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How to get fromAbeokuta to Cotonouby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Abeokuta to Cotonou by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus via Apapa

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    1. Take the train from Abeokuta to Lagostrain train
    2. Take the bus from Lagos Maza Maza to Cotonoubus bus
    4h 30m
    $9–13

  2. Drive 170 km

    1. Drive from Abeokuta to Cotonoucar car 170 km
    3h 10m
    $15–21

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Abeokuta to Lagostrain train
    2. Take the bus from Jibowu to Cotonoubus bus
    4h 58m
    $12–19

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  • Distance: 215.5 km
  • Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Abeokuta, Nigeria and Cotonou, Benin?

There is no direct connection from Abeokuta to Cotonou. However, you can take the train to Lagos, take the taxi to Maza Maza, then take the bus to Cotonou. Alternatively, you can drive from Abeokuta to Cotonou in around 3h 10m.

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