What is the cheapest way to get from Abidjan to Cotonou?

The cheapest way to get from Abidjan to Cotonou is to bus which costs $35 - $70 and takes 14h.

What is the fastest way to get from Abidjan to Cotonou?

The fastest way to get from Abidjan to Cotonou is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $250 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Abidjan and Cotonou?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gare Nord Adjamé and arriving at Cotonou. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h.

How far is it from Abidjan to Cotonou?

The distance between Abidjan and Cotonou is 742 km. The road distance is 869.6 km.

How do I travel from Abidjan to Cotonou without a car?

The best way to get from Abidjan to Cotonou without a car is to bus which takes 14h and costs $35 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Abidjan to Cotonou?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Abidjan to Cotonou, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Abidjan to Cotonou bus from?

Abidjan to Cotonou bus services, operated by STM Voyageurs, depart from Gare Nord Adjamé station.

Bus or fly from Abidjan to Cotonou?

The best way to get from Abidjan to Cotonou is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $250 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $70 and takes 14h.

Where does the Abidjan to Cotonou bus arrive?

Abidjan to Cotonou bus services, operated by STM Voyageurs, arrive at Cotonou station.

Can I drive from Abidjan to Cotonou?

Yes, the driving distance between Abidjan to Cotonou is 870 km. It takes approximately 12h 57m to drive from Abidjan to Cotonou.

Where can I stay near Cotonou?

There are 567+ hotels available in Cotonou.

Abidjan to Cotonou - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Abidjan to Cotonou by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Cotonou
best
1. Fly from Port Bouet Airport (ABJ) to Cotonou (COO)plane ABJ - COO
4h 1m
$253–704
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gare Nord Adjamé to Cotonoubus
14h
$35–70
Drive 869.6 km
1. Drive from Abidjan to Cotonoucar 869.6 km
12h 57m
$74–107
Fly to Lagos, bus
1. Fly from Port Bouet Airport (ABJ) to Lagos (LOS)plane ABJ - LOS
2. Take the bus from Lagos Maza Maza to Cotonoubus
6h 57m
$359–560

Abidjan to Cotonou by bus

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14hAverage Duration

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Distance: 742.4 km
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Abidjan, Ivory Coast and Cotonou, Benin?

Air Senegal, Air Cote D'Ivoire, and Corsairfly fly from Port Bouet Airport (ABJ) to Cotonou (COO) twice daily. Alternatively, STM Voyageurs operates a bus from Gare Nord Adjamé to Cotonou 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–70 and the journey takes 14h. Ema Transport also services this route twice daily.

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