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

The cheapest way to get from Abuja to Cotonou is to bus via Lagos which costs $21 - $55 and takes 15h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Abuja to Cotonou is to fly which takes 5h 33m and costs $500 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Abuja and Cotonou?

No, there is no direct bus from Abuja to Cotonou. However, there are services departing from Abuja and arriving at Cotonou via Jibowu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 27m.

How far is it from Abuja to Cotonou?

The distance between Abuja and Cotonou is 647 km. The road distance is 793.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Abuja to Cotonou without a car is to bus which takes 11h 27m and costs $45 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Abuja to Cotonou, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Abuja to Cotonou bus from?

Abuja to Cotonou bus services, operated by ABC Transport, depart from Abuja station.

Bus or fly from Abuja to Cotonou?

The best way to get from Abuja to Cotonou is to fly which takes 5h 33m and costs $500 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $75 and takes 11h 27m.

Where does the Abuja to Cotonou bus arrive?

Abuja to Cotonou bus services, operated by ABC Transport, arrive at Jibowu Terminal station.

Can I drive from Abuja to Cotonou?

Yes, the driving distance between Abuja to Cotonou is 793 km. It takes approximately 11h 37m to drive from Abuja to Cotonou.

Where can I stay near Cotonou?

There are 569+ hotels available in Cotonou.

Abuja to Cotonou - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Abuja to Cotonou by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Cotonou
best
1. Fly from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Cotonou (COO)plane ABV - COO
5h 33m
$520–736
Bus via Lagos
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Utako to Jibowubus
2. Take the bus from Jibowu to Cotonoubus
15h 38m
$21–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Abuja to Jibowu Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Jibowu to Cotonoubus
11h 27m
$46–75
Drive 793.2 km
1. Drive from Abuja to Cotonoucar 793.2 km
11h 37m
$92–132
Fly to Lagos, bus
1. Fly from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Lagos (LOS)plane ABV - LOS
2. Take the bus from Lagos Maza Maza to Cotonoubus
5h 39m
$82–106
Fly to Lomé–Tokoin Airport, bus
1. Fly from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Lomé–Tokoin Airport (LFW)plane ABV - LFW
2. Take the bus from Gare de Lomé to Cotonoubus
7h 4m
$493–699

Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Cotonou (COO) flights

9Weekly Planes

3h 35mAverage Duration

$79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 646.9 km
Duration: 5h 33m

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

Level, Afrijet, and five other airlines fly from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Cotonou (COO) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Abuja to Cotonou via Abuja, Jibowu Terminal, and Jibowu in around 11h 27m.

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