Driving from Gweru to Harare
Harare lies 223 km (138 mi) north-east of Gweru, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 24 min without stops, over roughly 271 km (169 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Gweru | Harare | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Zimbabwe | Zimbabwe |
| Population | 158,200 | 1.5 million |
| Elevation | 1,412 m (4,633 ft) | 1,494 m (4,902 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Harare) | UTC+2 (Africa/Harare) |
Where to book car hire from Gweru to Harare
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Staying in Harare
Our booking partner lists 234 places to stay in Harare. Of the 199 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (122), and 7 are five-star. Across 34 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.9 out of 10. Guests have left 10,308 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Harare from Gweru?
223 km (138 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Gweru; by road roughly 271 km (169 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gweru to Harare by car?
About 3 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gweru and Harare?
No, both are on Africa/Harare at the moment.
Where can I stay in Harare?
Our booking partner lists 234 places to stay in Harare, 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 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.