Day trip from Addis Ababa to Awasa
Awasa lies 220 km (137 mi) south of Addis Ababa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 220 km (137 mi) apart, Awasa is a realistic day trip from Addis Ababa: about 3 h 35 min each way by road.
| Addis Ababa | Awasa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ethiopia | Ethiopia |
| Population | 3.9 million | 422,200 |
| Elevation | 2,405 m (7,890 ft) | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa) | UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa) |
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Staying in Awasa
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Common questions
How far is Awasa from Addis Ababa?
220 km (137 mi) in a straight line, south of Addis Ababa; by road roughly 269 km (167 mi).
How long does it take to get from Addis Ababa to Awasa by road?
About 3 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Addis Ababa and Awasa?
No, both are on Africa/Addis_Ababa 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.