Dakar to Saint-Louis by train
Saint-Louis lies 179 km (111 mi) north-east of Dakar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 35 min at the speeds typical of Senegal rail, over roughly 219 km (136 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Dakar | Saint-Louis | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Senegal | Senegal |
| Population | 2.6 million | 254,171 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Dakar) | UTC+0 (Africa/Dakar) |
| Stations on record | Dakar station, Dalifort station | Gare de Saint-Louis, Sénégal |
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Common questions
How far is Saint-Louis from Dakar?
179 km (111 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Dakar; by road roughly 219 km (136 mi).
How long does it take to get from Dakar to Saint-Louis by train?
About 2 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dakar and Saint-Louis?
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.