Driving from Pemba to Matola
Matola lies 1,672 km (1,039 mi) south-west of Pemba, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 25 h 30 min without stops, over roughly 2,040 km (1,267 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Pemba | Matola | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mozambique | Mozambique |
| Population | 232,932 | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 50 m (164 ft) | 42 m (138 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) |
Where to book car hire from Pemba to Matola
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Staying in Matola
Our booking partner lists 18 places to stay in Matola. Of the 11 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (9). Guests have left 67 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Matola
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Common questions
How far is Matola from Pemba?
1,672 km (1,039 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Pemba; by road roughly 2,040 km (1,267 mi).
How long does it take to get from Pemba to Matola by car?
About 25 h 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Pemba and Matola?
No, both are on Africa/Maputo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Matola?
Our booking partner lists 18 places to stay in Matola, 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 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.