Driving from Maroua to Kumba
Kumba lies 852 km (529 mi) south-west of Maroua, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 13 h without stops, over roughly 1,040 km (646 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Maroua | Kumba | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Cameroon | Cameroon |
| Population | 314,122 | 225,046 |
| Elevation | 406 m (1,332 ft) | 244 m (801 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Douala) | UTC+1 (Africa/Douala) |
Where to book car hire from Maroua to Kumba
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Staying in Kumba
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Common questions
How far is Kumba from Maroua?
852 km (529 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Maroua; by road roughly 1,040 km (646 mi).
How long does it take to get from Maroua to Kumba by car?
About 13 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Maroua and Kumba?
No, both are on Africa/Douala at the moment.
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.