Nacala to Nampula by train
Nampula lies 164 km (102 mi) west of Nacala, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 22 min at the speeds typical of Mozambique rail, over roughly 201 km (125 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Nacala | Nampula | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mozambique | Mozambique |
| Population | 239,808 | 770,379 |
| Elevation | 137 m (449 ft) | 431 m (1,414 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) |
| Stations on record | Nacala railway station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Nacala 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.
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Common questions
How far is Nampula from Nacala?
164 km (102 mi) in a straight line, west of Nacala; by road roughly 201 km (125 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nacala to Nampula by train?
About 2 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nacala 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 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.