Driving from Pemba to Nampula
Nampula lies 274 km (170 mi) south-west of Pemba, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 4 h 11 min without stops, over roughly 334 km (208 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Pemba | Nampula | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mozambique | Mozambique |
| Population | 232,932 | 770,379 |
| Elevation | 50 m (164 ft) | 431 m (1,414 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) |
Where to book car hire from Pemba 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.
Book a hotel in Nampula
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Common questions
How far is Nampula from Pemba?
274 km (170 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Pemba; by road roughly 334 km (208 mi).
How long does it take to get from Pemba to Nampula by car?
About 4 h 11 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Pemba 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
- 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.