Driving from Mbeya to Kahama
Kahama lies 571 km (355 mi) north of Mbeya, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 8 h 43 min without stops, over roughly 697 km (433 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Mbeya | Kahama | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Tanzania |
| Population | 541,603 | 453,654 |
| Elevation | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | 1,249 m (4,098 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) |
Where to book car hire from Mbeya to Kahama
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Staying in Kahama
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Kahama. Of the 2 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (2).
Book a hotel in Kahama
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Common questions
How far is Kahama from Mbeya?
571 km (355 mi) in a straight line, north of Mbeya; by road roughly 697 km (433 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mbeya to Kahama by car?
About 8 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mbeya and Kahama?
No, both are on Africa/Dar_es_Salaam at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kahama?
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Kahama, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- 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.