TRC + TAZARA
Tanzania train timetables
About Tanzania Railways
Tanzania's new electric SGR runs Dar es Salaam–Dodoma at up to 160 km/h — East Africa's fastest trains — with extensions racing toward Lake Victoria. The legendary TAZARA line to Zambia still offers one of Africa's great multi-day journeys.
Network Facts
- Operator
- TRC + TAZARA
- Track gauge
- 1435 mm SGR + 1000/1067 mm
- Max speed
- 160 km/h (SGR)
- Network size
- 3,600 km
- Currency
- TZS
Everything for Tanzania rail travel
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Tanzania Railways: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book Tanzania train tickets?
Book Tanzania train tickets directly at https://booking.trc.co.tz (TRC + TAZARA), the official operator. TrainsTracking provides schedule, fare, and route data; tickets are purchased on the operator's own site to avoid markup.
Is there live train tracking for Tanzania?
Yes. TrainsTracking syncs with official TRC + TAZARA data to show live schedule and running status for Tanzania trains, refreshed regularly across the 0 services we list.
What gauge does Tanzania railway use?
Tanzania's railways run on 1435 mm SGR + 1000/1067 mm track, covering approximately 3,600 km of route.
What is the fastest train in Tanzania?
The fastest Tanzania trains reach up to 160 km/h (SGR), operated by TRC + TAZARA.
How many train stations does Tanzania have?
TrainsTracking lists 0 railway stations for Tanzania with timetable data, GPS coordinates, and station codes — see the full list below.
Which operator runs trains in Tanzania?
TRC + TAZARA operates the national rail network in Tanzania. Tanzania's new electric SGR runs Dar es Salaam–Dodoma at up to 160 km/h — East Africa's fastest trains — with extensions racing toward Lake Victoria. The legendary TAZARA line to Zambia still offers one of Africa's great multi-day journeys.