Driving from Lagos to Uyo
Uyo lies 526 km (327 mi) east of Lagos, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 8 h 1 min without stops, over roughly 641 km (399 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Lagos | Uyo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 15.4 million | 436,606 |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 45 m (148 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
Where to book car hire from Lagos to Uyo
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Staying in Uyo
Our booking partner lists 111 places to stay in Uyo. Of the 104 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (68), and 3 are five-star. Guests have left 173 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Uyo
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Common questions
How far is Uyo from Lagos?
526 km (327 mi) in a straight line, east of Lagos; by road roughly 641 km (399 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lagos to Uyo by car?
About 8 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lagos and Uyo?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Uyo?
Our booking partner lists 111 places to stay in Uyo, 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.