Benguela to Luanda by train
Luanda lies 416 km (259 mi) north of Benguela, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 59 min at the speeds typical of Angola rail, over roughly 508 km (316 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Benguela | Luanda | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Angola | Angola |
| Population | 555,124 | 2.8 million |
| Elevation | 30 m (98 ft) | 73 m (240 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Bungo station |
Where to book trains from Benguela to Luanda
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Staying in Luanda
Our booking partner lists 107 places to stay in Luanda. Of the 66 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (37), and 4 are five-star. Across 15 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.5 out of 10. Guests have left 2,532 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Luanda from Benguela?
416 km (259 mi) in a straight line, north of Benguela; by road roughly 508 km (316 mi).
How long does it take to get from Benguela to Luanda by train?
About 5 h 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Benguela and Luanda?
No, both are on Africa/Luanda at the moment.
Where can I stay in Luanda?
Our booking partner lists 107 places to stay in Luanda, 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.