Driving from Lekki to Kano
Kano lies 829 km (515 mi) north-east of Lekki, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 12 h 38 min without stops, over roughly 1,011 km (628 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Lekki | Kano | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 401,272 | 4.9 million |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | 484 m (1,588 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
Where to book car hire from Lekki to Kano
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Staying in Kano
Our booking partner lists 66 places to stay in Kano. Of the 54 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (30). Guests have left 58 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Kano
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Common questions
How far is Kano from Lekki?
829 km (515 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Lekki; by road roughly 1,011 km (628 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lekki to Kano by car?
About 12 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lekki and Kano?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kano?
Our booking partner lists 66 places to stay in Kano, 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.