Zanzibar to Morogoro by train
Morogoro lies 185 km (115 mi) south-west of Zanzibar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 39 min at the speeds typical of Tanzania rail, over roughly 225 km (140 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Zanzibar | Morogoro | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Tanzania |
| Population | 709,809 | 471,409 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 504 m (1,654 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Morogoro railway station |
Where to book trains from Zanzibar to Morogoro
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Staying in Morogoro
Our booking partner lists 53 places to stay in Morogoro. Of the 35 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (27). Guests have left 570 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Morogoro
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Common questions
How far is Morogoro from Zanzibar?
185 km (115 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Zanzibar; by road roughly 225 km (140 mi).
How long does it take to get from Zanzibar to Morogoro by train?
About 2 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Zanzibar and Morogoro?
No, both are on Africa/Dar_es_Salaam at the moment.
Where can I stay in Morogoro?
Our booking partner lists 53 places to stay in Morogoro, 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.