Driving from Dakar to Tambacounda
Tambacounda lies 420 km (261 mi) east of Dakar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 6 h 24 min without stops, over roughly 512 km (318 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Dakar | Tambacounda | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Senegal | Senegal |
| Population | 2.6 million | 149,071 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 32 m (105 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Dakar) | UTC+0 (Africa/Dakar) |
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Staying in Tambacounda
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Common questions
How far is Tambacounda from Dakar?
420 km (261 mi) in a straight line, east of Dakar; by road roughly 512 km (318 mi).
How long does it take to get from Dakar to Tambacounda by car?
About 6 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dakar and Tambacounda?
No, both are on Africa/Dakar 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.