Dar es Salaam to Nairobi Trip Overview
Distance 668 km (417.5 miles) | |
Price range US$ 44-US$ 554 | |
Ride Duration Range 1h 10m-15h | |
Earliest Departure 00:00 | |
Latest Departure 21:00 | |
Most Popular Operator |
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Taking a bus from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi
Fastest bus: 13h
Cheapest bus: US$ 44

About the ride from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi
Dar es Salaam to Nairobi Route Information
The distance between Dar es Salaam and Nairobi is 418 miles, or approximately 668 kilometers.
There are 2 ways to get from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi, including bus,flight.
The earliest departure leaves at 00:00 and has a duration of 15 hours.
The fastest way to travel is by flight, which takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available:.
Dar es Salaam to Nairobi by bus
- Starting Price: US$ 44
- 16 departures a day, or 112 departures a week
There are 3 travel classes for this journey, including: VIP, Economy and Standard.
Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.
Dar es Salaam to Nairobi by flight
- Starting Price: US$ 115
- 18 departures a day, or 126 departures a week
The only travel class available is Economy.
Each flight ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all flight options.
Companies Operating from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi
Our travelers reviews about the ride from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi
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Questions & Answers for Traveling from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi
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Who are the service providers on this route?
BUS: Tahmeed Coach | Coast Bus | Salum Rashid Classic Coach | Kidia One Express
FLIGHT: Precision Air | Air Tanzania | Kenya Airways | Hahn Air Systems
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