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Tanga to Mbeya by bus

Mbeya lies 755 km (469 mi) south-west of Tanga, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 13 h 48 min including stops, over roughly 921 km (572 mi) of road.

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TangaMbeya
CountryTanzaniaTanzania
Population393,429541,603
Elevation22 m (72 ft)1,697 m (5,568 ft)
Time nowUTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam)UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam)

Where to book buses from Tanga 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.

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Common questions

How far is Mbeya from Tanga?

755 km (469 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Tanga; by road roughly 921 km (572 mi).

How long does it take to get from Tanga to Mbeya by bus?

About 13 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Tanga 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

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  • 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.