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

The cheapest way to get from Tamale to Benin is to bus which costs $40 - $60 and takes 17h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tamale to Benin is to fly which takes 3h 37m and costs $470 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Tamale and Benin?

No, there is no direct bus from Tamale to Benin. However, there are services departing from Tamale and arriving at Cotonou via Circle Bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 29m.

How far is it from Tamale to Benin?

The distance between Tamale and Benin is 687 km. The road distance is 666.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Tamale to Benin without a car is to bus which takes 17h 29m and costs $40 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Tamale to Benin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tamale to Benin bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Tamale to Benin?

The best way to get from Tamale to Benin is to bus which takes 17h 29m and costs $40 - $60. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $470 - $1,200 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Tamale to Benin bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Tamale and Benin?

Benin is 1h ahead of Tamale. It is currently 9:03 AM in Tamale and 10:03 AM in Benin.

Can I drive from Tamale to Benin?

Yes, the driving distance between Tamale to Benin is 666 km. It takes approximately 10h 39m to drive from Tamale to Benin.

Where can I stay near Benin?

There are 561+ hotels available in Benin.

Tamale to Benin - 5 ways to travel via plane, ferry, bus, and car

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

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Fly to Lagos, ferry
best
1. Fly from Tamale (TML) to Lagos (LOS)plane TML - LOS
2. Take the ferry from Kirikiri to Port Novoferry
7h 12m
Bus via Cotonou
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tamale to Accra Mainbus
2. Take the bus from Accra to Cotonoubus
20h 34m
$43–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tamale to Accra Mainbus
2. Take the bus from Circle Bus station to Cotonoubus
17h 29m
$44–56
Drive 666.2 km
1. Drive from Tamale to Abomey-Calavicar 666.2 km
10h 39m
$99–143
Fly to Cotonou
1. Fly from Tamale (TML) to Cotonou (COO)plane TML - COO
3h 37m
$473–1,116

Tamale (TML) to Lagos (LOS) flights

25Weekly Planes

4h 15mAverage Duration

$89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 686.5 km
Duration: 7h 12m

What companies run services between Tamale, Ghana and Benin?

You can take a bus from Tamale to Abomey-Calavi via Accra Main, Circle Bus station, and Cotonou in around 17h 29m. Alternatively, Africa World Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Tamale (TML) to Cotonou (COO) 4 times a week.

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