Day trip from Onitsha to Okigwe
Okigwe lies 72 km (45 mi) south-east of Onitsha, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 72 km (45 mi) apart, Okigwe is a realistic day trip from Onitsha: about 1 h 10 min each way by road.
| Onitsha | Okigwe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 1.6 million | 115,499 |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) | 158 m (518 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
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Staying in Okigwe
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Common questions
How far is Okigwe from Onitsha?
72 km (45 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Onitsha; by road roughly 88 km (55 mi).
How long does it take to get from Onitsha to Okigwe by road?
About 1 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Onitsha and Okigwe?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.