Luanda to Huambo by train
Huambo lies 516 km (321 mi) south-east of Luanda, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 7 h 25 min at the speeds typical of Angola rail, over roughly 630 km (391 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Luanda | Huambo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Angola | Angola |
| Population | 2.8 million | 595,304 |
| Elevation | 73 m (240 ft) | 1,716 m (5,630 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 Huambo
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Staying in Huambo
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Huambo. Of the 2 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (1). Guests have left 3 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Huambo
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Common questions
How far is Huambo from Luanda?
516 km (321 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Luanda; by road roughly 630 km (391 mi).
How long does it take to get from Luanda to Huambo by train?
About 7 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Luanda and Huambo?
No, both are on Africa/Luanda at the moment.
Where can I stay in Huambo?
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Huambo, 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.