Dar es Salaam to Dodoma

Dar es Salaam to Dodoma

Dar es Salaam
Dodoma
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Dar es Salaam to Dodoma Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
00:00
06:00
$88.00
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
01:00
07:00
$88.00
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
02:00
08:00
$88.00
Bus
Esther Luxury Coach
Semi Luxury
03:00
12:00
$14.00
Bus
Baraka Classic
Semi Luxury
03:50
11:15
$14.00
Flight
Air Tanzania
Economy
05:00
06:10
$212.12
Bus
Happy Nation Express
Tourist AC
05:20
13:15
$20.00
Flight
Air Tanzania
Economy
05:50
07:00
$106.34
Bus
ABC Upper Class
Semi Luxury
07:00
14:00
$14.00
Bus
B one Coach
Luxury
07:30
14:00
$16.10
Train
SGR
Economy
08:00
09:40
$17.00
Bus
Shabiby Line
Standard AC
08:30
16:30
$19.00
Bus
ABC Upper Class
Semi Luxury
09:00
16:00
$14.00
Flight
Air Tanzania
Economy
09:20
10:30
$139.92
Flight
Air Tanzania
Economy
09:40
10:50
$99.62
Flight
Air Tanzania
Economy
10:00
11:10
$152.23
Bus
Shabiby Line
Standard AC
10:30
18:30
$19.00
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
11:00
17:00
$88.00
Bus
Shabiby Line
Standard AC
11:30
19:30
$19.00
Van
Zanzibar Private Tours
Tourist
12:00
18:00
$88.00

How to get from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Van

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. 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 Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 101.80. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 17.74.

How far is Dar es Salaam from Dodoma?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma. Your trip will be a total of 275 miles (442 km). The flying distance is 617 miles (992 km).

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

The travel time from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 9 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Mtei Express: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 17.74 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Van - a one-way Van ticket can cost as much as USD 101.80.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 17.74 to USD 24.10;
  • Train tickets - USD 18.85 to USD 38.80;
  • Plane tickets - USD 96.11 to USD 96.63;
  • Van price : USD 101.80;

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

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

  • Vans from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma depart during the day - there are approximately 24 departures a day.
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 12 trains per day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 06:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:00. There are 8 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma depart during the day - there are approximately 5 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 Dodoma. 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 96.11.

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 Dodoma

Air Tanzania, Precision Air

Buses

Taking a bus from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma 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.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma. 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 Dodoma.

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 Dodoma

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

  • 100% users enjoyed a train ride.

Transportation from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma

Facts about the transport from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma

Cheapest Transport$18
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure12:00 凌晨
Latest Departure11:00 晚上
Departures per day49
Distance442 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir Tanzania, Kimbinyiko Coach, Precision Air, Tanzania Railways SGR, Zanzibar Private Tours