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

The cheapest way to get from Mwanza to Mbeya is to train which costs $30 - $50 and takes 2 days 11h.

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

The fastest way to get from Mwanza to Mbeya is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $270 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Mwanza and Mbeya?

No, there is no direct bus from Mwanza station to Mbeya. However, there are services departing from Central Bus Station and arriving at Mbeya via Kimara and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Mwanza and Mbeya?

No, there is no direct train from Mwanza to Mbeya. However, there are services departing from Mwanza and arriving at Mbeya via Dar es salaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 11h.

How far is it from Mwanza to Mbeya?

The distance between Mwanza and Mbeya is 734 km. The road distance is 883 km.

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

The best way to get from Mwanza to Mbeya without a car is to bus which takes 31h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Mwanza to Mbeya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mwanza to Mbeya bus from?

Mwanza to Mbeya bus services, operated by Ally's Star, depart from Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Mwanza to Mbeya train from?

Mwanza to Mbeya train services, operated by Tanzania Railways Corporation, depart from Mwanza station.

Train, bus or fly from Mwanza to Mbeya?

The best way to get from Mwanza to Mbeya is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $270 - $450. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 31h 37m, you could also train, which costs $30 - $50 and takes 2 days 11h.

Where does the Mwanza to Mbeya bus arrive?

Mwanza to Mbeya bus services, operated by Ally's Star, arrive at Magufuli Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Mwanza to Mbeya train arrive?

Mwanza to Mbeya train services, operated by Tanzania Railways Corporation, arrive at Dar es Salaam station.

Can I drive from Mwanza to Mbeya?

Yes, the driving distance between Mwanza to Mbeya is 883 km. It takes approximately 20h 41m to drive from Mwanza to Mbeya.

Where can I stay near Mbeya?

There are 19+ hotels available in Mbeya.

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There are 5 ways to get from Mwanza to Mbeya by plane, bus, train, car, or shuttle

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Mbeya Airport (MBI)plane MWZ - MBI
4h 36m
$274–445
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mwanza to Dar es Salaamtrain
2. Take the train from Dar es salaam to Mbeyatrain
2d 11h
$33–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Magufuli Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal to Mbeyabus
31h 37m
Drive 883 km
1. Drive from Mwanza to Mbeyacar 883 km
20h 41m
$110–159
Bus, Private Transfer
1. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Magufuli Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Magufuli Bus Terminal to Lubele Bus Standbus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Malawi border to Mbeyashuttle
41h 24m
$118–250

Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) flights

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Distance: 734 km
Duration: 4h 36m

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

Air Tanzania and Precision Air fly from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Mbeya Airport (MBI) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Bus Station to Mbeya via Magufuli Bus Terminal, Kimara, Ubungo, and Ubungo Intl Bus Terminal in around 31h 37m.

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