Lagos to Calabar by bus
Calabar lies 570 km (354 mi) east of Lagos, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 10 h 29 min including stops, over roughly 696 km (432 mi) of road.
| Lagos | Calabar | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 15.4 million | 540,000 |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 37 m (121 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
Where to book buses from Lagos to Calabar
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Staying in Calabar
Our booking partner lists 61 places to stay in Calabar. Of the 59 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (48). Guests have left 82 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Calabar
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Common questions
How far is Calabar from Lagos?
570 km (354 mi) in a straight line, east of Lagos; by road roughly 696 km (432 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lagos to Calabar by bus?
About 10 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lagos and Calabar?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Calabar?
Our booking partner lists 61 places to stay in Calabar, 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.