Hoji ya Henda to Benguela by train
Benguela lies 420 km (261 mi) south of Hoji ya Henda, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 2 min at the speeds typical of Angola rail, over roughly 512 km (318 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Hoji ya Henda | Benguela | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Angola | Angola |
| Population | 642,050 | 555,124 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 30 m (98 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
Where to book trains from Hoji ya Henda 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.
Book a hotel in Benguela
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Common questions
How far is Benguela from Hoji ya Henda?
420 km (261 mi) in a straight line, south of Hoji ya Henda; by road roughly 512 km (318 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hoji ya Henda to Benguela by train?
About 6 h 2 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hoji ya Henda 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
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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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.