Day trip from Sennar to Omdurman
Omdurman lies 259 km (161 mi) north-west of Sennar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 259 km (161 mi) apart, Omdurman is a realistic day trip from Sennar: about 4 h 13 min each way by road.
| Sennar | Omdurman | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sudan | Sudan |
| Population | 130,122 | 1.8 million |
| Elevation | 427 m (1,401 ft) | 391 m (1,283 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Khartoum) | UTC+2 (Africa/Khartoum) |
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Staying in Omdurman
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Common questions
How far is Omdurman from Sennar?
259 km (161 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Sennar; by road roughly 316 km (196 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sennar to Omdurman by road?
About 4 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sennar and Omdurman?
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 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.