Day trip from Bahir Dar to Nek’emtē
Nek’emtē lies 294 km (183 mi) south of Bahir Dar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 294 km (183 mi) apart, Nek’emtē is a realistic day trip from Bahir Dar: about 4 h 47 min each way by road.
| Bahir Dar | Nek’emtē | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ethiopia | Ethiopia |
| Population | 350,000 | 156,000 |
| Elevation | 1,799 m (5,902 ft) | 2,107 m (6,913 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa) | UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Nek’emtē
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Staying in Nek’emtē
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Common questions
How far is Nek’emtē from Bahir Dar?
294 km (183 mi) in a straight line, south of Bahir Dar; by road roughly 359 km (223 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bahir Dar to Nek’emtē by road?
About 4 h 47 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bahir Dar and Nek’emtē?
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.