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Bamako, Mali → Dakar, Senegal

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Four ways to Travel from Bamako to Dakar

Composite routes from Bamako to Dakar

Cheapest
17 h 23 min
Car
1251 km.
from $68
Fastest
1 h 55 min
Plane
Other
17 h 23 min
Rideshare
1251 km.
from $16.32
3 h 23 min
Plane, Bus
1044 km.
from $1128.87

Transport providers

Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines

Website:
ethiopianairlines.com/
Plane from Bamako–Sénou International Airport to Blaise
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$393.81–$2,794.81

Air Senegal

Website:
flyairsenegal.com/
Plane from Bamako–Sénou International Airport to Blaise
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$241.37–$457.33

Groupe Transair

Website:
groupetransair.sn/transair/home/index
Plane from Bamako–Sénou International Airport to Blaise
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$60.98–$419.22

Bus operators

Dakar Dem Dikk

Phone:
+221338241010
Email:
Website:
demdikk.sn/
Bus from Dakar AIBD to Dakar
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.34

Nour

Phone:
+223 70 07 20 04
Email:
Website:
billetexpress.ml/
Bus from Bamako Sogoniko to Dakar
Ave. Duration:
21h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.30–$49.54

Bani

Phone:
+223 70 07 20 04
Email:
Website:
billetexpress.ml/
Bus from Bamako Sogoniko to Dakar
Ave. Duration:
11h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$35.57–$53.36

Gana

Phone:
+223 70 07 20 04
Email:
Website:
billetexpress.ml/
Bus from Bamako-Medine to Dakar
Ave. Duration:
22h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.11–$53.36
Bus from Bamako Sogoniko to Dakar
Ave. Duration:
22h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$38.11–$54.63

Africa Star

Phone:
+223 70 07 20 04
Email:
Website:
billetexpress.ml/
Bus from Bamako-Sabalibougou to Dakar
Ave. Duration:
22h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$34.30–$48.27

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Bamako to Dakar?

The cheapest way to get from Bamako to Dakar is to bus via Sokorodji Sirafara which costs $29.35 - $46.74 and takes 22h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bamako to Dakar?

The fastest way to get from Bamako to Dakar is to fly and bus which takes 3h 23m and costs $228.26 - $1847.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Bamako and Dakar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bamako-Medine and arriving at Dakar. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22h.

How far is it from Bamako to Dakar?

The distance between Bamako and Dakar is 1087 km. The road distance is 1250.7 km.

How do I travel from Bamako to Dakar without a car?

The best way to get from Bamako to Dakar without a car is to bus which takes 22h and costs $32.61 - $45.65 .

How long does it take to get from Bamako to Dakar?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Bamako to Dakar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bamako to Dakar bus from?

Bamako to Dakar bus services, operated by Gana, depart from Bamako-Medine station.

Where does the Bamako to Dakar bus arrive?

Bamako to Dakar bus services, operated by Gana, arrive at Dakar station.

Can I drive from Bamako to Dakar?

Yes, the driving distance between Bamako to Dakar is 1251 km. It takes approximately 17h 23m to drive from Bamako to Dakar.

Where can I stay near Dakar?

There are 1112+ hotels available in Dakar. Prices start at $56.58 per night.
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