Driving from Bafoussam to Buea
Buea lies 197 km (122 mi) south-west of Bafoussam, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h without stops, over roughly 240 km (149 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Bafoussam | Buea | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Cameroon | Cameroon |
| Population | 373,268 | 140,533 |
| Elevation | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | 859 m (2,818 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Douala) | UTC+1 (Africa/Douala) |
Where to book car hire from Bafoussam to Buea
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Common questions
How far is Buea from Bafoussam?
197 km (122 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Bafoussam; by road roughly 240 km (149 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bafoussam to Buea by car?
About 3 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bafoussam and Buea?
No, both are on Africa/Douala at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
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.