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

The cheapest way to get from Dakar to Nairobi is to bus and fly which costs $400 - $1,200 and takes 21h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dakar to Nairobi is to bus and fly which takes 14h 49m and costs $400 - $1,300.

How far is it from Dakar to Nairobi?

The distance between Dakar and Nairobi is 6285 km. The road distance is 7962.7 km.

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

It takes approximately 14h 49m to get from Dakar to Nairobi, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Dakar and Nairobi?

Nairobi is 3h ahead of Dakar. It is currently 3:18 PM in Dakar and 6:18 PM in Nairobi.

Can I drive from Dakar to Nairobi?

Yes, the driving distance between Dakar to Nairobi is 7963 km. It takes approximately 5 days 20h to drive from Dakar to Nairobi.

Where can I stay near Nairobi?

There are 8470+ hotels available in Nairobi.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus to Blaise Diagne International Airport, fly to Nairobi
best
1. Take the bus from Dakar to Dakar AIBDbus
2. Fly from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Nairobi (NBO)plane DSS - NBO
14h 49m
$402–1,213
Bus to Blaise Diagne International Airport, fly to Nairobi Wilson Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dakar to Dakar AIBDbus
2. Fly from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)plane DSS - WIL
21h 42m
$401–1,112
Drive 7,962.7 km
1. Drive from Dakar to Nairobicar 7,962.7 km
5d 20h
$997–1,439
Bus to Banjul, fly to Nairobi
1. Take the bus from Parcelles Assainies Terminus to GTSC Kanifing Bus Stnbus
2. Fly from Banjul (BJL) to Nairobi (NBO)plane BJL - NBO
22h 46m
$627–1,228

Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Nairobi (NBO) flights

7Weekly Planes

10h 12mAverage Duration

$397Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dakar to Nairobi.

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Distance: 6,284.7 km
Duration: 14h 49m

What companies run services between Dakar, Senegal and Nairobi, Kenya?

There is no direct connection from Dakar to Nairobi. However, you can take the bus to Cardinal Hyacinthe Thiandoum, walk to Dakar, take the bus to Dakar AIBD, walk to Blaise-Diagne-Airport-DSS airport, fly to Nairobi (NBO), walk to JKIA - Passenger Boarding, then take the bus to Kencom/Ambassadeur. Alternatively, you can drive from Dakar to Nairobi in around 5d 20h.

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