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Douala, Cameroon → Cotonou, Benin

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Douala to Cotonou

Composite routes from Douala to Cotonou

Cheapest
17 h 51 min
Car
1192 km.
from $65
Fastest
1 h 51 min
Plane
Other
7 h 6 min
Bus, Plane
845 km.
from $540.87
9 h 28 min
Bus, Plane
845 km.
from $10.87
6 h 57 min
Bus, Plane
845 km.
from $10.87
10 h 52 min
Bus, Plane
845 km.
from $10.87

Transport providers

Airlines

Jet Charter

Website:
armcharter.com/
Plane from Calabar to Lagos
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$26.09–$260.87

Air Peace

Website:
flyairpeace.com/
Plane from Douala International Airport to Lagos
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$423.91–$1,304.35

Ibom Air

Website:
ibomair.com/
Plane from Calabar to Lagos
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$184.78
Plane from Akwa Ibom International Airport to Lagos
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$173.91

ASKY

Website:
flyasky.com/asky/
Plane from Douala International Airport to Lomé–Tokoin
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$358.70–$760.87

Southern Air Charter Co., Limited

Website:
southernaircharter.com/
Plane from Douala International Airport to Cotonou
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$47.83–$391.30

Bus operators

Afrique Con

Website:
afrique-con.com/index.php
Bus from Bd de la Liberté to Cotonou
Ave. Duration:
16h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$78.64
Bus from Bd de la Liberté to Calabar
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Bus from Lagos Maza Maza to Cotonou
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Twice daily

STM Voyageurs

Phone:
+227 23 23 03 03
Email:
info@stmvoyageurs.com
Website:
stmvoyageurs.com/
Bus from Gare de Lomé to Cotonou
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$17.39

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Douala to Cotonou is to bus which costs $78.64 and takes 16h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Douala to Cotonou is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs $326.09 - $521.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Douala and Cotonou?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bd de la Liberté and arriving at Cotonou. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 11m.

Is there a direct flight between Douala and Cotonou?

Yes, there are direct flights between Douala and Cotonou; these take 1h 50m and cost $326.09 - $521.74 .

How far is it from Douala to Cotonou?

The distance between Douala and Cotonou is 1129 km. The road distance is 1206.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Douala to Cotonou without a car is to bus which takes 16h 11m and costs $78.64 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Douala to Cotonou, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Douala to Cotonou bus from?

Douala to Cotonou bus services, operated by Afrique Con, depart from Bd de la Liberté station.

Bus or fly from Douala to Cotonou?

The best way to get from Douala to Cotonou is to bus which takes 16h 11m and costs $78.64 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $326.09 - $521.74 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Douala to Cotonou bus arrive?

Douala to Cotonou bus services, operated by Afrique Con, arrive at Cotonou station.

Can I drive from Douala to Cotonou?

Yes, the driving distance between Douala to Cotonou is 1207 km. It takes approximately 18h 11m to drive from Douala to Cotonou.

Where can I stay near Cotonou?

There are 727+ hotels available in Cotonou. Prices start at $27.18 per night.
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