Koudougou to Banfora by train
Banfora lies 316 km (196 mi) south-west of Koudougou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 32 min at the speeds typical of Burkina Faso rail, over roughly 385 km (239 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Koudougou | Banfora | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Burkina Faso | Burkina Faso |
| Population | 160,239 | 117,452 |
| Elevation | 281 m (922 ft) | 304 m (997 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Ouagadougou) | UTC+0 (Africa/Ouagadougou) |
| Stations on record | Gare de Koudougou | Gare de Banfora |
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Common questions
How far is Banfora from Koudougou?
316 km (196 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Koudougou; by road roughly 385 km (239 mi).
How long does it take to get from Koudougou to Banfora by train?
About 4 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Koudougou and Banfora?
No, both are on Africa/Ouagadougou at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.