Driving from El Obeid to Sennar
Sennar lies 365 km (227 mi) east of El Obeid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 5 h 34 min without stops, over roughly 445 km (277 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| El Obeid | Sennar | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sudan | Sudan |
| Population | 393,311 | 130,122 |
| Elevation | 573 m (1,880 ft) | 427 m (1,401 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Khartoum) | UTC+2 (Africa/Khartoum) |
Where to book car hire from El Obeid to Sennar
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Staying in Sennar
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Common questions
How far is Sennar from El Obeid?
365 km (227 mi) in a straight line, east of El Obeid; by road roughly 445 km (277 mi).
How long does it take to get from El Obeid to Sennar by car?
About 5 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between El Obeid and Sennar?
No, both are on Africa/Khartoum 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.