What is the cheapest way to get from Portland to Timbuktu?

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Timbuktu is to train and fly and drive which costs $490 - $1,700 and takes 4 days 13h.

What is the fastest way to get from Portland to Timbuktu?

The fastest way to get from Portland to Timbuktu is to fly and drive which takes 3 days 0h and costs $650 - $2,200.

How far is it from Portland to Timbuktu?

The distance between Portland and Timbuktu is 11123 km.

How long does it take to get from Portland to Timbuktu?

It takes approximately 4 days 9h to get from Portland to Timbuktu, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Portland and Timbuktu?

Timbuktu is 8h ahead of Portland. It is currently 4:44 PM in Portland and 12:44 AM in Timbuktu.

Portland to Timbuktu - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Portland to Timbuktu by plane, car, or train

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

Fly Portland International Airport to Néma Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Néma Airport (EMN)plane PDX - EMN
2. Drive from Néma Airport (EMN) to Timbuktucar
4d 9h
$618–2,098
Train to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, fly to Néma Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Take the train from Portland to Tacomatrain
2. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Néma Airport (EMN)plane SEA - EMN
3. Drive from Néma Airport (EMN) to Timbuktucar
4d 13h
$493–1,659
Fly Portland International Airport to Gao International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Gao International Airport (GAQ)plane PDX - GAQ
2. Drive from Gao International Airport (GAQ) to Timbuktucar
3d 12h
$598–2,173
Train to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, fly to Gao International Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Portland to Tacomatrain
2. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Gao International Airport (GAQ)plane SEA - GAQ
3. Drive from Gao International Airport (GAQ) to Timbuktucar
3d 15h
$493–1,634
Fly Portland International Airport to Mopti Airport, drive
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Mopti Airport (MZI)plane PDX - MZI
2. Drive from Mopti Airport (MZI) to Timbuktucar
3d
$653–2,153

Portland International Airport (PDX) to Néma Airport (EMN) flights

3Weekly Planes

3d 20hAverage Duration

$559Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portland to Timbuktu.

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Distance: 11,123 km
Duration: 4d 9h

What companies run services between Portland, OR, USA and Timbuktu, Tombouctou Region, Mali?

There is no direct connection from Portland to Timbuktu. However, you can take the vehicle to Portland Int'l Airport station, walk to Portland International Airport (PDX) airport, fly to Néma Airport (EMN), then drive to Timbuktu. Alternatively, you can take the vehicle to Portland Int'l Airport station, walk to Portland International Airport (PDX) airport, fly to Gao International Airport (GAQ), then drive to Timbuktu.

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How to get fromPortland to Timbuktuby plane, car or train

There are 5 ways to get from Portland to Timbuktu by plane, car, or train

Fly Portland International Airport to Néma Airport, drive

Train to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, fly to Néma Airport, drive

Fly Portland International Airport to Gao International Airport, drive

Train to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, fly to Gao International Airport, drive

Fly Portland International Airport to Mopti Airport, drive