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Five ways to Travel from Cotonou to Calabar

Composite routes from Cotonou to Calabar

Cheapest
11 h 59 min
Car
843 km.
from $46
Other
11 h 59 min
Rideshare
843 km.
from $11
4 h 15 min
Bus, Plane
670 km.
from $10.87
14 h 6 min
670 km.
from $25.24
5 h 50 min
Bus, Plane
670 km.
from $10.87

Transport providers

Airlines

Jet Charter

Website:
armcharter.com/
Plane from Lagos to Calabar
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$53.06–$492.71

Air Peace

Website:
flyairpeace.com/
Plane from Lagos to Akwa
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$88.43–$606.41

Ibom Air

Website:
ibomair.com/
Plane from Lagos to Calabar
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.50–$353.74
Plane from Lagos to Akwa
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.87–$353.74
Plane from Cotonou to Calabar
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$138.97–$252.67

Bus operators

Afrique Con

Website:
afrique-con.com/index.php
Bus from Cotonou to Lagos
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from Cotonou to Calabar
Ave. Duration:
12h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$73.25

Chisco Transport

Phone:
+234 808 927 3799
Email:
Website:
chiscotransport.com.ng/
Bus from Cotonou to Jibowu
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$1.52–$1.90

ABC Transport

Phone:
+234 813 986 2090
Email:
Website:
abctransport.com/index.html
Bus from Jibowu Terminal to Calabar
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.64

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cotonou to Calabar is to bus via Lagos which costs $25 - $25.43 and takes 14h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cotonou to Calabar is to fly which takes 6h 27m and costs $119.57 - $228.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Cotonou and Calabar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cotonou and arriving at Calabar. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 11m.

How far is it from Cotonou to Calabar?

The distance between Cotonou and Calabar is 712 km. The road distance is 843.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cotonou to Calabar without a car is to bus which takes 12h 11m and costs $63.02 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Cotonou to Calabar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cotonou to Calabar bus from?

Cotonou to Calabar bus services, operated by Afrique Con, depart from Cotonou station.

Bus or fly from Cotonou to Calabar?

The best way to get from Cotonou to Calabar is to bus which takes 12h 11m and costs $63.02 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $119.57 - $228.26 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Cotonou to Calabar bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cotonou to Calabar?

Yes, the driving distance between Cotonou to Calabar is 843 km. It takes approximately 11h 58m to drive from Cotonou to Calabar.
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