Bobo-Dioulasso to Ouagadougou by train
Ouagadougou lies 328 km (204 mi) north-east of Bobo-Dioulasso, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 43 min at the speeds typical of Burkina Faso rail, over roughly 400 km (249 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Bobo-Dioulasso | Ouagadougou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Burkina Faso | Burkina Faso |
| Population | 904,920 | 2.4 million |
| Elevation | 453 m (1,486 ft) | 299 m (981 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Ouagadougou) | UTC+0 (Africa/Ouagadougou) |
| Stations on record | Bobo-Dioulasso railway station | Ouagadougou train station |
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Staying in Ouagadougou
Our booking partner lists 118 places to stay in Ouagadougou. Of the 39 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (22), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 1,185 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Ouagadougou from Bobo-Dioulasso?
328 km (204 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Bobo-Dioulasso; by road roughly 400 km (249 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bobo-Dioulasso to Ouagadougou by train?
About 4 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bobo-Dioulasso and Ouagadougou?
No, both are on Africa/Ouagadougou at the moment.
Where can I stay in Ouagadougou?
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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.