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

The cheapest way to get from Cotonou to Douala is to bus which costs $85 - $88 and takes 16h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cotonou to Douala is to fly which takes 3h 5m and costs $500 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Cotonou and Douala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cotonou and arriving at Bd de la Liberté. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 11m.

How far is it from Cotonou to Douala?

The distance between Cotonou and Douala is 863 km. The road distance is 1160.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cotonou to Douala without a car is to bus which takes 16h 11m and costs $85 - $88.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Cotonou to Douala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cotonou to Douala bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cotonou to Douala?

The best way to get from Cotonou to Douala is to fly which takes 3h 5m and costs $500 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $88 and takes 16h 11m.

Where does the Cotonou to Douala bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cotonou to Douala?

Yes, the driving distance between Cotonou to Douala is 1161 km. It takes approximately 18h 14m to drive from Cotonou to Douala.

Where can I stay near Douala?

There are 573+ hotels available in Douala.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Cotonou 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 5m
$503–754
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cotonou to Bd de la Libertébus
16h 11m
$85–88
Drive 1,160.9 km
1. Drive from Cotonou to Doualacar 1,160.9 km
18h 14m
$107–154
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
9h 13m
$369–860
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 43m

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

2Weekly Planes

1h 35mAverage Duration

$372Cheapest Price

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Distance: 863.3 km
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Cotonou, 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 $85–88 and the journey takes 16h 11m.

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