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

The cheapest way to get from Mali to Cotonou is to bus via Avenue de l'O.U.A which costs $54 and takes 30h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mali to Cotonou is to fly which takes 2h 44m and costs $450 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Mali and Cotonou?

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

How far is it from Mali to Cotonou?

The distance between Mali and Cotonou is 1346 km. The road distance is 1802.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mali to Cotonou without a car is to bus which takes 28h and costs $75 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Mali to Cotonou, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mali to Cotonou bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Mali to Cotonou?

The best way to get from Mali to Cotonou is to fly which takes 2h 44m and costs $450 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $110 and takes 28h.

Where does the Mali to Cotonou bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mali to Cotonou?

Yes, the driving distance between Mali to Cotonou is 1803 km. It takes approximately 27h 55m to drive from Mali to Cotonou.

Where can I stay near Cotonou?

There are 608+ hotels available in Cotonou.

Mali to Cotonou - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Mali to Cotonou by plane, bus, or car

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) to Cotonou (COO)plane BKO - COO
2h 44m
$451–838
Bus via Avenue de l'O.U.A
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Avenue de l'O.U.A to Cotonoubus
30h 23m
$54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bamako to Cotonoubus
28h
$75–110
Drive 1,802.5 km
1. Drive from Bamako to Cotonoucar 1,802.5 km
27h 55m
$206–298

Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) to Cotonou (COO) flights

10Weekly Planes

3h 20mAverage Duration

$481Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,345.9 km
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Mali and Cotonou, Benin?

Corsairfly and ASKY fly from Bamako–Sénou International Airport (BKO) to Cotonou (COO) once daily. Alternatively, STM Voyageurs operates a bus from Bamako to Cotonou once daily. Tickets cost $75–110 and the journey takes 28h.

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