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Mek'eleDebre Mark’os

Mek'ele to Debre Mark’os by bus

Debre Mark’os lies 398 km (247 mi) south-west of Mek'ele, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 7 h 23 min including stops, over roughly 485 km (302 mi) of road.

Mek'eleDebre Mark’os

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Mek'eleDebre Mark’os
CountryEthiopiaEthiopia
Population457,900140,700
Elevation2,068 m (6,785 ft)2,487 m (8,159 ft)
Time nowUTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa)UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa)

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Common questions

How far is Debre Mark’os from Mek'ele?

398 km (247 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Mek'ele; by road roughly 485 km (302 mi).

How long does it take to get from Mek'ele to Debre Mark’os by bus?

About 7 h 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Mek'ele and Debre Mark’os?

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

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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.