Driving from Gusau to Maiduguri
Maiduguri lies 707 km (439 mi) east of Gusau, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 10 h 47 min without stops, over roughly 863 km (536 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Gusau | Maiduguri | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 226,857 | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 451 m (1,480 ft) | 325 m (1,066 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
Where to book car hire from Gusau 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 Gusau?
707 km (439 mi) in a straight line, east of Gusau; by road roughly 863 km (536 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gusau to Maiduguri by car?
About 10 h 47 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gusau 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
- 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.