How much does a bus ticket cost in Nigeria?

Bus travel in Nigeria is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was $25. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighboring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights. Example fares in Nigeria: Lagos ↔ Accra (average: $80 ) Lagos ↔ Abuja (average: $38 ) Lagos ↔ Cotonou (average: $53 )

What is the best way to travel around Nigeria?

While you can choose between different transports, Buses and Shuttles are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Nigeria: - Bus: 171 routes - Van: 75 routes

How do I book bus and train tickets in Nigeria?

Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare schedules and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play , Download on the App Store .

How do I travel from Lagos to Accra by bus?

The bus is the most popular way to travel from Lagos to Accra Travel time: 15h Ticket prices: From $80 Frequency: 2 departures daily Recommended operators: ABC Transport , Guo Transport , Kaduna Lines , Alliance International Tours and Travels , Iyare Motors , E-Express , Benue Links , Rivers Joy Travels & Tours , Calculux Travels , Sunny Eru Motors

How do I get from Nigeria to neighbouring countries by bus or train?

The buses connecting with major cities in neighboring countries are: Lagos ↔ Accra, Ghana Lagos ↔ Cotonou, Benin Lagos ↔ Lomé, Togo

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What are the most popular routes to Nigeria?

Route	Average price	Average duration	Daily departures
Lagos - Accra	Average price$80	Average duration15h	Daily departures2
Lagos - Abuja	Average price$38	Average duration8h	Daily departures2
Lagos - Cotonou	Average price$53	Average duration5h 2m	Daily departures1
Lagos - Port Harcourt	Average price$34	Average duration16h 40m	Daily departures7
Lagos - Calabar	Average price$41	Average duration14h 6m	Daily departures5
Abuja - Lagos	Average price$36	Average duration8h	Daily departures3
Port Harcourt - Lagos	Average price$34	Average duration5h	Daily departures2
Owerri - Lagos	Average price$20	Average duration9h	Daily departures4
Abuja - Ibadan	Average price$32	Average duration23h 15m	Daily departures2
Benin City - Lagos	Average price$28	Average duration2h	Daily departures2

About Nigeria buses

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Frequently asked questions about traveling in Nigeria

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How much does a bus ticket cost in Nigeria?
Bus travel in Nigeria is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was $25. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighboring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
Example fares in Nigeria:
Lagos ↔ Accra (average: $80)
Lagos ↔ Abuja (average: $38)
Lagos ↔ Cotonou (average: $53)
What is the best way to travel around Nigeria?
While you can choose between different transports, Buses and Shuttles are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Nigeria:
- Bus: 171 routes
- Van: 75 routes
How do I book bus and train tickets in Nigeria?
Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare schedules and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.
How do I travel from Lagos to Accra by bus?
The bus is the most popular way to travel from Lagos to Accra
Travel time: 15h
Ticket prices: From $80
Frequency: 2 departures daily
Recommended operators: ABC Transport, Guo Transport, Kaduna Lines, Alliance International Tours and Travels, Iyare Motors, E-Express, Benue Links, Rivers Joy Travels & Tours, Calculux Travels, Sunny Eru Motors
How do I get from Nigeria to neighbouring countries by bus or train?
The buses connecting with major cities in neighboring countries are:
Lagos ↔ Accra, Ghana
Lagos ↔ Cotonou, Benin
Lagos ↔ Lomé, Togo