Driving from Kumasi to Obuase
Obuase lies 54 km (34 mi) south of Kumasi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 50 min without stops, over roughly 66 km (41 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Kumasi | Obuase | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ghana | Ghana |
| Population | 2.5 million | 179,604 |
| Elevation | 270 m (886 ft) | 215 m (705 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Accra) | UTC+0 (Africa/Accra) |
Where to book car hire from Kumasi to Obuase
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Staying in Obuase
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Common questions
How far is Obuase from Kumasi?
54 km (34 mi) in a straight line, south of Kumasi; by road roughly 66 km (41 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kumasi to Obuase by car?
About 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kumasi and Obuase?
No, both are on Africa/Accra 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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.