What is the cheapest way to get from Burkina Faso to Cotonou?

The cheapest way to get from Burkina Faso to Cotonou is to bus which costs $59 and takes 15h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Burkina Faso to Cotonou?

The fastest way to get from Burkina Faso to Cotonou is to fly which takes 5h 31m and costs $340 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Burkina Faso and Cotonou?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ouagadougou and arriving at Cotonou. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 5m.

How far is it from Burkina Faso to Cotonou?

The distance between Burkina Faso and Cotonou is 802 km. The road distance is 1001.4 km.

How do I travel from Burkina Faso to Cotonou without a car?

The best way to get from Burkina Faso to Cotonou without a car is to bus which takes 15h 5m and costs $59.

How long does it take to get from Burkina Faso to Cotonou?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Burkina Faso to Cotonou, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burkina Faso to Cotonou bus from?

Burkina Faso to Cotonou bus services, operated by STM Voyageurs, depart from Ouagadougou station.

Bus or fly from Burkina Faso to Cotonou?

The best way to get from Burkina Faso to Cotonou is to fly which takes 5h 31m and costs $340 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59 and takes 15h 5m.

Where does the Burkina Faso to Cotonou bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Burkina Faso to Cotonou?

Yes, the driving distance between Burkina Faso to Cotonou is 1001 km. It takes approximately 14h 51m to drive from Burkina Faso to Cotonou.

Where can I stay near Cotonou?

There are 595+ hotels available in Cotonou.

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

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

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Fly to Cotonou
best
1. Fly from Ouagadougou Airport (OUA) to Cotonou (COO)plane OUA - COO
5h 31m
$346–857
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ouagadougou to Cotonoubus
15h 5m
$59
Drive 1,001.4 km
1. Drive from Ouagadougou to Cotonoucar 1,001.4 km
14h 51m
$101–146
Fly to Lagos, bus
1. Fly from Ouagadougou Airport (OUA) to Lagos (LOS)plane OUA - LOS
2. Take the bus from Lagos Maza Maza to Cotonoubus
8h 31m
$501–912

Ouagadougou Airport (OUA) to Cotonou (COO) flights

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6h 11mAverage Duration

$502Cheapest Price

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Distance: 802.1 km
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Burkina Faso and Cotonou, Benin?

Air Cote D'Ivoire, Air Burkina, and two other airlines fly from Ouagadougou Airport (OUA) to Cotonou (COO) once daily. Alternatively, STM Voyageurs operates a bus from Ouagadougou to Cotonou once daily. Tickets cost $40–65 and the journey takes 15h 5m. TSR Cotonou also services this route 3 times a week.

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