Driving from Benin City to Maiduguri
Maiduguri lies 1,029 km (639 mi) north-east of Benin City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 15 h 41 min without stops, over roughly 1,255 km (780 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Benin City | Maiduguri | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 1.8 million | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 88 m (289 ft) | 325 m (1,066 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
Where to book car hire from Benin City to Maiduguri
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Staying in Maiduguri
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Maiduguri. Of the 2 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (1).
Book a hotel in Maiduguri
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Common questions
How far is Maiduguri from Benin City?
1,029 km (639 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Benin City; by road roughly 1,255 km (780 mi).
How long does it take to get from Benin City to Maiduguri by car?
About 15 h 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Benin City and Maiduguri?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Maiduguri?
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Maiduguri, 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.