What is the cheapest way to get from The Gambia to Mali?

The cheapest way to get from The Gambia to Mali is to bus which costs $50 - $65 and takes 21h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from The Gambia to Mali?

The fastest way to get from The Gambia to Mali is to fly which takes 4h 17m and costs $500 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between The Gambia and Mali?

No, there is no direct bus from The Gambia to Mali. However, there are services departing from Banjul and arriving at Pharmacie via Niamakoro Sirafara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 40m.

How far is it from The Gambia to Mali?

The distance between The Gambia and Mali is 972 km. The road distance is 1142.8 km.

How do I travel from The Gambia to Mali without a car?

The best way to get from The Gambia to Mali without a car is to bus which takes 21h 40m and costs $50 - $65.

How long does it take to get from The Gambia to Mali?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from The Gambia to Mali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the The Gambia to Mali bus from?

The Gambia to Mali bus services, operated by Africa Tours Trans, depart from Banjul station.

Bus or fly from The Gambia to Mali?

The best way to get from The Gambia to Mali is to fly which takes 4h 17m and costs $500 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $65 and takes 21h 40m.

Where does the The Gambia to Mali bus arrive?

The Gambia to Mali bus services, operated by Africa Tours Trans, arrive at Avenue de l'O.U.A station.

Can I drive from The Gambia to Mali?

Yes, the driving distance between The Gambia to Mali is 1143 km. It takes approximately 19h 3m to drive from The Gambia to Mali.

Where can I stay near Mali?

There are 90+ hotels available in Mali.

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There are 3 ways to get from The Gambia to Mali by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Banjul (BJL) to Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO)plane BJL - BKO
4h 17m
$531–991
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Banjul to Avenue de l'O.U.Abus
21h 40m
$51–61
Drive 1,142.8 km
1. Drive from Serekunda to Bamakocar 1,142.8 km
19h 3m
$155–223

Banjul (BJL) to Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) flights

9Weekly Planes

5h 58mAverage Duration

$416Cheapest Price

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Distance: 971.7 km
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between The Gambia and Mali?

Air Senegal, Ethiopian Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Banjul (BJL) to Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) once daily. Alternatively, Africa Tours Trans operates a bus from Banjul to Avenue de l'O.U.A twice a week. Tickets cost $50–60 and the journey takes 21h.

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