Day trip from Benguela to Lobito
Lobito lies 28 km (17 mi) north-east of Benguela, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 28 km (17 mi) apart, Lobito is a realistic day trip from Benguela: about 27 min each way by road.
| Benguela | Lobito | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Angola | Angola |
| Population | 555,124 | 393,079 |
| Elevation | 30 m (98 ft) | 4 m (13 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Lobito
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Staying in Lobito
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Lobito. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (5).
Book a hotel in Lobito
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Common questions
How far is Lobito from Benguela?
28 km (17 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Benguela; by road roughly 34 km (21 mi).
How long does it take to get from Benguela to Lobito by road?
About 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Benguela and Lobito?
No, both are on Africa/Luanda at the moment.
Where can I stay in Lobito?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Lobito, 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.