Benguela to Calumbo by train
Calumbo lies 381 km (237 mi) north of Benguela, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 29 min at the speeds typical of Angola rail, over roughly 465 km (289 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Benguela | Calumbo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Angola | Angola |
| Population | 555,124 | 652,270 |
| Elevation | 30 m (98 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
Where to book trains from Benguela to Calumbo
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Staying in Calumbo
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Common questions
How far is Calumbo from Benguela?
381 km (237 mi) in a straight line, north of Benguela; by road roughly 465 km (289 mi).
How long does it take to get from Benguela to Calumbo by train?
About 5 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Benguela and Calumbo?
No, both are on Africa/Luanda at the moment.
Where can I stay in Calumbo?
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Calumbo, 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.