Abuja to Ilorin by train
Ilorin lies 330 km (205 mi) west of Abuja, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 45 min at the speeds typical of Nigeria rail, over roughly 403 km (251 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Abuja | Ilorin | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 2.7 million | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 476 m (1,562 ft) | 320 m (1,050 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Stations on record | Kubwa Train Station, Amina Mohammed Train Station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Abuja to Ilorin
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Staying in Ilorin
Our booking partner lists 64 places to stay in Ilorin. Of the 57 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (41), and 3 are five-star. Guests have left 60 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Ilorin
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Common questions
How far is Ilorin from Abuja?
330 km (205 mi) in a straight line, west of Abuja; by road roughly 403 km (251 mi).
How long does it take to get from Abuja to Ilorin by train?
About 4 h 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Abuja and Ilorin?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Ilorin?
Our booking partner lists 64 places to stay in Ilorin, 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.