Driving from Bama to Yola
Yola lies 289 km (180 mi) south-west of Bama, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 4 h 25 min without stops, over roughly 353 km (219 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Bama | Yola | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 118,121 | 460,000 |
| Elevation | 330 m (1,083 ft) | 180 m (591 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
Where to book car hire from Bama 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 Bama?
289 km (180 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Bama; by road roughly 353 km (219 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bama to Yola by car?
About 4 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bama 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.