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Bafilo, Kara, Togo – Togo Flag

Current Date And Time In Bafilo, Togo

Sunday, 26 July 2026
18:17:40 GMT
State: Kara
Currency: West African CFA Franc (XOF)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Population: 22,543

✈️ Bafilo, Kara, Togo - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Bafilo, Kara, Togo using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Bafilo.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Bafilo with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Bafilo — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Togo, which includes Bafilo, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Togo before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Togo's time zone +00:00, country calling code +228 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .TG. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Bafilo.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+00:00
📞 Country Calling Code+228
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.TG

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Togo — police 117, ambulance 8200, fire brigade 118. Store these in your phone before you reach Bafilo. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Bafilo.

🚔
Police
117
🚑
Ambulance
8200
🚒
Fire
118

📊 Togo At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Togo — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.539
Low
👤
Life Expectancy
62.9
years
📚
Literacy Rate
72.6%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$1,119
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
2.0%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Togo development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Bafilo for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Bafilo
International Airport • LRL
Niamtougou International Airport
Niamtougou, TG
50
km away

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Bafilo's exact coordinates, or Kara's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Bafilo From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Bafilo to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
Paris (France)4,394 km2,730 mi~ 5h 55m
London (United Kingdom)4,689 km2,914 mi~ 6h 16m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)5,956 km3,701 mi~ 7h 45m
New York (United States)8,092 km5,028 mi~ 10h 16m
Toronto (Canada)8,541 km5,307 mi~ 10h 48m
Singapore (Singapore)11,359 km7,058 mi~ 14h 07m
Los Angeles (United States)12,027 km7,473 mi~ 14h 54m
Tokyo (Japan)13,376 km8,312 mi~ 16h 29m
Sydney (Australia)15,912 km9,887 mi~ 19h 28m
Auckland (New Zealand)16,888 km10,494 mi~ 20h 37m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Bafilo, Togo is set to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) with a current offset of UTC +00:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Bafilo requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneGreenwich Mean Time (GMT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +00:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time6:17 PM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Bafilo to Major World Cities

It is currently 6:17 PM on Sunday in Bafilo. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Bafilo right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Bafilo
New York (United States)Sun, 2:17 PM4h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sun, 11:17 AM7h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sun, 2:17 PM4h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sun, 7:17 PM1h ahead
Paris (France)Sun, 8:17 PM2h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sun, 10:17 PM4h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Mon, 2:17 AM8h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Mon, 3:17 AM9h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Mon, 4:17 AM10h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Mon, 6:17 AM12h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Bafilo — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Bafilo is the West African CFA franc (XOF), written as Fr. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
Fr 576.72
XOF
€ 1 Euro
Fr 655.96
XOF
£ 1 British Pound
Fr 768.16
XOF
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
Fr 402.55
XOF
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
Fr 408.95
XOF

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 26, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Bafilo

Knowing which languages are used in Bafilo helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
French
National language(s):
EweKabiyè

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Bafilo. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Kara (Kara, Togo)15 mi24 kmNNW
⬆️
Ouaké (Donga, Benin)23 mi37 kmNNE
⬆️
Tchamba (Centrale, Togo)24 mi39 kmSSE
⬆️
Sokodé (Centrale, Togo)27 mi43 kmSSW
⬆️
Pagouda (Kara, Togo)28 mi45 kmNorth (N)
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Bafilo

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Bafilo is the Colosseum (Italy), about 3,781 km away. Straight-line distances from Bafilo to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
ColosseumRome, Italy3,781 km2,350 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan4,240 km2,634 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil6,027 km3,745 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India8,233 km5,115 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru8,523 km5,296 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico9,625 km5,981 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China11,353 km7,054 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Bafilo shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Kara and Togo. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Kara Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Kara, including major hub cities.
✈️ Togo Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Togo.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Bafilo, Togo runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type C/E socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Bafilo and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Bafilo.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
EType E: Two round pins + hole
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🧭 Bafilo's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Bafilo

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Bafilo. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Bafilo — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Bafilo

Bafilo keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Togo. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Bafilo

The closest airport to Bafilo is Niamtougou International Airport (LRL), about 50 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Bafilo From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Bafilo needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Bafilo gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Bafilo

Bafilo rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Bafilo — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Bafilo

ℹ️ Bafilo OverviewSee the full profile of Bafilo — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Bafilo MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Bafilo for distance and direction.
💰 Bafilo CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Bafilo

What side of the road do people drive on in Bafilo?

Bafilo, like the rest of Togo, drives on the Right. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Bafilo use?

Bafilo runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type C/E sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Bafilo?

In Bafilo, reach police on 117, ambulance on 8200, fire brigade on 118. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Bafilo?

Niamtougou International Airport (LRL) is the nearest airport to Bafilo, about 50 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Bafilo in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Bafilo runs on Greenwich Mean Time (UTC +00:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Bafilo?

Bafilo shares the official and regional languages of Kara and Togo — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Bafilo?

No — Bafilo uses the West African CFA franc (XOF), symbol Fr. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Bafilo currency page for live rates.