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

The cheapest way to get from Abuja to Tamale is to shuttle and bus which costs $85 - $110 and takes 35h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Abuja to Tamale is to fly which takes 6h 32m and costs $290 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Abuja and Tamale?

No, there is no direct bus from Abuja to Tamale. However, there are services departing from Abuja and arriving at Tamale via Jibowu and Accra Main. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 4m.

How far is it from Abuja to Tamale?

The distance between Abuja and Tamale is 941 km. The road distance is 1113.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Abuja to Tamale without a car is to bus which takes 30h 4m and costs $55 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Abuja to Tamale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Abuja to Tamale bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Abuja to Tamale?

The best way to get from Abuja to Tamale is to fly which takes 6h 32m and costs $290 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $160 and takes 30h 4m.

Where does the Abuja to Tamale bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Abuja and Tamale?

Tamale is 1h behind Abuja. It is currently 10:20 AM in Abuja and 9:20 AM in Tamale.

Can I drive from Abuja to Tamale?

Yes, the driving distance between Abuja to Tamale is 1114 km. It takes approximately 19h 58m to drive from Abuja to Tamale.

Where can I stay near Tamale?

There are 20+ hotels available in Tamale.

Abuja to Tamale - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Abuja to Tamale by plane, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Tamale (TML)plane ABV - TML
6h 32m
$294–785
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Abuja to Jibowu Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Jibowu to Accrabus
3. Take the bus from Accra Main to Tamalebus
30h 4m
$60–152
Drive 1,113.7 km
1. Drive from Abuja to Tamalecar 1,113.7 km
19h 58m
$147–212
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Abuja to Lagos Jibowushuttle
2. Take the bus from Jibowu to Cotonoubus
3. Take the bus from Cotonou to Circle Bus stationbus
4. Take the bus from Accra Main to Tamalebus
35h 52m
$87–101

Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Tamale (TML) flights

18Weekly Planes

4h 37mAverage Duration

$284Cheapest Price

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Distance: 940.5 km
Duration: 6h 32m

What companies run services between Abuja, Nigeria and Tamale, Ghana?

Africa World Airlines and United Nigeria Airlines fly from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Tamale (TML) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Abuja to Tamale via Abuja, Jibowu Terminal, Jibowu, and Accra Main in around 30h 4m.

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