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Bafang to Owerri

Updated: March 18, 2024 06:57 AM
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Bafang to Owerri

Bafang is a town in the West Region of Cameroon, while Owerri is the capital of Imo State in southeastern Nigeria.

The distance between Bafang and Owerri is approximately 1,000 kilometers (621 miles).

Language

The official languages of Cameroon are French and English, while the official language of Nigeria is English.

Currency

The official currency of Cameroon is the Central African CFA franc (XAF), while the official currency of Nigeria is the Nigerian naira (NGN).

Distance

The distance between Bafang and Owerri is approximately 1,000 kilometers (621 miles).

How to Reach

There are no direct flights from Bafang to Owerri. You can fly from Douala International Airport (DLA) to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) in Abuja, and then take a connecting flight to Sam Mbakwe Airport (QOW) in Owerri.

You can also take a bus from Bafang to Owerri. The journey takes approximately 24 hours.

Expenses

The cost of a flight from Douala to Abuja is approximately XAF 100,000 (USD 160). The cost of a connecting flight from Abuja to Owerri is approximately NGN 20,000 (USD 50).

The cost of a bus ticket from Bafang to Owerri is approximately XAF 15,000 (USD 25).

Best time to go

The best time to visit Owerri is during the dry season, which runs from November to April.

What to Eat

Owerri is known for its delicious food. Some of the popular dishes include:

  • Ofe Owerri (Owerri soup)
  • Isi ewu (goat head)
  • Abacha (cassava flakes)
  • Okpa (bean pudding)
  • Fufu (yam or cassava dough)

Where to Go

Owerri is a vibrant city with a lot to offer visitors. Some of the popular attractions include:

  • The National War Museum
  • The Owerri Zoo
  • The Mbari Cultural and Art Centre
  • The Oguta Lake
  • The Nekede Zoo

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Bafang to Owerri:

  • What is the best way to get from Bafang to Owerri?
  • The best way to get from Bafang to Owerri is to fly from Douala to Abuja and then take a connecting flight to Owerri.

  • How long does it take to get from Bafang to Owerri?
  • The journey from Bafang to Owerri takes approximately 24 hours by bus.

  • How much does it cost to get from Bafang to Owerri?
  • The cost of a flight from Douala to Abuja is approximately XAF 100,000 (USD 160). The cost of a connecting flight from Abuja to Owerri is approximately NGN 20,000 (USD 50). The cost of a bus ticket from Bafang to Owerri is approximately XAF 15,000 (USD 25).

  • What is the best time to visit Owerri?
  • The best time to visit Owerri is during the dry season, which runs from November to April.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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