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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cotonou to Bamako

Composite routes from Cotonou to Bamako

Cheapest
27 h 32 min
Car
1905 km.
from $104
Fastest
2 h 34 min
Plane

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Cote D'Ivoire

Website:
aircotedivoire.com/
Plane from Cotonou to Bamako–Sénou
Ave. Duration:
5h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$304.35–$706.52

Corsairfly

Website:
corsair.com/
Plane from Cotonou to Bamako–Sénou
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$184.78–$326.09

Bus operators

STM Voyageurs

Phone:
+227 23 23 03 03
Email:
info@stmvoyageurs.com
Website:
stmvoyageurs.com/
Bus from Cotonou to Bamako
Ave. Duration:
28h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$97.83

Africa Tours Trans

Phone:
+223 75 71 61 16
Website:
africa-tours-trans.com/#
Bus from Cotonou to Avenue
Ave. Duration:
29h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$47.18

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cotonou to Bamako is to bus via Avenue de l'O.U.A which costs $47.18 and takes 29h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cotonou to Bamako is to fly which takes 2h 42m and costs $206.52 - $369.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Cotonou and Bamako?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cotonou and arriving at Bamako. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28h.

Is there a direct flight between Cotonou and Bamako?

Yes, there are direct flights between Cotonou and Bamako; these take 2h 20m and cost $184.78 - $326.09 .

How far is it from Cotonou to Bamako?

The distance between Cotonou and Bamako is 1348 km. The road distance is 1903.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cotonou to Bamako without a car is to bus which takes 28h and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Cotonou to Bamako, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cotonou to Bamako bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cotonou to Bamako?

The best way to get from Cotonou to Bamako is to fly which takes 2h 42m and costs $206.52 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 28h.

Where does the Cotonou to Bamako bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cotonou to Bamako?

Yes, the driving distance between Cotonou to Bamako is 1903 km. It takes approximately 27h 24m to drive from Cotonou to Bamako.

Where can I stay near Bamako?

There are 69+ hotels available in Bamako. Prices start at $30.67 per night.
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