What is the cheapest way to get from Bamako to Lagos?

The cheapest way to get from Bamako to Lagos is to bus via Avenue de l'O.U.A which costs $60 - $85 and takes 35h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bamako to Lagos?

The fastest way to get from Bamako to Lagos is to fly and bus which takes 6h 3m and costs $550 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Bamako and Lagos?

No, there is no direct bus from Bamako to Lagos. However, there are services departing from Bamako and arriving at Jibowu via Cotonou. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 38m.

How far is it from Bamako to Lagos?

The distance between Bamako and Lagos is 1437 km. The road distance is 1873.5 km.

How do I travel from Bamako to Lagos without a car?

The best way to get from Bamako to Lagos without a car is to bus which takes 32h 38m and costs $85 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Bamako to Lagos?

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Bamako to Lagos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bamako to Lagos bus from?

Bamako to Lagos bus services, operated by STM Voyageurs, depart from Bamako station.

Bus or fly from Bamako to Lagos?

The best way to get from Bamako to Lagos is to fly which takes 7h 3m and costs $650 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $120 and takes 32h 38m.

Where does the Bamako to Lagos bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Bamako and Lagos?

Lagos is 1h ahead of Bamako. It is currently 7:00 PM in Bamako and 8:00 PM in Lagos.

Can I drive from Bamako to Lagos?

Yes, the driving distance between Bamako to Lagos is 1874 km. It takes approximately 29h 21m to drive from Bamako to Lagos.

Where can I stay near Lagos?

There are 2327+ hotels available in Lagos.

Bamako to Lagos - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bamako to Lagos by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Lagos
best
1. Fly from Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) to Lagos (LOS)plane BKO - LOS
7h 3m
$680–1,037
Bus via Avenue de l'O.U.A
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Avenue de l'O.U.A to Cotonoubus
2. Take the bus from Cotonou to Jibowubus
35h 2m
$63–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bamako to Cotonoubus
2. Take the bus from Cotonou to Jibowubus
32h 38m
$86–116
Drive 1,873.5 km
1. Drive from Bamako to Lagoscar 1,873.5 km
29h 21m
$215–310
Fly to Cotonou, bus
1. Fly from Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) to Cotonou (COO)plane BKO - COO
2. Take the bus from Cotonou to Lagos Maza Mazabus
6h 3m
$589–1,048

Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) to Lagos (LOS) flights

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7h 12mAverage Duration

$132Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,436.5 km
Duration: 7h 3m

What companies run services between Bamako, Mali and Lagos, Nigeria?

Air Cote D'Ivoire, ASKY, and two other airlines fly from Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) to Lagos (LOS) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bamako to Oyingbo via Cotonou, Jibowu, and Yaba in around 32h 38m.

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