Capital city in Maritime, Togo
Getting around Lomé
How to get around Lomé
Zemidjan motorbike taxis and Gozem are the standard; the center is small enough to walk in daylight. Shared taxis cover fixed routes.
Ways to get around Lomé
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Zemidjan (moto-taxi) | About 200–1,000 XOF | Agree fare first; helmets seldom offered |
| Gozem car | About 1,500–3,000 XOF for 5 km | In-app fixed price |
| Shared taxi | About 200–400 XOF | Fixed routes; ask locals for the right line |
Ride-hailing apps in Lomé
A 5 km ride costs about CFA1,000–2,500 ($1.7–4.3).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Gozem | Cars and zem rides; fixed in-app prices |
- Taxis and zemidjan have no meters; agree fares first. Gozem is simpler and fixed price.
Arriving in Lomé
Gnassingbé Eyadéma International (LFW)
About 5 km from the center; taxi or Gozem about 3,000–5,000 XOF, 15–25 min.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Few rentals; Lomé's traffic and zem culture make it a poor idea.
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences with an IDP are accepted for short stays; most visitors use taxis or motorbike drivers.
- Onward travel in Togo: Shared taxis, minibuses and zem motorbike taxis are the main modes. The coast road connects to Ghana and Benin; Lomé airport is the main international hub.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Lomé?
No. Use Gozem instead.
What's the best way to get around Lomé?
Zemidjan motorbike taxis and Gozem are the standard; the center is small enough to walk in daylight. Shared taxis cover fixed routes.
How do I get from the airport to Lomé?
About 5 km from the center; taxi or Gozem about 3,000–5,000 XOF, 15–25 min.
Is Lomé walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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