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Dar es Salaam to Howrah Junction Distance & How to Reach

Tanzania to West Bengal · 6,263 km · Compare travel & driving options

Dar es Salaam to Howrah Junction distance: 6263 km (aerial), approximately 8142 km by road. By train: ~125 hrs 16 min. By road: ~135 hrs 42 min.
Dar es Salaam
Tanzania
Howrah Junction
West Bengal
6,263 km
aerial distance (straight line)
3,892 miles
How to get from Dar es Salaam to Howrah Junction
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By Flight
9 hrs 6 min
Fly to Kolkata (CCU), nearest to Howrah Junction
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Aerial distance
6,263 km (3,892 mi)
Road distance
~8,142 km
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📍 Dar es Salaam to Howrah Junction distance overview

The straight-line distance from Dar es Salaam to Howrah Junction is approximately 6,263 km (3,892 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 8,142 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Tanzania to West Bengal.

6,263 kmAerial distance
~8,142 kmBy road
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✈️ Reaching Howrah Junction by air
No direct airport

Howrah Junction does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Kolkata (CCU). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.

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💡 Travel tips for Dar es Salaam to Howrah Junction
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For international departures, arrive at the airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled flight to allow time for check-in, immigration and security.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the distance from Dar es Salaam to Howrah Junction? ▼
The aerial (straight-line) distance from Dar es Salaam to Howrah Junction is approximately 6,263 km (3,892 miles).
What is the best way to travel from Dar es Salaam to Howrah Junction? ▼
The most comfortable option is by train, taking approximately 125 hrs 16 min. Howrah Junction doesn't have a major airport — the nearest is Kolkata (CCU).
Can I book Dar es Salaam to Howrah Junction travel on FareEagle? ▼
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