Distance from Lyon to Bamako

The distance between Lyon, France and Bamako, Mali is 3,876 km (2,408 miles) in a straight line. If a road route exists, expect roughly 4844 km (3010 miles) by car — around 60 h 33 min of driving.

Measure Value
Straight-line distance 3,876 km / 2,408 mi
Road distance (estimate) ≈ 4844 km / 3010 mi
Driving time (estimate) ≈ 60 h 33 min
Flight time (estimate) ≈ 5 h 4 min

Road distance and travel times are estimates based on the straight-line distance (road factor 1.25, average speed 80 km/h) — actual routes vary.

Place Latitude Longitude
Lyon, France 45.767634724 4.835037488
Bamako, Mali 12.652254 -7.9817046

Frequently asked questions

How far is Bamako from Lyon?

The straight-line (air) distance from Lyon, France to Bamako, Mali is 3,876 km (2,408 miles). By road it is roughly 4844 km (3010 miles), depending on the route.

How long does it take to drive from Lyon to Bamako?

Approximately 60 h 33 min, assuming an 80 km/h average over an estimated road distance of 4844 km. Actual time depends on the route, traffic and border crossings.

How long is the flight from Lyon to Bamako?

A direct flight covers 3,876 km in about 5 h 4 min at typical cruise speed, plus airport time. Not all city pairs have direct flights.

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