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Tete to Nampula by bus

Nampula lies 619 km (385 mi) east of Tete, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 11 h 21 min including stops, over roughly 755 km (469 mi) of road.

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TeteNampula
CountryMozambiqueMozambique
Population357,000770,379
Elevation137 m (449 ft)431 m (1,414 ft)
Time nowUTC+2 (Africa/Maputo)UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo)

Where to book buses from Tete 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.

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Common questions

How far is Nampula from Tete?

619 km (385 mi) in a straight line, east of Tete; by road roughly 755 km (469 mi).

How long does it take to get from Tete to Nampula by bus?

About 11 h 21 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Tete 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

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  • 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.