Ouagadougou to Banfora by train
Banfora lies 400 km (248 mi) south-west of Ouagadougou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 45 min at the speeds typical of Burkina Faso rail, over roughly 488 km (303 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Ouagadougou | Banfora | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Burkina Faso | Burkina Faso |
| Population | 2.4 million | 117,452 |
| Elevation | 299 m (981 ft) | 304 m (997 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Ouagadougou) | UTC+0 (Africa/Ouagadougou) |
| Stations on record | Ouagadougou train station | Gare de Banfora |
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Common questions
How far is Banfora from Ouagadougou?
400 km (248 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Ouagadougou; by road roughly 488 km (303 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ouagadougou to Banfora by train?
About 5 h 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ouagadougou and Banfora?
No, both are on Africa/Ouagadougou 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 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.