Warri to Cotonou by ferry
Cotonou lies 380 km (236 mi) west of Warri, 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.
| Warri | Cotonou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Benin |
| Population | 910,000 | 679,012 |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Porto-Novo) |
| Port | Warri Port, Delta State | Port of Cotonou |
What changes when you arrive in Cotonou
Crossing from Nigeria into Benin: money changes from the Naira to the Franc (XOF); sockets are Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +229; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210.
Where to book ferries from Warri to Cotonou
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Staying in Cotonou
Our booking partner lists 578 places to stay in Cotonou. Of the 135 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (72), and 3 are five-star. Across 13 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8 out of 10. Guests have left 3,599 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Cotonou
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 Cotonou from Warri?
380 km (236 mi) in a straight line, west of Warri; by road roughly 464 km (288 mi).
How long does it take to get from Warri to Cotonou 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 Warri and Cotonou?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Cotonou?
The Franc (XOF).
Where can I stay in Cotonou?
Our booking partner lists 578 places to stay in Cotonou, 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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.