Mbeya to Makumbako by bus
Makumbako lies 152 km (94 mi) east of Mbeya, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 2 h 59 min including stops, over roughly 186 km (115 mi) of road.
| Mbeya | Makumbako | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Tanzania |
| Population | 541,603 | 116,232 |
| Elevation | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | 1,651 m (5,417 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) |
Where to book buses from Mbeya to Makumbako
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Staying in Makumbako
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Common questions
How far is Makumbako from Mbeya?
152 km (94 mi) in a straight line, east of Mbeya; by road roughly 186 km (115 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mbeya to Makumbako by bus?
About 2 h 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mbeya and Makumbako?
No, both are on Africa/Dar_es_Salaam at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.