Beira to Nacala by train
Nacala lies 854 km (531 mi) north-east of Beira, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 12 h 17 min at the speeds typical of Mozambique rail, over roughly 1,042 km (648 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Beira | Nacala | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mozambique | Mozambique |
| Population | 687,764 | 239,808 |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 137 m (449 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Nacala railway station |
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Common questions
How far is Nacala from Beira?
854 km (531 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Beira; by road roughly 1,042 km (648 mi).
How long does it take to get from Beira to Nacala by train?
About 12 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Beira 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.