Driving from Thiès to Dakar
Dakar lies 57 km (35 mi) west of Thiès, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 52 min without stops, over roughly 69 km (43 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Thiès | Dakar | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Senegal | Senegal |
| Population | 317,763 | 2.6 million |
| Elevation | 72 m (236 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Dakar) | UTC+0 (Africa/Dakar) |
Where to book car hire from Thiès to Dakar
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Staying in Dakar
Our booking partner lists 967 places to stay in Dakar. Of the 341 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (177), and 8 are five-star. Across 58 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.1 out of 10. Guests have left 15,024 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Dakar
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Common questions
How far is Dakar from Thiès?
57 km (35 mi) in a straight line, west of Thiès; by road roughly 69 km (43 mi).
How long does it take to get from Thiès to Dakar by car?
About 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Thiès and Dakar?
No, both are on Africa/Dakar at the moment.
Where can I stay in Dakar?
Our booking partner lists 967 places to stay in Dakar, bookable on this site.
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.