What is the cheapest way to get from Tanzania to Mpika?

The cheapest way to get from Tanzania to Mpika is to train which costs $40 - $55 and takes 34h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tanzania to Mpika?

The fastest way to get from Tanzania to Mpika is to drive which takes 20h 50m and costs $190 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Tanzania and Mpika?

No, there is no direct bus from Tanzania to Mpika. However, there are services departing from Gerezani and arriving at Mpika via Magufuli Bus Terminal and Nakonde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Tanzania and Mpika?

No, there is no direct train from Tanzania to Mpika. However, there are services departing from Dar es salaam and arriving at Mpika via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 55m.

How far is it from Tanzania to Mpika?

The distance between Tanzania and Mpika is 1170 km. The road distance is 1303 km.

How do I travel from Tanzania to Mpika without a car?

The best way to get from Tanzania to Mpika without a car is to bus and Private Transfer which takes 21h 28m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tanzania to Mpika?

It takes approximately 10h 3m to get from Tanzania to Mpika, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tanzania to Mpika bus from?

Tanzania to Mpika bus services, operated by New Force Enterprices Ltd, depart from Magufuli Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tanzania to Mpika train from?

Tanzania to Mpika train services, operated by Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority, depart from Dar es salaam station.

Train or bus from Tanzania to Mpika?

The best way to get from Tanzania to Mpika is to train which takes 34h 55m and costs $40 - $55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 22h 29m.

Where does the Tanzania to Mpika bus arrive?

Tanzania to Mpika bus services, operated by New Force Enterprices Ltd, arrive at Tunduma Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Tanzania and Mpika?

Mpika is 1h behind Tanzania. It is currently 6:00 PM in Tanzania and 5:00 PM in Mpika.

Where does the Tanzania to Mpika train arrive?

Tanzania to Mpika train services, operated by Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority, arrive at Mpika station.

Can I drive from Tanzania to Mpika?

Yes, the driving distance between Tanzania to Mpika is 1303 km. It takes approximately 20h 50m to drive from Tanzania to Mpika.

Where can I stay near Mpika?

There are one+ hotels available in Mpika.

Tanzania to Mpika - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and Private Transfer

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There are 6 ways to get from Tanzania to Mpika by plane, shuttle, bus, train, or car

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Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport, Private Transfer , bus
best
1. Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane DAR - MBI
2. Take a shuttle bus from Mbeya Airport to Tundumashuttle
3. Take the bus from Nakonde to Mpikabus
10h 3m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dar es salaam to Mpikatrain
34h 55m
$45–53
Bus, Private Transfer
1. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Mbeyabus
2. Take a shuttle bus from Mbeya to Tundumashuttle
3. Take the bus from Nakonde to Mpikabus
21h 28m
Drive 1,303 km
1. Drive from Dar es Salaam to Mpikacar 1,303 km
20h 50m
$192–277
Fly from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, Private Transfer , bus
1. Fly from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane ZNZ - MBI
2. Take a shuttle bus from Mbeya Airport to Tundumashuttle
3. Take the bus from Nakonde to Mpikabus
12h 25m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Magufuli Bus Terminal to Tunduma Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Nakonde to Mpikabus
22h 29m

Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) flights

14Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

$159Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,170.3 km
Duration: 10h 3m

What companies run services between Tanzania and Mpika, Muchinga Province, Zambia?

Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority operates a train from Dar es salaam to Mpika once a week. Tickets cost $26–30 and the journey takes 34h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gerezani to Mpika via Kimara, Magufuli Bus Terminal, Tunduma Terminal, and Nakonde in around 22h 29m.

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