Driving from Buguma to Owerri
Owerri lies 85 km (53 mi) north of Buguma, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 18 min without stops, over roughly 104 km (65 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Buguma | Owerri | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 135,404 | 545,000 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 73 m (240 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
Where to book car hire from Buguma to Owerri
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Staying in Owerri
Our booking partner lists 122 places to stay in Owerri. Of the 103 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (58), and 6 are five-star. Guests have left 225 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Owerri
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Common questions
How far is Owerri from Buguma?
85 km (53 mi) in a straight line, north of Buguma; by road roughly 104 km (65 mi).
How long does it take to get from Buguma to Owerri by car?
About 1 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Buguma and Owerri?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Owerri?
Our booking partner lists 122 places to stay in Owerri, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- 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.