What is the cheapest way to get from Tamale to Apapa?

The cheapest way to get from Tamale to Apapa is to bus via Godomey which costs $45 - $65 and takes 20h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tamale to Apapa?

The fastest way to get from Tamale to Apapa is to fly which takes 4h 7m and costs $80 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Tamale and Apapa?

No, there is no direct bus from Tamale to Apapa. However, there are services departing from Tamale and arriving at Maza Maza International via Circle Bus station and Cotonou. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 30m.

How far is it from Tamale to Apapa?

The distance between Tamale and Apapa is 606 km. The road distance is 719.9 km.

How do I travel from Tamale to Apapa without a car?

The best way to get from Tamale to Apapa without a car is to bus via Godomey which takes 20h 30m and costs $45 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Tamale to Apapa?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Tamale to Apapa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tamale to Apapa bus from?

Tamale to Apapa bus services, operated by Intercity STC Coaches, depart from Tamale station.

Bus or fly from Tamale to Apapa?

The best way to get from Tamale to Apapa is to fly which takes 4h 7m and costs $80 - $450. Alternatively, you can bus via Godomey, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 20h 30m.

Where does the Tamale to Apapa bus arrive?

Tamale to Apapa bus services, operated by Intercity STC Coaches, arrive at Accra Main station.

What is the time difference between Tamale and Apapa?

Apapa is 1h ahead of Tamale. It is currently 8:15 AM in Tamale and 9:15 AM in Apapa.

Can I drive from Tamale to Apapa?

Yes, the driving distance between Tamale to Apapa is 720 km. It takes approximately 12h 9m to drive from Tamale to Apapa.

Where can I stay near Apapa?

There are 1586+ hotels available in Apapa.

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There are 5 ways to get from Tamale to Apapa by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Tamale (TML) to Lagos (LOS)plane TML - LOS
4h 7m
$82–444
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tamale to Accra Mainbus
2. Take the bus from Accra to Maza Maza Internationalbus
20h 51m
$30–93
Bus via Godomey
1. Take the bus from Tamale to Accra Mainbus
2. Take the bus from Circle Bus station to Cotonoubus
3. Take the bus from Cotonou to Maza Maza Internationalbus
20h 30m
$49–64
Drive 719.9 km
1. Drive from Tamale to Apapacar 719.9 km
12h 9m
$95–137
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Tamale to Accra Mainbus
2. Take the bus from Accra to Lagos Jibowubus
26h 33m
$48–93

Tamale (TML) to Lagos (LOS) flights

22Weekly Planes

4h 26mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 606 km
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Tamale, Ghana and Apapa, Lagos State, Nigeria?

Africa World Airlines, Passion Air, and Air Cote D'Ivoire fly from Tamale (TML) to Lagos (LOS) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tamale to Apapa via Accra Main, Circle Bus station, Cotonou, and Maza Maza in around 20h 30m.

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