Ifakara to Kahama by bus
Kahama lies 658 km (409 mi) north-west of Ifakara, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 12 h 3 min including stops, over roughly 802 km (499 mi) of road.
| Ifakara | Kahama | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Tanzania |
| Population | 205,843 | 453,654 |
| Elevation | 259 m (850 ft) | 1,249 m (4,098 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) |
Where to book buses from Ifakara to Kahama
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Staying in Kahama
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Kahama. Of the 2 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (2).
Book a hotel in Kahama
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Common questions
How far is Kahama from Ifakara?
658 km (409 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Ifakara; by road roughly 802 km (499 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ifakara to Kahama by bus?
About 12 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ifakara and Kahama?
No, both are on Africa/Dar_es_Salaam at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kahama?
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Kahama, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.