Arusha to Dar es Salaam

Arusha to Dar es Salaam

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Arusha to Dar es Salaam Schedule

Arusha to Dar es Salaam Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 00:00 - 04:00TZS 276,235
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 03:00 - 07:00TZS 272,700
Tanzania Safari Radar Business Class 05:30 - 15:55TZS 76,375
Tanzania Safari Radar Comfort 06:30 - 16:55TZS 61,688
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 09:00 - 10:00TZS 151,500
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 11:00 - 12:00TZS 153,464
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 13:00 - 17:00TZS 272,700
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 14:00 - 18:00TZS 272,700
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 17:00 - 18:00TZS 151,500
Desturi Safaris Tourist 18:00 - 04:00TZS 251,490
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 21:00 - 22:00TZS 151,500
Desturi Safaris Tourist 22:00 - 08:00TZS 251,490

Transportation from Arusha to Dar es Salaam

Facts about the transport from Arusha to Dar es Salaam

Cheapest Transport$44
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day62
Distance50 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir Tanzania, Auric Air, Coastal Aviation, Marangu Coach, Precision Air, Tilisho Safaris, Zanzibar Private Tours

How to get from Arusha to Dar es Salaam

When you want to get from Arusha to Dar es Salaam, 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 Flight 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 347.75. 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 Arusha from Dar es Salaam?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Arusha to Dar es Salaam. 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 Arusha to Dar es Salaam?

The travel time from Arusha to Dar es Salaam can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 21 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Arusha to Dar es Salaam 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 347.75.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 43.75 to USD 43.75;
  • Van price : USD 60.00 - USD 108.00;
  • Plane tickets - USD 99.20 to USD 347.75;

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

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

  • Vans from Arusha to Dar es Salaam depart during the day - there are approximately 48 departures a day.
  • Flights from Arusha to Dar es Salaam depart during the day - there are approximately 9 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 04:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 06:20. There are 5 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Arusha to Dar es Salaam. 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 99.20.

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 Arusha to Dar es Salaam

Air Tanzania, Auric Air, Coastal Aviation, Precision Air

Buses

Taking a bus from Arusha to Dar es Salaam 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 Arusha to Dar es Salaam. 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 Arusha to Dar es Salaam.

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 Arusha to Dar es Salaam

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Arusha to Dar es Salaam? 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:

  • 83% decided to go for a bus.
  • 17% users took a plane.