Lagos to Ile-Ife by train
Ile-Ife lies 172 km (107 mi) north-east of Lagos, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 28 min at the speeds typical of Nigeria rail, over roughly 210 km (130 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Lagos | Ile-Ife | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 15.4 million | 560,000 |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 295 m (968 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Stations on record | Mobolaji Johnson Station, Agbado station, Oshodi Station | none listed |
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Common questions
How far is Ile-Ife from Lagos?
172 km (107 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Lagos; by road roughly 210 km (130 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lagos to Ile-Ife by train?
About 2 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lagos and Ile-Ife?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.