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Road Trip to Cotonou with ABC Transport
Get ready for an exciting journey from Lagos, Nigeria to Cotonou, Benin Republic.
For our trip, we will be travelling by road with ABC Transport, one of West Africa’s established passenger transportation companies. ABC Transport operates an international Lagos–Cotonou service, making it a convenient way to travel with the group while enjoying the experience of crossing into another country by road.
Your Journey at a Glance
Departure: Lagos, Nigeria
Destination: Cotonou, Benin Republic
Transport: ABC Transport
Route: Lagos → Seme Border → Cotonou
Journey: International road travel
The Road Trip Experience
The journey to Cotonou is more than simply getting from one destination to another.
Sit back, relax and enjoy the changing scenery as we leave Lagos and travel west towards the Nigerian–Beninese border.
Along the way, you’ll experience the excitement of an international road trip, meet fellow travellers and enjoy the journey together before arriving in Cotonou.
ABC’s West Africa coach service features air conditioning, comfortable seating, onboard entertainment and toilet
Crossing the Border
As this is an international journey, travellers will pass through immigration and border-control procedures before entering Benin Republic.
Please keep your travel documents easily accessible and follow the instructions of the ABC Transport team and border officials.
What You Need
Before departure, make sure you have:
A valid International or ECOWAS passport
A valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate
Your travel ticket
Your accommodation details
Emergency contact information
Some West African CFA francs for expenses in Benin
A charged mobile phone and power bank
ABC Transport specifically lists a current International or ECOWAS Passport and Yellow Fever Vaccination Card among its basic requirements for its West Africa coach service
Before You Board
To make the journey comfortable:
Arrive early
Give yourself enough time to check in, settle your luggage and complete departure procedures.
Travel light
Keep essential documents, medication, valuables and personal items in your hand luggage.
Dress comfortably
Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for a road journey.
Stay connected
Keep your phone and power bank fully charged.
Stay hydrated
Carry drinking water and light snacks for the journey.
At the Border
Border procedures are an important part of international road travel. The duration can vary depending on traffic, passenger volume and immigration procedures.
Please remain patient and stay with the group throughout the process.
Once the formalities are completed, we continue our journey into Benin Republic and onward to Cotonou.
Arrival in Cotonou
Welcome to Benin!
After arriving in Cotonou, we will proceed to our designated accommodation and begin settling into the city.
From here, the adventure continues — with opportunities to explore Cotonou’s landmarks, culture, markets, coastline and cuisine.
Your Journey Begins Here
From Lagos to Cotonou, let’s make the journey part of the adventure.
Travel together. Discover together. Experience Benin together.
ABC Transport
Lagos → Cotonou
For current departure times, fares, availability and booking information, please check ABC Transport’s official booking platform before travelling
