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BalomboBenguela

Balombo to Benguela by bus

Benguela lies 151 km (94 mi) west of Balombo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 2 h 57 min including stops, over roughly 184 km (114 mi) of road.

BalomboBenguela

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BalomboBenguela
CountryAngolaAngola
Population108,965555,124
Elevation1,203 m (3,947 ft)30 m (98 ft)
Time nowUTC+1 (Africa/Luanda)UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda)

Where to book buses from Balombo to Benguela

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Staying in Benguela

Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Benguela. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (4). Guests have left 67 reviews in total.

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Common questions

How far is Benguela from Balombo?

151 km (94 mi) in a straight line, west of Balombo; by road roughly 184 km (114 mi).

How long does it take to get from Balombo to Benguela by bus?

About 2 h 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Balombo and Benguela?

No, both are on Africa/Luanda at the moment.

Where can I stay in Benguela?

Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Benguela, bookable on this site.

Where these facts come from

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  • 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.