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GabelaBenguela

Gabela to Benguela by bus

Benguela lies 219 km (136 mi) south-west of Gabela, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 4 h 11 min including stops, over roughly 268 km (166 mi) of road.

GabelaBenguela

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GabelaBenguela
CountryAngolaAngola
Population116,903555,124
Elevation1,045 m (3,428 ft)30 m (98 ft)
Time nowUTC+1 (Africa/Luanda)UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda)

Where to book buses from Gabela 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 Gabela?

219 km (136 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Gabela; by road roughly 268 km (166 mi).

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

About 4 h 11 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Gabela 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.