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20 h 15 min
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Yaoundé, Cameroon → Cotonou, Benin

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Three ways to Travel from Yaoundé to Cotonou

Composite routes from Yaoundé to Cotonou

Cheapest
20 h 15 min
Car
1379 km.
from $75
Other
20 h 15 min
Rideshare
1379 km.
from $17.99
7 h 17 min
Bus, Plane
1043 km.
from $10.87

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Peace

Website:
flyairpeace.com/
Plane from Yaounde to Lagos
Ave. Duration:
5h 33m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$292.62–$1,017.81

ASKY

Website:
flyasky.com/asky/
Plane from Yaounde to Cotonou
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$636.13–$1,399.49
Plane from Yaounde to Lagos
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$610.68–$1,399.49

Southern Air Charter Co., Limited

Website:
southernaircharter.com/
Plane from Yaounde to Cotonou
Ave. Duration:
8h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday
Estimated price:
$114.50–$699.74

Bus operators

Afrique Con

Website:
afrique-con.com/index.php
Bus from Rte de Nguosso to Cotonou
Ave. Duration:
19h 41m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$94.62
Bus from Lagos Maza Maza to Cotonou
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Yaoundé to Cotonou is to bus which costs $80.84 and takes 19h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Yaoundé to Cotonou is to fly which takes 6h 27m and costs $103.26 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Yaoundé and Cotonou?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rte de Nguosso and arriving at Cotonou. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19h 41m.

How far is it from Yaoundé to Cotonou?

The distance between Yaoundé and Cotonou is 1084 km. The road distance is 1394.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Yaoundé to Cotonou without a car is to bus which takes 19h 41m and costs $80.84 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Yaoundé to Cotonou, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yaoundé to Cotonou bus from?

Yaoundé to Cotonou bus services, operated by Afrique Con, depart from Rte de Nguosso station.

Bus or fly from Yaoundé to Cotonou?

The best way to get from Yaoundé to Cotonou is to fly which takes 6h 27m and costs $103.26 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80.84 and takes 19h 41m.

Where does the Yaoundé to Cotonou bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Yaoundé to Cotonou?

Yes, the driving distance between Yaoundé to Cotonou is 1394 km. It takes approximately 20h 20m to drive from Yaoundé to Cotonou.

Where can I stay near Cotonou?

There are 710+ hotels available in Cotonou. Prices start at $27.93 per night.
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