Day trip from Thiès to Kaolack
Kaolack lies 116 km (72 mi) south-east of Thiès, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 116 km (72 mi) apart, Kaolack is a realistic day trip from Thiès: about 1 h 53 min each way by road.
| Thiès | Kaolack | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Senegal | Senegal |
| Population | 317,763 | 298,904 |
| Elevation | 72 m (236 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Dakar) | UTC+0 (Africa/Dakar) |
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Common questions
How far is Kaolack from Thiès?
116 km (72 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Thiès; by road roughly 142 km (88 mi).
How long does it take to get from Thiès to Kaolack by road?
About 1 h 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Thiès and Kaolack?
No, both are on Africa/Dakar 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.