There are 2 ways to get from Timbuktu to Bamako by car or plane
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Timbuktu Airport (TOM) to Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) flights
Comparing Your Travel Options
The cheapest way to get from Timbuktu to Bamako is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 17h 13m.
The fastest way to get from Timbuktu to Bamako is to drive and fly which takes 6h 41m and costs $120 - $500.
The distance between Timbuktu and Bamako is 844 km. The road distance is 866.5 km.
It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Timbuktu to Bamako, including transfers.
Yes, the driving distance between Timbuktu to Bamako is 866 km. It takes approximately 17h 13m to drive from Timbuktu to Bamako.
There are 89+ hotels available in Bamako.
What companies run services between Timbuktu, Tombouctou Region, Mali and Bamako, Mali?
There is no direct connection from Timbuktu to Bamako. However, you can drive to Timbuktu Airport (TOM) airport, fly to Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO), then take the taxi to Bamako. Alternatively, you can drive from Timbuktu to Bamako in around 17h 13m.
- Website
- flyskymali.com
Flights from Timbuktu Airport to Bamako–Sénou International Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Tuesday
- Estimated price
- $65–420
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