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Nek’emtēShashamane

Nek’emtē to Shashamane by bus

Shashamane lies 308 km (191 mi) south-east of Nek’emtē, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 5 h 46 min including stops, over roughly 376 km (233 mi) of road.

Nek’emtēShashamane

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Nek’emtēShashamane
CountryEthiopiaEthiopia
Population156,000208,400
Elevation2,107 m (6,913 ft)1,924 m (6,312 ft)
Time nowUTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa)UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa)

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Common questions

How far is Shashamane from Nek’emtē?

308 km (191 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Nek’emtē; by road roughly 376 km (233 mi).

How long does it take to get from Nek’emtē to Shashamane by bus?

About 5 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Nek’emtē and Shashamane?

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

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.