Lichinga to Nampula by bus
Nampula lies 478 km (297 mi) south-east of Lichinga, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 8 h 50 min including stops, over roughly 583 km (362 mi) of road.
| Lichinga | Nampula | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mozambique | Mozambique |
| Population | 281,341 | 770,379 |
| Elevation | 1,349 m (4,426 ft) | 431 m (1,414 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) |
Where to book buses from Lichinga 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 Lichinga?
478 km (297 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Lichinga; by road roughly 583 km (362 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lichinga to Nampula by bus?
About 8 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lichinga 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.