Cities Near Takoradi
Cities near Takoradi, Ghana: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Cape Coast, Swedru, Akim Oda. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Takoradi, Ghana is Cape Coast, about 38 mi (61 km) away — roughly 1 hr 8 min 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Coast | 38 mi / 61 km | 1 hr 8 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Swedru | 85 mi / 137 km | 1 hr 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Akim Oda | 89 mi / 143 km | 2 hr 4 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Obuase | 90 mi / 145 km | 2 hr 6 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Kasoa | 102 mi / 165 km | 2 hr 23 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Atsiaman | 113 mi / 182 km | 2 hr 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Accra | 117 mi / 188 km | 2 hr 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Medina Estates | 122 mi / 196 km | 2 hr 50 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Kumasi | 124 mi / 200 km | 2 hr 53 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Tema | 131 mi / 211 km | 3 hr 3 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
Day trips from Takoradi
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Cape Coast, Swedru, Akim Oda, Obuase. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Takoradi
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Kasoa, Atsiaman, Accra, Medina Estates, Kumasi. 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 Takoradi include Cape Coast, Swedru, Akim Oda, Obuase, Kasoa. The closest is Cape Coast, about 38 miles (61 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.