Day trip from Jos to Makurdi
Makurdi lies 247 km (154 mi) south of Jos, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 247 km (154 mi) apart, Makurdi is a realistic day trip from Jos: about 4 h 1 min each way by road.
| Jos | Makurdi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 1 million | 390,000 |
| Elevation | 1,186 m (3,891 ft) | 92 m (302 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
Where to book tours and tickets in 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 Jos?
247 km (154 mi) in a straight line, south of Jos; by road roughly 302 km (188 mi).
How long does it take to get from Jos to Makurdi by road?
About 4 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jos 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
- 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.