What is the best way to travel from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool and Buses to Dodoma from Dar es Salaam. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 6 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Dodoma from Dar es Salaam?
You can reach Dodoma with just £16 by taking a Bus from Shabiby Line, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Shabiby Line8h 0m008:30Dar es SalaamUbungo Bus Terminal Bridge16:30DodomaBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Shabiby Line goes from Ubungo Bus Terminal Bridge, Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) at 06/12/2025 08:30:00 to Bus Stop, Dodoma (Tanzania) arriving at 06/12/2025 16:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
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Shabiby Line8h 0m009:30Dar es SalaamUbungo Bus Terminal Bridge17:30DodomaBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Shabiby Line goes from Ubungo Bus Terminal Bridge, Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) at 06/12/2025 09:30:00 to Bus Stop, Dodoma (Tanzania) arriving at 06/12/2025 17:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
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Shabiby Line8h 0m010:00Dar es SalaamUbungo Bus Terminal Bridge18:00DodomaBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Shabiby Line goes from Ubungo Bus Terminal Bridge, Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) at 06/12/2025 10:00:00 to Bus Stop, Dodoma (Tanzania) arriving at 06/12/2025 18:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
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Happy Nation Express7h 55m005:20Dar es SalaamBus Stop13:15DodomaBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Happy Nation Express goes from Bus Stop, Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) at 06/12/2025 05:20:00 to Bus Stop, Dodoma (Tanzania) arriving at 06/12/2025 13:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
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Zanzibar Private Tours6h 0m000:00Dar es SalaamUbungo Bus Terminal Bridge06:00DodomaSite one area D0Premium EconomyA Car from Zanzibar Private Tours goes from Ubungo Bus Terminal Bridge, Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) at 06/12/2025 00:00:00 to Site one area D, Dodoma (Tanzania) arriving at 06/12/2025 06:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Zanzibar Private Tours6h 0m001:00Dar es SalaamUbungo Bus Terminal Bridge07:00DodomaSite one area D0Premium EconomyA Car from Zanzibar Private Tours goes from Ubungo Bus Terminal Bridge, Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) at 06/12/2025 01:00:00 to Site one area D, Dodoma (Tanzania) arriving at 06/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Zanzibar Private Tours6h 0m002:00Dar es SalaamUbungo Bus Terminal Bridge08:00DodomaSite one area D0Premium EconomyA Car from Zanzibar Private Tours goes from Ubungo Bus Terminal Bridge, Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) at 06/12/2025 02:00:00 to Site one area D, Dodoma (Tanzania) arriving at 06/12/2025 08:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Impala Shuttle8h 0m002:30Dar es SalaamUbungo Bus Terminal Bridge10:30DodomaSite one area D0Premium EconomyA Car from Impala Shuttle goes from Ubungo Bus Terminal Bridge, Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) at 06/12/2025 02:30:00 to Site one area D, Dodoma (Tanzania) arriving at 06/12/2025 10:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £289 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
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Impala Shuttle8h 0m005:30Dar es SalaamUbungo Bus Terminal Bridge13:30DodomaSite one area D0Premium EconomyA Car from Impala Shuttle goes from Ubungo Bus Terminal Bridge, Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) at 06/12/2025 05:30:00 to Site one area D, Dodoma (Tanzania) arriving at 06/12/2025 13:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £289 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
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What are the fastest trips from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma?
You can get to Dodoma from Dar es Salaam in just 6h 0m with a Carpool from Zanzibar Private Tours. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Zanzibar Private Tours6h 0m000:00Dar es SalaamUbungo Bus Terminal Bridge06:00DodomaSite one area D0Premium EconomyA Car from Zanzibar Private Tours goes from Ubungo Bus Terminal Bridge, Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) at 06/12/2025 00:00:00 to Site one area D, Dodoma (Tanzania) arriving at 06/12/2025 06:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Zanzibar Private Tours6h 0m001:00Dar es SalaamUbungo Bus Terminal Bridge07:00DodomaSite one area D0Premium EconomyA Car from Zanzibar Private Tours goes from Ubungo Bus Terminal Bridge, Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) at 06/12/2025 01:00:00 to Site one area D, Dodoma (Tanzania) arriving at 06/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Zanzibar Private Tours6h 0m002:00Dar es SalaamUbungo Bus Terminal Bridge08:00DodomaSite one area D0Premium EconomyA Car from Zanzibar Private Tours goes from Ubungo Bus Terminal Bridge, Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) at 06/12/2025 02:00:00 to Site one area D, Dodoma (Tanzania) arriving at 06/12/2025 08:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Impala Shuttle8h 0m002:30Dar es SalaamUbungo Bus Terminal Bridge10:30DodomaSite one area D0Premium EconomyA Car from Impala Shuttle goes from Ubungo Bus Terminal Bridge, Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) at 06/12/2025 02:30:00 to Site one area D, Dodoma (Tanzania) arriving at 06/12/2025 10:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £289 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
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Impala Shuttle8h 0m005:30Dar es SalaamUbungo Bus Terminal Bridge13:30DodomaSite one area D0Premium EconomyA Car from Impala Shuttle goes from Ubungo Bus Terminal Bridge, Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) at 06/12/2025 05:30:00 to Site one area D, Dodoma (Tanzania) arriving at 06/12/2025 13:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £289 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
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Happy Nation Express7h 55m005:20Dar es SalaamBus Stop13:15DodomaBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Happy Nation Express goes from Bus Stop, Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) at 06/12/2025 05:20:00 to Bus Stop, Dodoma (Tanzania) arriving at 06/12/2025 13:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
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Shabiby Line8h 0m008:30Dar es SalaamUbungo Bus Terminal Bridge16:30DodomaBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Shabiby Line goes from Ubungo Bus Terminal Bridge, Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) at 06/12/2025 08:30:00 to Bus Stop, Dodoma (Tanzania) arriving at 06/12/2025 16:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
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Shabiby Line8h 0m009:30Dar es SalaamUbungo Bus Terminal Bridge17:30DodomaBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Shabiby Line goes from Ubungo Bus Terminal Bridge, Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) at 06/12/2025 09:30:00 to Bus Stop, Dodoma (Tanzania) arriving at 06/12/2025 17:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
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Shabiby Line8h 0m010:00Dar es SalaamUbungo Bus Terminal Bridge18:00DodomaBus Stop0BasicA Bus from Shabiby Line goes from Ubungo Bus Terminal Bridge, Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) at 06/12/2025 10:00:00 to Bus Stop, Dodoma (Tanzania) arriving at 06/12/2025 18:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
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Bus from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma
What are the most popular stations in Dar es Salaam and Dodoma?
In Dar es Salaam, you will usually depart from Bus Stop, Mbezi Magufuli Bus Stop or Fire Coach Stop, while in Dodoma you will be arriving at Bus Stop or Site one area D, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Dodoma from Dar es Salaam? With 9 connections between 6 Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Dar es Salaam and Dodoma, you can pay as low as £16 with a Bus from Shabiby Line.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from Zanzibar Private Tours: you will get to Dodoma in just 6h 0m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Dar es Salaam and Dodoma are Zanzibar Private Tours, Shabiby Line and Impala Shuttle, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Dar es Salaam and Dodoma is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Julius Nyerere Airport or to Kisasa, and look at flights from Julius Nyerere Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma?
The most popular companies between Dar es Salaam and Dodoma, are Zanzibar Private Tours, Shabiby Line and Impala Shuttle. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Shabiby Line and Happy Nation Express
All you need to know when you travel from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma
How can I reach Dodoma from Dar es Salaam?
Every day, there are on average 9 connections between Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Dodoma from Dar es Salaam.
How far is Dodoma from Dar es Salaam?
The distance between Dar es Salaam and Dodoma is 396.7 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Dar es Salaam and Dodoma?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 11 kgs of CO2, a train 14 kgs, a car 67 kgs, and a flight 98 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma?
You can get to Dodoma with just £16 by taking a Bus from Shabiby Line.
What is the fastest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Dodoma in just 6h 0m with a Carpool from Zanzibar Private Tours.
More routes to Dar es Salaam and to Dodoma
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Dar es Salaam and to Dodoma. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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