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

The cheapest way to get from Cotonou to Nouakchott is to bus which costs $85 - $130 and takes 2 days 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cotonou to Nouakchott is to fly which takes 10h 31m and costs $490 - $1,900.

Is there a direct bus between Cotonou and Nouakchott?

No, there is no direct bus from Cotonou to Nouakchott. However, there are services departing from Cotonou and arriving at Nouakchott via Abou Ka Yoro and Bamako. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 3h.

How far is it from Cotonou to Nouakchott?

The distance between Cotonou and Nouakchott is 2434 km. The road distance is 3128.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cotonou to Nouakchott without a car is to bus via Nouakchott which takes 2 days 3h and costs $140 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 10h 31m to get from Cotonou to Nouakchott, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cotonou to Nouakchott bus from?

Cotonou to Nouakchott bus services, operated by STM Voyageurs, depart from Cotonou station.

Bus or fly from Cotonou to Nouakchott?

The best way to get from Cotonou to Nouakchott is to fly which takes 10h 31m and costs $490 - $1,900. Alternatively, you can bus via Nouakchott, which costs $140 - $180 and takes 2 days 3h.

Where does the Cotonou to Nouakchott bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cotonou to Nouakchott?

Yes, the driving distance between Cotonou to Nouakchott is 3129 km. It takes approximately 2 days 3h to drive from Cotonou to Nouakchott.

Where can I stay near Nouakchott?

There are 74+ hotels available in Nouakchott.

Cotonou to Nouakchott - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Cotonou to Nouakchott by plane, bus, or car

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Fly from Cotonou
best
1. Fly from Cotonou (COO) to Nouakchott (NKC)plane COO - NKC
10h 31m
$499–1,824
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cotonou to Avenue de l'O.U.Abus
2. Take the bus from Bamako Sogoniko to Nouakchottbus Nou 10
2d 8h
$86–123
Bus via Nouakchott
1. Take the bus from Cotonou to Bamakobus
2. Take the bus from Bamako to Nouakchottbus
2d 3h
$145–171
Drive 3,128.8 km
1. Drive from Cotonou to Nouakchottcar 3,128.8 km
2d 3h
$265–383
Bus to Lomé–Tokoin Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Cotonou to Lomébus
2. Fly from Lomé–Tokoin Airport (LFW) to Nouakchott (NKC)plane LFW - NKC
10h 44m
Bus to Lagos, fly
1. Take the bus from Cotonou to Lagos Maza Mazabus
2. Fly from Lagos (LOS) to Nouakchott (NKC)plane LOS - NKC
15h 59m
$215–930
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cotonou to Bamakobus
2. Take the bus from Bamako Sogoniko to Nouakchottbus Nou 10
2d 7h
$108–153

Cotonou (COO) to Nouakchott (NKC) flights

6Weekly Planes

12h 47mAverage Duration

$487Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,433.9 km
Duration: 10h 31m

What companies run services between Cotonou, Benin and Nouakchott, Mauritania?

Royal Air Maroc and Mauritania Airlines fly from Cotonou (COO) to Nouakchott (NKC) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cotonou to Nouakchott via Bamako, Abou Ka Yoro, Sonef, Bamako, and Nouakchott in around 2d 3h.

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