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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cotonou to Tamale

Composite routes from Cotonou to Tamale

Cheapest
11 h 6 min
Car
689 km.
from $37
Other
14 h 40 min
492 km.
from $37.17
8 h 3 min
Bus, Plane
491 km.
from $10.87
9 h 58 min
Bus, Plane
491 km.
from $153.70
18 h 27 min
492 km.
from $37.22

Transport providers

Bus operators

Afrique Con

Website:
afrique-con.com/index.php
Bus from Cotonou to Lagos
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Twice daily

STM Voyageurs

Phone:
+227 23 23 03 03
Email:
info@stmvoyageurs.com
Website:
stmvoyageurs.com/
Bus from Cotonou to Circle
Ave. Duration:
10h 27m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.48–$30.32

Chisco Transport

Phone:
+234 808 927 3799
Email:
customer.care@chiscogroupng.com
Website:
chiscotransport.com.ng/
Bus from Cotonou to Accra
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$1.90–$30.32

Intercity STC Coaches

Phone:
+233 20 812 7178
Email:
info@stc.gov.gh
Website:
stcticketing.gov.gh/Default.aspx
Bus from Accra Main to Tamale
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.69

Airlines

Africa World Airlines

Website:
flyafricaworld.com/
Plane from Cotonou to Tamale
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$277.94–$606.41
Plane from Lagos to Tamale
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$505.34–$1,137.02
Plane from Kotoka International Airport to Tamale
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.75–$240.04

Passion Air

Website:
flypassionair.com/
Plane from Cotonou to Tamale
Ave. Duration:
11h 55m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$40.43–$328.47
Plane from Kotoka International Airport to Tamale
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$37.90–$404.27

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cotonou to Tamale is to bus via Accra which costs $33.70 - $41.30 and takes 18h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cotonou to Tamale is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs $41.30 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Cotonou and Tamale?

No, there is no direct bus from Cotonou to Tamale. However, there are services departing from Cotonou and arriving at Tamale via Accra Main. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 40m.

How far is it from Cotonou to Tamale?

The distance between Cotonou and Tamale is 529 km. The road distance is 718.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cotonou to Tamale without a car is to bus which takes 14h 40m and costs $16.30 - $41.30 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Cotonou to Tamale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cotonou to Tamale bus from?

Cotonou to Tamale bus services, operated by Chisco Transport, depart from Cotonou station.

Bus or fly from Cotonou to Tamale?

The best way to get from Cotonou to Tamale is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs $41.30 - $293.48 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16.30 - $41.30 and takes 14h 40m.

Where does the Cotonou to Tamale bus arrive?

Cotonou to Tamale bus services, operated by Chisco Transport, arrive at Accra station.

Can I drive from Cotonou to Tamale?

Yes, the driving distance between Cotonou to Tamale is 719 km. It takes approximately 11h 1m to drive from Cotonou to Tamale.

Where can I stay near Tamale?

There are 19+ hotels available in Tamale. Prices start at $50.11 per night.
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