Driving from Yamoussoukro to Abidjan
Abidjan lies 216 km (134 mi) south-east of Yamoussoukro, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 17 min without stops, over roughly 263 km (163 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Yamoussoukro | Abidjan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ivory Coast | Ivory Coast |
| Population | 275,686 | 6.3 million |
| Elevation | 214 m (702 ft) | 50 m (164 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+0 (Africa/Abidjan) | UTC+0 (Africa/Abidjan) |
Where to book car hire from Yamoussoukro to Abidjan
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Staying in Abidjan
Our booking partner lists 377 places to stay in Abidjan. Of the 326 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (243), and 12 are five-star. Across 33 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.9 out of 10. Guests have left 10,421 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Abidjan from Yamoussoukro?
216 km (134 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Yamoussoukro; by road roughly 263 km (163 mi).
How long does it take to get from Yamoussoukro to Abidjan by car?
About 3 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Yamoussoukro and Abidjan?
No, both are on Africa/Abidjan at the moment.
Where can I stay in Abidjan?
Our booking partner lists 377 places to stay in Abidjan, bookable on this site.
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.