Day trip from Mbeya to Katumba
Katumba lies 41 km (26 mi) south-east of Mbeya, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 41 km (26 mi) apart, Katumba is a realistic day trip from Mbeya: about 40 min each way by road.
| Mbeya | Katumba | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Tanzania |
| Population | 541,603 | 108,558 |
| Elevation | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) | 1,387 m (4,551 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Katumba
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Staying in Katumba
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Common questions
How far is Katumba from Mbeya?
41 km (26 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Mbeya; by road roughly 50 km (31 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mbeya to Katumba by road?
About 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mbeya and Katumba?
No, both are on Africa/Dar_es_Salaam at the moment.
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.