Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

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Nairobi to Dar es Salaam Schedule

Nairobi to Dar es Salaam Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 00:00 - 02:00KES 7,800
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 02:00 - 04:00KES 7,800
Tahmeed Coach VIP-Class 05:00 - 20:00KES 6,223
Kenya Airways Economy #KQ48207:40 - 09:05KES 59,691
Precision Air Economy #PW71808:20 - 12:00KES 45,057
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 11:00 - 13:00KES 7,800
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 12:00 - 14:00KES 7,800
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 15:00 - 17:00KES 7,800
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 16:00 - 18:00KES 7,800
Zanzibar Private Tours Tourist 19:00 - 21:00KES 7,800
Precision Air Economy 21:10 - 16:15KES 45,585
Precision Air Economy #PW448823:45 - 01:15KES 34,884

Transportation from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

Facts about the transport from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

Cheapest Transport$27
Fastest Transport1h 25m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:45 PM
Departures per day32
Distance750 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir Tanzania, Kenya Airways, Precision Air, Tahmeed Coach, Zanzibar Private Tours

How to get from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

When you want to get from Nairobi 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 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 233.55. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 57.78.

How far is Nairobi from Dar es Salaam?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam. Your trip will be a total of 467 miles (750 km). The flying distance is 749 miles (1205 km).

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

The travel time from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam 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 Nairobi to Dar es Salaam?

The cost of the trip from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam 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 57.78 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 233.55.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 26.59 to USD 46.53;
  • Van price : USD 57.78;
  • Plane tickets - USD 137.41 to USD 233.55;

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

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

  • Vans from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam depart during the day - there are approximately 24 departures a day.
  • Flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam depart during the day - there are approximately 8 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Nairobi 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 137.41.

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 Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

Air Tanzania, Kenya Airways, Precision Air

Buses

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

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Nairobi 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:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.