Driving from Conakry to Kankan
Kankan lies 488 km (303 mi) east of Conakry, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h 26 min without stops, over roughly 595 km (370 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Conakry | Kankan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Guinea | Guinea |
| Population | 1.9 million | 221,428 |
| Elevation | 13 m (43 ft) | 381 m (1,250 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Conakry) | UTC+0 (Africa/Conakry) |
Where to book car hire from Conakry to Kankan
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Staying in Kankan
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Common questions
How far is Kankan from Conakry?
488 km (303 mi) in a straight line, east of Conakry; by road roughly 595 km (370 mi).
How long does it take to get from Conakry to Kankan by car?
About 7 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Conakry and Kankan?
No, both are on Africa/Conakry 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.