Driving from Buea to Foumban
Foumban lies 254 km (158 mi) north-east of Buea, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 52 min without stops, over roughly 309 km (192 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Buea | Foumban | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Cameroon | Cameroon |
| Population | 140,533 | 130,287 |
| Elevation | 859 m (2,818 ft) | 1,179 m (3,868 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Douala) | UTC+1 (Africa/Douala) |
Where to book car hire from Buea to Foumban
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Staying in Foumban
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Common questions
How far is Foumban from Buea?
254 km (158 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Buea; by road roughly 309 km (192 mi).
How long does it take to get from Buea to Foumban by car?
About 3 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Buea and Foumban?
No, both are on Africa/Douala at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.