What is the cheapest way to get from Accra to Northern?

The cheapest way to get from Accra to Northern is to bus which costs $20 - $23 and takes 10h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Accra to Northern?

The fastest way to get from Accra to Northern is to fly which takes 2h 35m and costs $130 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Accra and Northern?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Accra Main and arriving at Tamale. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 57m.

How far is it from Accra to Northern?

The distance between Accra and Northern is 464 km. The road distance is 565.5 km.

How do I travel from Accra to Northern without a car?

The best way to get from Accra to Northern without a car is to bus which takes 10h 57m and costs $20 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Accra to Northern?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Accra to Northern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Accra to Northern bus from?

Accra to Northern bus services, operated by Intercity STC Coaches, depart from Accra Main station.

Bus or fly from Accra to Northern?

The best way to get from Accra to Northern is to fly which takes 2h 35m and costs $130 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20 - $23 and takes 10h 57m.

Where does the Accra to Northern bus arrive?

Accra to Northern bus services, operated by Intercity STC Coaches, arrive at Tamale station.

Can I drive from Accra to Northern?

Yes, the driving distance between Accra to Northern is 566 km. It takes approximately 9h 14m to drive from Accra to Northern.

Where can I stay near Northern?

There are 19+ hotels available in Northern.

Accra to Northern - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Accra to Northern by plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Tamale (TML)plane ACC - TML
2h 35m
$131–256
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Accra Main to Tamalebus
10h 57m
$20–23
Drive 565.5 km
1. Drive from Accra to Tamalecar 565.5 km
9h 14m
$75–108

Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Tamale (TML) flights

51Weekly Planes

1h 10mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Accra to Northern.

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Distance: 463.7 km
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Accra, Ghana and Northern, Ghana?

Africa World Airlines and Passion Air fly from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Tamale (TML) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Intercity STC Coaches operates a bus from Accra Main to Tamale twice daily. Tickets cost $20–23 and the journey takes 10h 57m.

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