Day trip from Buguma to Benin City
Benin City lies 225 km (140 mi) north-west of Buguma, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 225 km (140 mi) apart, Benin City is a realistic day trip from Buguma: about 3 h 39 min each way by road.
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| Buguma | Benin City | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 135,404 | 1.8 million |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 88 m (289 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
What to see in Benin City
UNESCO World Heritage in the city: Royal Palace Of Oba Of Benin.
Where to book tours and tickets in Benin City
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Staying in Benin City
Our booking partner lists 168 places to stay in Benin City. Of the 137 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (85), and 11 are five-star. Guests have left 559 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Benin City from Buguma?
225 km (140 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Buguma; by road roughly 274 km (170 mi).
How long does it take to get from Buguma to Benin City by road?
About 3 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Buguma and Benin City?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Benin City?
Our booking partner lists 168 places to stay in Benin City, 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.