Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

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Dar es Salaam to Mombasa Schedule

Dar es Salaam to Mombasa Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Desturi Safaris Tourist 01:00 - 10:00TZS 336,600
Kenya Airways Economy 03:45 - 22:10TZS 779,222
Precision Air Economy 05:00 - 22:50TZS 678,908
Auric Air Economy 07:15 - 16:40TZS 597,157
Desturi Safaris Tourist 08:00 - 17:00TZS 336,600
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 11:00 - 18:00TZS 459,000
Desturi Safaris Tourist 13:00 - 22:00TZS 336,600
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 15:00 - 22:00TZS 459,000
Precision Air Economy 16:55 - 16:40TZS 589,596
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 18:00 - 01:00TZS 459,000
Kenya Airways Economy 20:45 - 00:05TZS 922,538
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 22:00 - 05:00TZS 459,000

Transportation from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

Facts about the transport from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

Cheapest Transport$25
Fastest Transport7h
Earliest Departure12:00 午前
Latest Departure11:00 午後
Departures per day48
Distance350 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDesturi Safaris, Jambojet, Kenya Airways, Tahmeed Coach, Zanzibar Private Tours

How to get from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

When you want to get from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa, 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 Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 180.16. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 132.12.

How far is Dar es Salaam from Mombasa?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa. Your trip will be a total of 218 miles (350 km). The flying distance is 218 miles (350 km).

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

The travel time from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 7 to 19 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Desturi Safaris: travelling by van expect to pay as low as USD 132.12 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 180.16.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 24.14 to USD 24.14;
  • Van price : USD 132.12 - USD 180.16;
  • flight price: USD 301.13. From Dar es Salaam to Mombasa starting from 03:45 Dar es Salaam Airport until 03:45 Dar es Salaam Airport

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

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

  • Vans from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa depart during the day - there are approximately 48 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

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

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 Mombasa

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa? 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% decided to go for a bus.