Cotonou to Warri by ferry
Warri lies 380 km (236 mi) east of Cotonou, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 380 km (236 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 11 h 32 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Cotonou | Warri | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Benin | Nigeria |
| Population | 679,012 | 910,000 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Porto-Novo) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Port | Port of Cotonou | Warri Port, Delta State |
What changes when you arrive in Warri
Crossing from Benin into Nigeria: money changes from the Franc to the Naira (NGN); sockets are BS 1363, BS 546; the dialling code becomes +234; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648881.
Where to book ferries from Cotonou to Warri
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Staying in Warri
Our booking partner lists 20 places to stay in Warri. Of the 15 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (12). Guests have left 121 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Warri
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Warri from Cotonou?
380 km (236 mi) in a straight line, east of Cotonou; by road roughly 464 km (288 mi).
How long does it take to get from Cotonou to Warri by ferry?
About 11 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cotonou and Warri?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Warri?
The Naira (NGN).
Where can I stay in Warri?
Our booking partner lists 20 places to stay in Warri, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.