Driving from Mogadishu to Berbera
Berbera lies 935 km (581 mi) north of Mogadishu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 14 h 16 min without stops, over roughly 1,141 km (709 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Mogadishu | Berbera | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Somalia | Somalia |
| Population | 2.6 million | 242,344 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 11 m (36 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Mogadishu) | UTC+3 (Africa/Mogadishu) |
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Common questions
How far is Berbera from Mogadishu?
935 km (581 mi) in a straight line, north of Mogadishu; by road roughly 1,141 km (709 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mogadishu to Berbera by car?
About 14 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mogadishu and Berbera?
No, both are on Africa/Mogadishu at the moment.
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.