Luanda to Benguela by train
Benguela lies 416 km (259 mi) south of Luanda, 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.
| Luanda | Benguela | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Angola | Angola |
| Population | 2.8 million | 555,124 |
| Elevation | 73 m (240 ft) | 30 m (98 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) | UTC+1 (Africa/Luanda) |
| Stations on record | Bungo station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Luanda to Benguela
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Staying in Benguela
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Benguela. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (4). Guests have left 67 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Benguela
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Common questions
How far is Benguela from Luanda?
416 km (259 mi) in a straight line, south of Luanda; by road roughly 508 km (316 mi).
How long does it take to get from Luanda to Benguela 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 Luanda and Benguela?
No, both are on Africa/Luanda at the moment.
Where can I stay in Benguela?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Benguela, 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 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.