Maputo to Nampula by train
Nampula lies 1,392 km (865 mi) north-east of Maputo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 20 h 1 min at the speeds typical of Mozambique rail, over roughly 1,698 km (1,055 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Maputo | Nampula | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mozambique | Mozambique |
| Population | 1.3 million | 770,379 |
| Elevation | 70 m (230 ft) | 431 m (1,414 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) |
| Stations on record | Maputo Railway Station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Maputo to Nampula
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Staying in Nampula
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Nampula. Of the 8 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (6), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 492 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Nampula
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Common questions
How far is Nampula from Maputo?
1,392 km (865 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Maputo; by road roughly 1,698 km (1,055 mi).
How long does it take to get from Maputo to Nampula by train?
About 20 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Maputo and Nampula?
No, both are on Africa/Maputo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Nampula?
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Nampula, 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.