Driving from Port Harcourt to Makurdi
Makurdi lies 369 km (229 mi) north-east of Port Harcourt, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 5 h 37 min without stops, over roughly 450 km (279 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Port Harcourt | Makurdi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 2.1 million | 390,000 |
| Elevation | 16 m (52 ft) | 92 m (302 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
Where to book car hire from Port Harcourt to Makurdi
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Staying in Makurdi
Our booking partner lists 2 places to stay in Makurdi. Of the 2 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (2). Guests have left 1 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Makurdi
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Common questions
How far is Makurdi from Port Harcourt?
369 km (229 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Port Harcourt; by road roughly 450 km (279 mi).
How long does it take to get from Port Harcourt to Makurdi by car?
About 5 h 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Port Harcourt and Makurdi?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Makurdi?
Our booking partner lists 2 places to stay in Makurdi, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.