Banfora to Koudougou by train
Koudougou lies 316 km (196 mi) north-east of Banfora, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 32 min at the speeds typical of Burkina Faso rail, over roughly 385 km (239 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Banfora | Koudougou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Burkina Faso | Burkina Faso |
| Population | 117,452 | 160,239 |
| Elevation | 304 m (997 ft) | 281 m (922 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Ouagadougou) | UTC+0 (Africa/Ouagadougou) |
| Stations on record | Gare de Banfora | Gare de Koudougou |
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Common questions
How far is Koudougou from Banfora?
316 km (196 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Banfora; by road roughly 385 km (239 mi).
How long does it take to get from Banfora to Koudougou by train?
About 4 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Banfora and Koudougou?
No, both are on Africa/Ouagadougou 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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.