Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar Distance: 70 km

Q: What is the distance from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar?

The aerial distance from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar is approximately 70 km (43 miles). By road, the distance is approximately 0 km.

Q: What is the best way to travel from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar?

For this 0 km journey, a car or train is ideal. Driving takes about — and trains take approximately —.

Dar es Salaam

Tanzania

Zanzibar

Tanzania

70 km

aerial distance (straight line)

43 miles · Road distance: ~0 km (via road)

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Road distance

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Drive time

70 km

Aerial distance

Route data via OpenStreetMap

How to get from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

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By Car

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0 km via highway

Quick facts

Aerial distance

70 km (43 mi)

Road distance

~0 km

Recommended

Car (—)

Most affordable

Train

📍 Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar distance overview

The distance from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar is approximately 70 km as the crow flies. The road distance is about 0 km, making this a comfortable day trip by car or train.

70 kmAerial distance

~0 kmBy road

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🚗 By car — Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

— ~0 km

A comfortable — drive covers the 0 km between Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar. This makes for a great day trip by car.

💡 Travel tips for Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

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Day trip friendly
At 0 km, you can easily make this a day trip and return the same day. Train or car is ideal.

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Carry valid ID
Aadhaar, Passport, or Voter ID is required for train travel and recommended for bus journeys.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the distance from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar? ▼

The aerial (straight-line) distance from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar is approximately 70 km (43 miles). The road distance is approximately 0 km, which takes about — by car.

What is the best way to travel from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar? ▼

For this 0 km journey, a car or train is most practical. Driving takes about — and trains take approximately —. This makes for a comfortable day trip.

Can I book Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar travel on FareEagle? ▼

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