Dar es Salaam to Arusha

Dar es Salaam to Arusha

Dar es Salaam
Arusha
Mon, Jun 3
One Way
NaN Passengers

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$44
 
 
$338

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Dar es Salaam to Arusha Schedule

Dar es Salaam to Arusha Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 01:00 - 02:00TZS 155,355
Airport Dashes Minivan 02:00 - 12:30TZS 373,680
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 05:00 - 06:00TZS 155,355
Airport Dashes Minivan 07:00 - 17:30TZS 373,961
Hahn Air Systems Economy #H1197609:00 - 10:20TZS 413,439
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 11:00 - 15:00TZS 279,639
Precision Air Economy #PW42212:05 - 13:25TZS 241,582
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 14:00 - 15:00TZS 155,355
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 17:00 - 21:00TZS 279,639
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 19:00 - 20:00TZS 155,700
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 20:00 - 21:00TZS 155,355
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 22:00 - 02:00TZS 279,639

Transportation from Dar es Salaam to Arusha

Facts about the transport from Dar es Salaam to Arusha

Cheapest Transport$44
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day82
Distance50 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirport Dashes, Coastal Aviation, Extra Luxury Coach, Hahn Air Systems, Marangu Coach, Precision Air, Tilisho Safaris, Zanzibar Private Tours

How to get from Dar es Salaam to Arusha

When you want to get from Dar es Salaam to Arusha, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Van

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Van. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 337.71. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 43.75.

How far is Dar es Salaam from Arusha?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Dar es Salaam to Arusha. Your trip will be a total of 32 miles (50 km). The flying distance is 32 miles (50 km).

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

The travel time from Dar es Salaam to Arusha can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 11 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Dar es Salaam to Arusha?

The cost of the trip from Dar es Salaam to Arusha varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Tilisho Safaris: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 43.75 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 337.71.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Dar es Salaam to Arusha:

  • Bus tickets - USD 43.75 to USD 43.75;
  • Van price : USD 60.00 - USD 144.00;
  • Plane tickets - USD 142.51 to USD 337.71;

How many trips per day are there between Dar es Salaam and Arusha?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Vans from Dar es Salaam to Arusha depart during the day - there are approximately 72 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 04:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 07:00. There are 6 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Dar es Salaam to Arusha depart during the day - there are approximately 4 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Arusha. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 142.51.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Dar es Salaam to Arusha

Coastal Aviation, Hahn Air Systems, Precision Air

Buses

Taking a bus from Dar es Salaam to Arusha is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Dar es Salaam to Arusha. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Dar es Salaam to Arusha.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Dar es Salaam to Arusha

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Dar es Salaam to Arusha? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 80% decided to go for a bus.
  • 20% users took a plane.