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

The cheapest way to get from Zambia to Dar es Salaam is to bus which costs $58 and takes 28h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zambia to Dar es Salaam is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs $300 - $550.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Zambia to Dar es Salaam. However, there are services departing from Intercity Bus Terminus and arriving at Msimbazi Police via Ubungo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 13m.

How far is it from Zambia to Dar es Salaam?

The distance between Zambia and Dar es Salaam is 1536 km. The road distance is 1945.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Zambia to Dar es Salaam without a car is to bus which takes 28h 13m and costs $58.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Zambia to Dar es Salaam, including transfers.

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

Zambia to Dar es Salaam bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, depart from Intercity Bus Terminus station.

Bus or fly from Zambia to Dar es Salaam?

The best way to get from Zambia to Dar es Salaam is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs $300 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $58 and takes 28h 13m.

Where does the Zambia to Dar es Salaam bus arrive?

Zambia to Dar es Salaam bus services, operated by SR Classic Coach, arrive at Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal station.

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

Dar es Salaam is 1h ahead of Zambia. It is currently 1:09 PM in Zambia and 2:09 PM in Dar es Salaam.

Can I drive from Zambia to Dar es Salaam?

Yes, the driving distance between Zambia to Dar es Salaam is 1945 km. It takes approximately 29h 55m to drive from Zambia to Dar es Salaam.

Where can I stay near Dar es Salaam?

There are 815+ hotels available in Dar es Salaam.

Zambia 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 Zambia to Dar es Salaam by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly from Lusaka
best
1. Fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)plane LUN - DAR
2h 54m
$308–516
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminalbus
28h 13m
$58
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lusaka to Serenjebus
2. Take the train from Serenje to Dar es salaamtrain
46h 43m
Drive 1,945.5 km
1. Drive from Lusaka to Dar es Salaamcar 1,945.5 km
29h 55m
$286–413
Fly from Ndola
1. Fly from Ndola (NLA) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)plane NLA - DAR
4h 12m
$338–571
Drive to Kamuzu International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Chipata to Kamuzu International Airport (LLW)car
2. Fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)plane LLW - DAR
5h 45m
$296–601

Lusaka (LUN) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) flights

10Weekly Planes

2h 52mAverage Duration

$171Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,536 km
Duration: 2h 54m

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

Turkish Airlines, Air Tanzania, and Zambia Airways fly from Lusaka (LUN) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) once daily. Alternatively, SR Classic Coach operates a bus from Intercity Bus Terminus to Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost $57 and the journey takes 28h.

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