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

The cheapest way to get from Accra to Cotonou is to bus which costs $39 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Accra to Cotonou is to fly which takes 3h 32m and costs $410 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Accra and Cotonou?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Circle Bus station station and arriving at Cotonou. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Accra to Cotonou?

The distance between Accra and Cotonou is 347 km. The road distance is 346.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Accra to Cotonou without a car is to bus which takes 5h 18m and costs $39.

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

The bus from Circle Bus station to Cotonou takes 5h 18m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Accra to Cotonou bus from?

Accra to Cotonou bus services, operated by STM Voyageurs, depart from Circle Bus station.

Bus or fly from Accra to Cotonou?

The best way to get from Accra to Cotonou is to bus which takes 5h 18m and costs $39. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $410 - $800 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Accra to Cotonou bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Accra to Cotonou?

Yes, the driving distance between Accra to Cotonou is 346 km. It takes approximately 5h 22m to drive from Accra to Cotonou.

Where can I stay near Cotonou?

There are 628+ hotels available in Cotonou.

Accra to Cotonou - 7 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 7 ways to get from Accra to Cotonou by bus, car, plane, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Circle Bus station to Cotonoubus
5h 18m
$39
Drive 346.2 km
1. Drive from Accra to Cotonoucar 346.2 km
5h 22m
$46–66
Fly Kotoka International Airport to Cotonou
1. Fly from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Cotonou (COO)plane ACC - COO
3h 32m
$416–794
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Accra to Cotonoushuttle
8h
$61
Bus to Lomé–Tokoin Airport, fly to Cotonou
1. Take the bus from Circle Bus station to Gare de Lomébus
2. Fly from Lomé–Tokoin Airport (LFW) to Cotonou (COO)plane LFW - COO
5h 26m
$289–727
Fly Kotoka International Airport to Lomé–Tokoin Airport, bus
1. Fly from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Lomé–Tokoin Airport (LFW)plane ACC - LFW
2. Take the bus from Gare de Lomé to Cotonoubus
5h 3m
$348–631
Fly Kotoka International Airport to Lagos, bus
1. Fly from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Lagos (LOS)plane ACC - LOS
2. Take the bus from Lagos Maza Maza to Cotonoubus
6h 17m
$160–247

Accra to Cotonou by bus

56Weekly Buses

5h 18mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Accra to Cotonou.

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Distance: 347.4 km
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Accra, Ghana and Cotonou, Benin?

STM Voyageurs operates a bus from Circle Bus station to Cotonou 4 times a day. Tickets cost $20–28 and the journey takes 5h 18m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Brussels Airlines and ASKY fly from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Cotonou (COO) once daily.

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