What is the cheapest way to get from Benin to Douala?

The cheapest way to get from Benin to Douala is to bus which costs $94 - $99 and takes 16h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Benin to Douala?

The fastest way to get from Benin to Douala is to fly which takes 3h 11m and costs $460 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Benin and Douala?

No, there is no direct bus from Benin to Douala. However, there are services departing from Cotonou and arriving at Bd de la Liberté via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 25m.

How far is it from Benin to Douala?

The distance between Benin and Douala is 867 km. The road distance is 1177.6 km.

How do I travel from Benin to Douala without a car?

The best way to get from Benin to Douala without a car is to bus which takes 16h 25m and costs $94 - $99.

How long does it take to get from Benin to Douala?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Benin to Douala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Benin to Douala bus from?

Benin to Douala bus services, operated by Afrique Con, depart from Cotonou station.

Bus or fly from Benin to Douala?

The best way to get from Benin to Douala is to fly which takes 3h 11m and costs $460 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $94 - $99 and takes 16h 25m.

Where does the Benin to Douala bus arrive?

Benin to Douala bus services, operated by Afrique Con, arrive at Bd de la Liberté station.

Can I drive from Benin to Douala?

Yes, the driving distance between Benin to Douala is 1178 km. It takes approximately 18h 29m to drive from Benin to Douala.

Where can I stay near Douala?

There are 599+ hotels available in Douala.

Benin to Douala - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Benin to Douala by plane, bus, or car

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Fly from Cotonou
best
1. Fly from Cotonou (COO) to Douala International Airport (DLA)plane COO - DLA
3h 11m
$464–805
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cotonou to Bd de la Libertébus
16h 25m
$94–98
Drive 1,177.6 km
1. Drive from Abomey-Calavi to Doualacar 1,177.6 km
18h 29m
$109–157
Bus to Lomé–Tokoin Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Cotonou to Lomébus
2. Fly from Lomé–Tokoin Airport (LFW) to Douala International Airport (DLA)plane LFW - DLA
7h 44m
$385–868
Bus to Lagos, fly
1. Take the bus from Cotonou to Lagos Maza Mazabus
2. Fly from Lagos (LOS) to Douala International Airport (DLA)plane LOS - DLA
8h 52m
$373–865

Cotonou (COO) to Douala International Airport (DLA) flights

2Weekly Planes

1h 35mAverage Duration

$335Cheapest Price

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Distance: 867.1 km
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Benin and Douala, Cameroon?

Air Senegal flies from Cotonou (COO) to Douala International Airport (DLA) twice a week. Alternatively, Afrique Con operates a bus from Cotonou to Bd de la Liberté twice daily. Tickets cost $88–91 and the journey takes 16h 11m.

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