What is the cheapest way to get from Kigoma to Mbeya?

The cheapest way to get from Kigoma to Mbeya is to bus which costs $40 - $55 and takes 35h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kigoma to Mbeya?

The fastest way to get from Kigoma to Mbeya is to fly which takes 9h 44m and costs $240 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Kigoma and Mbeya?

No, there is no direct bus from Kigoma to Mbeya. However, there are services departing from Kigoma and arriving at Mbeya via Dar es Salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 50m.

How far is it from Kigoma to Mbeya?

The distance between Kigoma and Mbeya is 621 km. The road distance is 865.9 km.

How do I travel from Kigoma to Mbeya without a car?

The best way to get from Kigoma to Mbeya without a car is to bus which takes 35h 50m and costs $40 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Kigoma to Mbeya?

It takes approximately 9h 44m to get from Kigoma to Mbeya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kigoma to Mbeya bus from?

Kigoma to Mbeya bus services, operated by Saratoga, depart from Kigoma station.

Bus or fly from Kigoma to Mbeya?

The best way to get from Kigoma to Mbeya is to fly which takes 9h 44m and costs $240 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $55 and takes 35h 50m.

Where does the Kigoma to Mbeya bus arrive?

Kigoma to Mbeya bus services, operated by Saratoga, arrive at Dar es Salaam station.

Can I drive from Kigoma to Mbeya?

Yes, the driving distance between Kigoma to Mbeya is 866 km. It takes approximately 18h 42m to drive from Kigoma to Mbeya.

Where can I stay near Mbeya?

There are 18+ hotels available in Mbeya.

Kigoma to Mbeya - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kigoma to Mbeya by plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Kigoma
best
1. Fly from Kigoma (TKQ) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane TKQ - MBI
9h 44m
$245–906
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kigoma to Dar es Salaambus
2. Take the bus from Dar es Salaam to Mbeyabus
35h 50m
$44–53
Drive 865.9 km
1. Drive from Kigoma to Mbeyacar 865.9 km
18h 42m
$108–156
Drive to Bujumbura, fly
1. Drive from Kigoma to Bujumbura (BJM)car
2. Fly from Bujumbura (BJM) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane BJM - MBI
30h 50m
$464–1,448

Kigoma (TKQ) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) flights

3Weekly Planes

8h 50mAverage Duration

$243Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 621.5 km
Duration: 9h 44m

What companies run services between Kigoma, Tanzania and Mbeya, Tanzania?

Air Tanzania flies from Kigoma (TKQ) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kigoma to Mbeya via Dar es Salaam in around 35h 50m.

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