What is the cheapest way to get from Dakar to Nouakchott?

The cheapest way to get from Dakar to Nouakchott is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 8h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dakar to Nouakchott?

The fastest way to get from Dakar to Nouakchott is to bus and fly which takes 4h 27m and costs $280 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Dakar and Nouakchott?

No, there is no direct bus from Dakar to Nouakchott. However, there are services departing from Place de la nation and arriving at Nouakchott via Dakar, Banjul, Niamakoro Sirafara, Abou Ka Yoro and Bamako. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 5h.

How far is it from Dakar to Nouakchott?

The distance between Dakar and Nouakchott is 513 km. The road distance is 486.1 km.

How do I travel from Dakar to Nouakchott without a car?

The best way to get from Dakar to Nouakchott without a car is to bus via Bamako which takes 2 days 5h and costs $145 - $155.

How long does it take to get from Dakar to Nouakchott?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Dakar to Nouakchott, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dakar to Nouakchott bus from?

Dakar to Nouakchott bus services, operated by Gambia Transport Service Company, depart from Dakar station.

Where does the Dakar to Nouakchott bus arrive?

Dakar to Nouakchott bus services, operated by Gambia Transport Service Company, arrive at Banjul station.

Can I drive from Dakar to Nouakchott?

Yes, the driving distance between Dakar to Nouakchott is 486 km. It takes approximately 8h 23m to drive from Dakar to Nouakchott.

Where can I stay near Nouakchott?

There are 78+ hotels available in Nouakchott.

Dakar to Nouakchott - 4 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dakar to Nouakchott by bus, plane, or car

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Dakar to Dakar AIBDbus
2. Fly from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Nouakchott (NKC)plane DSS - NKC
4h 27m
$287–982
Drive 486.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dakar to Nouakchottcar 486.1 km
8h 23m
$61–88
Bus via Bamako
1. Take the bus from Dakar to Banjulbus
2. Take the bus from Banjul to Avenue de l'O.U.Abus
3. Take the bus from Bamako to Nouakchottbus
2d 5h
$146–154
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dakar to Banjulbus
2. Take the bus from Banjul to Avenue de l'O.U.Abus
3. Take the bus from Bamako Sogoniko to Nouakchottbus
2d 9h
$106–133

Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Nouakchott (NKC) flights

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1h 3mAverage Duration

$244Cheapest Price

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Distance: 512.7 km
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Dakar, Senegal and Nouakchott, Mauritania?

You can take a bus from Place de la nation to Nouakchott via Croisement 22, Dakar, Banjul, Banjul, Avenue de l'O.U.A, Niamakoro Sirafara, Xtigi Mobile, Abou Ka Yoro, Sonef, Bamako, and Nouakchott in around 2d 5h.

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