kigoma (TKQ) flights

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2h 20mAverage Duration

$145Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,431.8 km
Duration: 9h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Tanga to Kigoma via Fire, Ubungo, and Dar es Salaam in around 25h 49m. Alternatively, Auric Air Services Limited and Air Tanzania fly from Tanga Airport (TGT) to Kigoma (TKQ) twice a week.

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