Day trip from Gusau to Zaria
Zaria lies 165 km (102 mi) south-east of Gusau, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 165 km (102 mi) apart, Zaria is a realistic day trip from Gusau: about 2 h 41 min each way by road.
| Gusau | Zaria | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 226,857 | 980,000 |
| Elevation | 451 m (1,480 ft) | 644 m (2,113 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Zaria
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Staying in Zaria
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Zaria. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (3). Guests have left 1 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Zaria
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Common questions
How far is Zaria from Gusau?
165 km (102 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Gusau; by road roughly 201 km (125 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gusau to Zaria by road?
About 2 h 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gusau and Zaria?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Zaria?
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Zaria, 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 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.