Driving from Jos to Maiduguri
Maiduguri lies 512 km (318 mi) north-east of Jos, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h 49 min without stops, over roughly 625 km (388 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Jos | Maiduguri | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 1 million | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 1,186 m (3,891 ft) | 325 m (1,066 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
Where to book car hire from Jos to Maiduguri
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Staying in Maiduguri
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Maiduguri. Of the 2 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (1).
Book a hotel in Maiduguri
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Common questions
How far is Maiduguri from Jos?
512 km (318 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Jos; by road roughly 625 km (388 mi).
How long does it take to get from Jos to Maiduguri by car?
About 7 h 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jos and Maiduguri?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Maiduguri?
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Maiduguri, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.