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Douala, Cameroon → Bamako, Mali

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Three ways to Travel from Douala to Bamako

Composite routes from Douala to Bamako

Cheapest
44 h 35 min
Car
2958 km.
from $162
Other
46 h 45 min
2168 km.
from $125.85
45 h 11 min
2168 km.
from $232.09

Transport providers

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:
$92.05

STM Voyageurs

Phone:
+227 23 23 03 03
Email:
Website:
stmvoyageurs.com/
Bus from Cotonou to Bamako
Ave. Duration:
28h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.34–$114.50

Africa Tours Trans

Phone:
+223 75 71 61 16
Website:
africa-tours-trans.com/#
Bus from Cotonou to Avenue
Ave. Duration:
29h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$55.23

Airlines

ASKY

Website:
flyasky.com/asky/
Plane from Douala International Airport to Bamako–Sénou
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$534.35–$1,272.26

Corsairfly

Website:
corsair.com/
Plane from Douala International Airport to Bamako–Sénou
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$343.51–$483.46

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Douala to Bamako is to bus via Avenue de l'O.U.A which costs $125.84 - $125.85 and takes 46h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Douala to Bamako is to fly which takes 8h 24m and costs $326.09 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Douala and Bamako?

No, there is no direct bus from Douala to Bamako. However, there are services departing from Bd de la Liberté and arriving at Bamako via Cotonou. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 11m.

How far is it from Douala to Bamako?

The distance between Douala and Bamako is 2183 km. The road distance is 2969.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Douala to Bamako without a car is to bus which takes 45h 11m and costs $141.30 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 24m to get from Douala to Bamako, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Douala to Bamako bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Douala to Bamako?

The best way to get from Douala to Bamako is to fly which takes 8h 24m and costs $326.09 - $445.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $141.30 - $184.78 and takes 45h 11m.

Where does the Douala to Bamako bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Douala and Bamako?

Bamako is 1h behind Douala. It is currently 11:18 in Douala and 10:18 in Bamako.

Can I drive from Douala to Bamako?

Yes, the driving distance between Douala to Bamako is 2970 km. It takes approximately 44h 45m to drive from Douala to Bamako.

Where can I stay near Bamako?

There are 69+ hotels available in Bamako. Prices start at $30.67 per night.
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