Day trip from Harare to Mutare
Mutare lies 213 km (132 mi) south-east of Harare, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 213 km (132 mi) apart, Mutare is a realistic day trip from Harare: about 3 h 28 min each way by road.
| Harare | Mutare | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Zimbabwe | Zimbabwe |
| Population | 1.5 million | 224,802 |
| Elevation | 1,494 m (4,902 ft) | 1,116 m (3,661 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Harare) | UTC+2 (Africa/Harare) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Mutare
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Staying in Mutare
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Common questions
How far is Mutare from Harare?
213 km (132 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Harare; by road roughly 260 km (161 mi).
How long does it take to get from Harare to Mutare by road?
About 3 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Harare and Mutare?
No, both are on Africa/Harare 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.