Day trip from Nsukka to Awka
Awka lies 80 km (50 mi) south-west of Nsukka, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 80 km (50 mi) apart, Awka is a realistic day trip from Nsukka: about 1 h 18 min each way by road.
| Nsukka | Awka | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 111,017 | 167,738 |
| Elevation | 423 m (1,388 ft) | 99 m (325 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Awka
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Staying in Awka
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Common questions
How far is Awka from Nsukka?
80 km (50 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Nsukka; by road roughly 98 km (61 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nsukka to Awka by road?
About 1 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nsukka and Awka?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
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.