What is the cheapest way to get from Mali to Nigeria?

The cheapest way to get from Mali to Nigeria is to bus via Avenue de l'O.U.A which costs $65 - $90 and takes 34h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mali to Nigeria?

The fastest way to get from Mali to Nigeria is to fly and bus which takes 5h 39m and costs $550 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Mali and Nigeria?

No, there is no direct bus from Mali to Nigeria. However, there are services departing from Bamako and arriving at Maza Maza International via Cotonou. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 20m.

How far is it from Mali to Nigeria?

The distance between Mali and Nigeria is 1437 km. The road distance is 1873.5 km.

How do I travel from Mali to Nigeria without a car?

The best way to get from Mali to Nigeria without a car is to bus which takes 31h 20m and costs $85 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Mali to Nigeria?

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Mali to Nigeria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mali to Nigeria bus from?

Mali to Nigeria bus services, operated by STM Voyageurs, depart from Bamako station.

Bus or fly from Mali to Nigeria?

The best way to get from Mali to Nigeria is to fly which takes 7h 3m and costs $650 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $120 and takes 31h 20m.

Where does the Mali to Nigeria bus arrive?

Mali to Nigeria bus services, operated by STM Voyageurs, arrive at Cotonou station.

What is the time difference between Mali and Nigeria?

Nigeria is 1h ahead of Mali. It is currently 12:49 AM in Mali and 1:49 AM in Nigeria.

Can I drive from Mali to Nigeria?

Yes, the driving distance between Mali to Nigeria is 1874 km. It takes approximately 29h 21m to drive from Mali to Nigeria.

Where can I stay near Nigeria?

There are 2351+ hotels available in Nigeria.

Mali to Nigeria - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Mali to Nigeria by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Lagos
best
1. Fly from Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) to Lagos (LOS)plane BKO - LOS
7h 3m
$680–1,037
Bus via Avenue de l'O.U.A
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Avenue de l'O.U.A to Cotonoubus
2. Take the bus from Cotonou to Maza Maza Internationalbus
34h 8m
$65–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bamako to Cotonoubus
2. Take the bus from Cotonou to Maza Maza Internationalbus
31h 20m
$86–118
Drive 1,873.5 km
1. Drive from Bamako to Lagoscar 1,873.5 km
29h 21m
$215–310
Fly to Cotonou, bus
1. Fly from Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) to Cotonou (COO)plane BKO - COO
2. Take the bus from Cotonou to Lagos Maza Mazabus
5h 39m
$588–1,047
Fly to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport
1. Fly from Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)plane BKO - ABV
8h 44m
$579–1,435

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

15Weekly Planes

7h 12mAverage Duration

$132Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,436.5 km
Duration: 7h 3m

What companies run services between Mali and Nigeria?

Air Cote D'Ivoire, ASKY, and two other airlines fly from Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) to Lagos (LOS) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bamako to Lagos via Cotonou and Maza Maza in around 31h 20m.

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