Driving from Maroua to Bamenda
Bamenda lies 690 km (429 mi) south-west of Maroua, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 10 h 31 min without stops, over roughly 841 km (523 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Maroua | Bamenda | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Cameroon | Cameroon |
| Population | 314,122 | 420,445 |
| Elevation | 406 m (1,332 ft) | 1,258 m (4,127 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Douala) | UTC+1 (Africa/Douala) |
Where to book car hire from Maroua to Bamenda
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Staying in Bamenda
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Bamenda. Of the 6 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (6). Guests have left 6 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Bamenda
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Common questions
How far is Bamenda from Maroua?
690 km (429 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Maroua; by road roughly 841 km (523 mi).
How long does it take to get from Maroua to Bamenda by car?
About 10 h 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Maroua and Bamenda?
No, both are on Africa/Douala at the moment.
Where can I stay in Bamenda?
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Bamenda, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- 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.