Beira to Nampula by bus
Nampula lies 705 km (438 mi) north-east of Beira, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 12 h 54 min including stops, over roughly 860 km (534 mi) of road.
| Beira | Nampula | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mozambique | Mozambique |
| Population | 687,764 | 770,379 |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 431 m (1,414 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) |
Where to book buses from Beira to Nampula
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Staying in Nampula
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Nampula. Of the 8 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (6), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 492 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Nampula
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Common questions
How far is Nampula from Beira?
705 km (438 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Beira; by road roughly 860 km (534 mi).
How long does it take to get from Beira to Nampula by bus?
About 12 h 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Beira and Nampula?
No, both are on Africa/Maputo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Nampula?
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Nampula, 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.