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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kisumu to Dar Es Salaam

Composite routes from Kisumu to Dar Es Salaam

Cheapest
16 h 52 min
Car
1170 km.
from $64
Other
23 h 57 min
894 km.
from $52.39
22 h 6 min
894 km.
from $47.96
6 h 4 min
Plane
895 km.
from $348.28
6 h 23 min
Bus, Plane
895 km.
from $448.93
23 h 31 min
894 km.
Select a ticket

Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Abeid
Ave. Duration:
7h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$250.00–$815.22

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Julius
Ave. Duration:
4h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$271.74–$923.91
Plane from Eldoret International Airport to Julius
Ave. Duration:
5h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.26–$760.87
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Abeid
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$315.22–$1,086.96

Uganda Airlines

Website:
ugandairlines.com/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Julius
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Tuesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$315.22–$597.83

Safarilink

Website:
flysafarilink.com/
Plane from Kisumu International Airport to Abeid
Ave. Duration:
7h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$250.00–$815.22

Other operators

Zan Fast Ferries

Phone:
+255 678 644 773
Email:
info@zanfastferries.co.tz
Website:
zanfastferries.co.tz/
Other from Zanzibar to Dar
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.87–$141.30

Bus operators

Kidia One Express

Phone:
0729 553637
Email:
info@kidiaone.co.tz
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088684814228&locale=hi_IN&paipv=0&eav=Afaz1cYXt7V4T8WQhTWWxVrn4ydx-2Gof1lgaMv-xf1neTzqsm7DRL1Q2_9VRqZUkpk
Bus from Nairobi to Dar
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.00–$34.78

The Guardian Coach

Phone:
+254 726 511 628
Email:
info@theguardiancoach.com
Website:
theguardian.co.ke/booking/schedules.html
Bus from Kisumu to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.43–$13.04

Tahmeed Coach Ltd

Phone:
0724 581902
Website:
tahmeedexpress.com/
Bus from Nairobi to Dar
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$38.24

Dar Express Co. Ltd

Phone:
+255 (22) 2860230
Website:
dar-express.com/
Bus from Nairobi to Dar
Ave. Duration:
15h
Frequency:
Once daily

Easy Coach

Phone:
+254 0202210711
Email:
support@easycoachkenya.com
Website:
easycoachkenya.com/
Bus from Kisumu to Nairobi
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$9.24–$14.13

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kisumu to Dar es Salaam is to bus which costs $26.09 - $52.17 and takes 23h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kisumu to Dar es Salaam is to fly which takes 3h 41m and costs $304.35 - $652.17 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Kisumu to Dar es Salaam. However, there are services departing from Kisumu and arriving at Msimbazi Police via Odeon, Nairobi and Urafiki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 6m.

How far is it from Kisumu to Dar es Salaam?

The distance between Kisumu and Dar es Salaam is 921 km. The road distance is 1170.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kisumu to Dar es Salaam without a car is to bus via Urafiki which takes 22h 6m and costs $30.43 - $48.91 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Kisumu to Dar es Salaam, including transfers.

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

Kisumu to Dar es Salaam bus services, operated by The Guardian Coach, depart from Kisumu station.

Bus or fly from Kisumu to Dar es Salaam?

The best way to get from Kisumu to Dar es Salaam is to fly which takes 3h 41m and costs $304.35 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can bus via Urafiki, which costs $30.43 - $48.91 and takes 22h 6m.

Where does the Kisumu to Dar es Salaam bus arrive?

Kisumu to Dar es Salaam bus services, operated by The Guardian Coach, arrive at Nairobi station.

Can I drive from Kisumu to Dar es Salaam?

Yes, the driving distance between Kisumu to Dar es Salaam is 1170 km. It takes approximately 17h 41m to drive from Kisumu to Dar es Salaam.

Where can I stay near Dar es Salaam?

There are 713+ hotels available in Dar es Salaam. Prices start at $53.05 per night.
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