Driving from Gombe to Yola
Yola lies 188 km (117 mi) south-east of Gombe, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 52 min without stops, over roughly 229 km (142 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Gombe | Yola | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 560,000 | 460,000 |
| Elevation | 460 m (1,509 ft) | 180 m (591 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
Where to book car hire from Gombe 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 Gombe?
188 km (117 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Gombe; by road roughly 229 km (142 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gombe to Yola by car?
About 2 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gombe 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 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.