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HoTamale

Ho to Tamale by bus

Tamale lies 343 km (213 mi) north-west of Ho, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 6 h 24 min including stops, over roughly 419 km (260 mi) of road.

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CountryGhanaGhana
Population130,701464,316
Elevation171 m (561 ft)196 m (643 ft)
Time nowUTC+0 (Africa/Accra)UTC+0 (Africa/Accra)

Where to book buses from Ho to Tamale

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Staying in Tamale

Our booking partner lists 24 places to stay in Tamale. Of the 15 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (7). Guests have left 199 reviews in total.

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Common questions

How far is Tamale from Ho?

343 km (213 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Ho; by road roughly 419 km (260 mi).

How long does it take to get from Ho to Tamale by bus?

About 6 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Ho and Tamale?

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

Where can I stay in Tamale?

Our booking partner lists 24 places to stay in Tamale, bookable on this site.

Where these facts come from

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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.