Bauchi to Jos by bus
Jos lies 113 km (70 mi) west of Bauchi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 2 h 16 min including stops, over roughly 137 km (85 mi) of road.
| Bauchi | Jos | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 693,700 | 1 million |
| Elevation | 623 m (2,044 ft) | 1,186 m (3,891 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
Where to book buses from Bauchi to Jos
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Staying in Jos
Our booking partner lists 39 places to stay in Jos. Of the 37 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (27), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 11 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Jos
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Common questions
How far is Jos from Bauchi?
113 km (70 mi) in a straight line, west of Bauchi; by road roughly 137 km (85 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bauchi to Jos by bus?
About 2 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bauchi and Jos?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Jos?
Our booking partner lists 39 places to stay in Jos, 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.