Cities Near Kumasi
Cities near Kumasi, Ghana: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Obuase, Ejura, Sunyani. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Kumasi, Ghana is Obuase, about 34 mi (54 km) away — roughly 1 hr by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obuase | 34 mi / 54 km | 1 hr | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ejura | 52 mi / 83 km | 1 hr 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Sunyani | 66 mi / 106 km | 1 hr 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Techiman | 66 mi / 106 km | 1 hr 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Akim Oda | 69 mi / 110 km | 2 hr 3 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Berekum | 84 mi / 136 km | 1 hr 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Japekrom | 100 mi / 162 km | 2 hr 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Swedru | 102 mi / 164 km | 2 hr 22 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Koforidua | 102 mi / 165 km | 2 hr 23 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Atsiaman | 112 mi / 181 km | 2 hr 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Kumasi
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Obuase, Ejura, Sunyani, Techiman, Akim Oda. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Kumasi
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Japekrom, Swedru, Koforidua, Atsiaman. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Kumasi include Obuase, Ejura, Sunyani, Techiman, Akim Oda. The closest is Obuase, about 34 miles (54 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.