Driving from Benin City to Yola
Yola lies 820 km (509 mi) north-east of Benin City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 12 h 30 min without stops, over roughly 1,000 km (622 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Benin City | Yola | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 1.8 million | 460,000 |
| Elevation | 88 m (289 ft) | 180 m (591 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
Where to book car hire from Benin City to Yola
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Staying in Yola
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Yola. Of the 1 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (1).
Book a hotel in Yola
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Common questions
How far is Yola from Benin City?
820 km (509 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Benin City; by road roughly 1,000 km (622 mi).
How long does it take to get from Benin City to Yola by car?
About 12 h 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Benin City and Yola?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Yola?
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Yola, 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.