Day trip from Bamako to Kati
Kati lies 18 km (11 mi) north-west of Bamako, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 18 km (11 mi) apart, Kati is a realistic day trip from Bamako: about 18 min each way by road.
| Bamako | Kati | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mali | Mali |
| Population | 4.2 million | 130,254 |
| Elevation | 374 m (1,227 ft) | 423 m (1,388 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Bamako) | UTC+0 (Africa/Bamako) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Kati
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Staying in Kati
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Common questions
How far is Kati from Bamako?
18 km (11 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Bamako; by road roughly 22 km (14 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bamako to Kati by road?
About 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bamako and Kati?
No, both are on Africa/Bamako at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.