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ĀselaBahir Dar

Driving from Āsela to Bahir Dar

Bahir Dar lies 448 km (278 mi) north-west of Āsela, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

Driving takes about 6 h 50 min without stops, over roughly 546 km (340 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.

ĀselaBahir Dar

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ĀselaBahir Dar
CountryEthiopiaEthiopia
Population139,500350,000
Elevation2,442 m (8,012 ft)1,799 m (5,902 ft)
Time nowUTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa)UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa)

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Staying in Bahir Dar

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Common questions

How far is Bahir Dar from Āsela?

448 km (278 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Āsela; by road roughly 546 km (340 mi).

How long does it take to get from Āsela to Bahir Dar by car?

About 6 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Āsela and Bahir Dar?

No, both are on Africa/Addis_Ababa at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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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.