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

The cheapest way to get from Lagos to Bamako is to bus via Avenue de l'O.U.A which costs $60 - $90 and takes 34h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lagos to Bamako is to fly which takes 7h 1m and costs $650 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Lagos and Bamako?

No, there is no direct bus from Lagos to Bamako. However, there are services departing from Jibowu and arriving at Bamako via Cotonou. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 44m.

How far is it from Lagos to Bamako?

The distance between Lagos and Bamako is 1438 km. The road distance is 1877.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lagos to Bamako without a car is to bus which takes 32h 44m and costs $80 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Lagos to Bamako, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lagos to Bamako bus from?

Lagos to Bamako bus services, operated by Chisco Transport, depart from Jibowu station.

Bus or fly from Lagos to Bamako?

The best way to get from Lagos to Bamako is to fly which takes 7h 1m and costs $650 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $120 and takes 32h 44m.

Where does the Lagos to Bamako bus arrive?

Lagos to Bamako bus services, operated by Chisco Transport, arrive at Cotonou station.

What is the time difference between Lagos and Bamako?

Bamako is 1h behind Lagos. It is currently 2:51 PM in Lagos and 1:51 PM in Bamako.

Can I drive from Lagos to Bamako?

Yes, the driving distance between Lagos to Bamako is 1878 km. It takes approximately 29h 4m to drive from Lagos to Bamako.

Where can I stay near Bamako?

There are 95+ hotels available in Bamako.

Lagos to Bamako - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lagos to Bamako by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Lagos (LOS) to Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO)plane LOS - BKO
7h 1m
$682–1,043
Bus via Avenue de l'O.U.A
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jibowu to Cotonoubus
2. Take the bus from Cotonou to Avenue de l'O.U.Abus
34h 15m
$62–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jibowu to Cotonoubus
2. Take the bus from Cotonou to Bamakobus
32h 44m
$82–116
Drive 1,877.9 km
1. Drive from Lagos to Bamakocar 1,877.9 km
29h 4m
$215–310

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

12Weekly Planes

7h 22mAverage Duration

$130Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,438.5 km
Duration: 7h 1m

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

Air Cote D'Ivoire, ASKY, and four other airlines fly from Lagos (LOS) to Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Lagos to Bamako via Oyingbo, Yaba, Jibowu, and Cotonou in around 32h 44m.

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