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

Composite routes from Karonga to Dar Es Salaam

Cheapest
15 h 2 min
Car
953 km.
from $52
Other
7 h 59 min
Bus, Plane
680 km.
from $10.87
19 h 49 min
680 km.
Select a ticket
27 h 54 min
Bus, Train
681 km.
Select a ticket
12 h 33 min
Bus, Plane
680 km.
from $10.87

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Tanzania

Website:
airtanzania.co.tz/
Plane from Mbeya Airport to Julius
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.41–$356.76
Plane from Mbeya Airport to Abeid
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.04–$293.05

Precision Air

Website:
precisionairtz.com/
Plane from Mbeya Airport to Julius
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$114.67–$420.47
Plane from Mbeya Airport to Abeid
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$140.16–$547.88

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:
$12.74–$165.64

Bus operators

Zanzibar Airport Transfers

Phone:
+254 718 370 639
Email:
zanzibartours@gmail.com
Website:
hoteltoursandtransfers.com/
Bus from Malawi border to Mbeya
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$63.71–$216.60

Captain Tours

Bus from Karonga to Songwe
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Once daily

New Force Enterprices Ltd

Phone:
+255 754864829
Email:
newforce@163.com
Website:
newforcebus.co.tz/
Bus from Lubele Bus Stand to Magufuli
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.91

Train operators

Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority

Website:
tazarasite.com
Train from Mbeya to Dar
Ave. Duration:
24h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Karonga to Dar es Salaam is to drive which costs $163.04 - $239.13 and takes 14h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karonga to Dar es Salaam is to drive which takes 14h 55m and costs $163.04 - $239.13 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Karonga to Dar es Salaam. However, there are services departing from Karonga and arriving at Temeke Mwisho via Lubele Bus Stand and Magufuli Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 49m.

How far is it from Karonga to Dar es Salaam?

The distance between Karonga and Dar es Salaam is 1050 km. The road distance is 952.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Karonga to Dar es Salaam without a car is to bus which takes 19h 49m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 59m to get from Karonga to Dar es Salaam, including transfers.

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

Karonga to Dar es Salaam bus services, operated by Captain Tours, depart from Karonga station.

Where does the Karonga to Dar es Salaam bus arrive?

Karonga to Dar es Salaam bus services, operated by Captain Tours, arrive at Songwe station.

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

Dar es Salaam is 1h ahead of Karonga. It is currently 14:20 in Karonga and 15:20 in Dar es Salaam.

Can I drive from Karonga to Dar es Salaam?

Yes, the driving distance between Karonga to Dar es Salaam is 952 km. It takes approximately 14h 55m to drive from Karonga to Dar es Salaam.

Where can I stay near Dar es Salaam?

There are 711+ hotels available in Dar es Salaam. Prices start at $53.05 per night.
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