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Debre Mark’osNek’emtē

Debre Mark’os to Nek’emtē by bus

Nek’emtē lies 191 km (119 mi) south-west of Debre Mark’os, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 3 h 41 min including stops, over roughly 234 km (145 mi) of road.

Debre Mark’osNek’emtē

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Debre Mark’osNek’emtē
CountryEthiopiaEthiopia
Population140,700156,000
Elevation2,487 m (8,159 ft)2,107 m (6,913 ft)
Time nowUTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa)UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa)

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Staying in Nek’emtē

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Common questions

How far is Nek’emtē from Debre Mark’os?

191 km (119 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Debre Mark’os; by road roughly 234 km (145 mi).

How long does it take to get from Debre Mark’os to Nek’emtē by bus?

About 3 h 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Debre Mark’os and Nek’emtē?

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.