What is the cheapest way to get from Bamako to Tamale?

The cheapest way to get from Bamako to Tamale is to bus via Sokorodji Sirafara which costs $55 - $75 and takes 32h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bamako to Tamale?

The fastest way to get from Bamako to Tamale is to fly and drive which takes 7h 3m and costs $400 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Bamako and Tamale?

No, there is no direct bus from Bamako to Tamale. However, there are services departing from Arrêt Sotrama and arriving at Tamale via Bamako Sogoniko and Adum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 32m.

How far is it from Bamako to Tamale?

The distance between Bamako and Tamale is 875 km. The road distance is 1126.6 km.

How do I travel from Bamako to Tamale without a car?

The best way to get from Bamako to Tamale without a car is to bus via Sokorodji Sirafara which takes 32h 32m and costs $55 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Bamako to Tamale?

It takes approximately 8h 2m to get from Bamako to Tamale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bamako to Tamale bus from?

Bamako to Tamale bus services, operated by Bani Transport, depart from Bamako Sogoniko station.

Bus or fly from Bamako to Tamale?

The best way to get from Bamako to Tamale is to fly which takes 8h 2m and costs $150 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus via Sokorodji Sirafara, which costs $55 - $75 and takes 32h 32m.

Where does the Bamako to Tamale bus arrive?

Bamako to Tamale bus services, operated by Bani Transport, arrive at Kumassi station.

Can I drive from Bamako to Tamale?

Yes, the driving distance between Bamako to Tamale is 1127 km. It takes approximately 18h 48m to drive from Bamako to Tamale.

Where can I stay near Tamale?

There are 26+ hotels available in Tamale.

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There are 5 ways to get from Bamako to Tamale by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Tamale
best
1. Fly from Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) to Tamale (TML)plane BKO - TML
8h 2m
$157–646
Bus via Sokorodji Sirafara
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bamako Sogoniko to Kumassibus Bani 8
2. Take the bus from Adum to Tamalebus
32h 32m
$59–75
Drive 1,126.6 km
1. Drive from Bamako to Tamalecar 1,126.6 km
18h 48m
$148–214
Fly to Ouagadougou Airport, drive
1. Fly from Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) to Ouagadougou Airport (OUA)plane BKO - OUA
2. Drive from Ouagadougou Airport (OUA) to Tamalecar
7h 3m
$403–1,054
Bus
1. Take the bus from Avenue de l'O.U.A to Kumasibus
2. Take the bus from Adum to Tamalebus
32h 32m
$64–80

Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) to Tamale (TML) flights

11Weekly Planes

8h 56mAverage Duration

$126Cheapest Price

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Distance: 874.9 km
Duration: 8h 2m

What companies run services between Bamako, Mali and Tamale, Ghana?

ASKY, Africa World Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) to Tamale (TML) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arrêt Sotrama to Tamale via Sokorodji Sirafara, Bamako Sogoniko, and Adum in around 32h 32m.

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