Driving from Tete to Nacala
Nacala lies 781 km (486 mi) east of Tete, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 11 h 55 min without stops, over roughly 953 km (592 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Tete | Nacala | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mozambique | Mozambique |
| Population | 357,000 | 239,808 |
| Elevation | 137 m (449 ft) | 137 m (449 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) |
Where to book car hire from Tete to Nacala
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Staying in Nacala
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Common questions
How far is Nacala from Tete?
781 km (486 mi) in a straight line, east of Tete; by road roughly 953 km (592 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tete to Nacala by car?
About 11 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tete and Nacala?
No, both are on Africa/Maputo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.