Dar es Salaam to Nairobi

Dar es Salaam to Nairobi

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Dar es Salaam to Nairobi Schedule

Dar es Salaam to Nairobi Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 01:00 - 03:00TZS 153,464
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 02:00 - 04:00TZS 153,464
Kenya Airways Economy #KQ48904:00 - 05:20TZS 444,949
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 06:00 - 08:00TZS 153,464
Precision Air Economy #PW448309:55 - 11:20TZS 636,932
Precision Air Economy #PW448310:05 - 11:30TZS 694,817
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 12:00 - 14:00TZS 153,464
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 15:00 - 17:00TZS 153,464
Precision Air Economy #PW72117:45 - 20:35TZS 644,686
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 18:00 - 20:00TZS 153,464
Air Tanzania Economy #TC20220:00 - 21:30TZS 481,403
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 22:00 - 00:00TZS 153,464

Transportation from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi

Facts about the transport from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi

Cheapest Transport$25
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day34
Distance816 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir Tanzania, Kenya Airways, Precision Air, Tahmeed Coach, Zanzibar Private Tours

How to get from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi

When you want to get from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi, 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 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 flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 502.78. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 60.12.

How far is Dar es Salaam from Nairobi?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi. Your trip will be a total of 508 miles (816 km). The flying distance is 413 miles (663 km).

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

The travel time from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 15 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Zanzibar Private Tours: travelling by van expect to pay as low as USD 60.12 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 502.78.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 24.29 to USD 42.51;
  • Van price : USD 60.12;
  • Plane tickets - USD 146.45 to USD 502.78;

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

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

  • Vans from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi depart during the day - there are approximately 24 departures a day.
  • Flights from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi depart during the day - there are approximately 10 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 Nairobi. 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 146.45.

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 Nairobi

Air Tanzania, Kenya Airways, Precision Air

Buses

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

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 Nairobi

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi? 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.