Driving from Dar es Salaam to Bukoba
Bukoba lies 1,028 km (639 mi) north-west of Dar es Salaam, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 15 h 40 min without stops, over roughly 1,254 km (779 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Dar es Salaam | Bukoba | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Tanzania |
| Population | 5.4 million | 144,938 |
| Elevation | 24 m (79 ft) | 1,149 m (3,770 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) |
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Common questions
How far is Bukoba from Dar es Salaam?
1,028 km (639 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Dar es Salaam; by road roughly 1,254 km (779 mi).
How long does it take to get from Dar es Salaam to Bukoba by car?
About 15 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dar es Salaam and Bukoba?
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 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.