Driving from Songea to Ifakara
Ifakara lies 305 km (190 mi) north of Songea, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 4 h 39 min without stops, over roughly 373 km (231 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Songea | Ifakara | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Tanzania |
| Population | 286,285 | 205,843 |
| Elevation | 1,113 m (3,652 ft) | 259 m (850 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) |
Where to book car hire from Songea to Ifakara
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Staying in Ifakara
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Common questions
How far is Ifakara from Songea?
305 km (190 mi) in a straight line, north of Songea; by road roughly 373 km (231 mi).
How long does it take to get from Songea to Ifakara by car?
About 4 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Songea and Ifakara?
No, both are on Africa/Dar_es_Salaam at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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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.