Moshi to Mbeya by bus
Mbeya lies 752 km (467 mi) south-west of Moshi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 13 h 44 min including stops, over roughly 917 km (570 mi) of road.
| Moshi | Mbeya | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Tanzania |
| Population | 221,733 | 541,603 |
| Elevation | 854 m (2,802 ft) | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) |
Where to book buses from Moshi to Mbeya
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Staying in Mbeya
Our booking partner lists 27 places to stay in Mbeya. Of the 20 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (14). Guests have left 212 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Mbeya
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Common questions
How far is Mbeya from Moshi?
752 km (467 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Moshi; by road roughly 917 km (570 mi).
How long does it take to get from Moshi to Mbeya by bus?
About 13 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Moshi and Mbeya?
No, both are on Africa/Dar_es_Salaam at the moment.
Where can I stay in Mbeya?
Our booking partner lists 27 places to stay in Mbeya, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.