Abeokuta to Ilorin by train
Ilorin lies 199 km (124 mi) north-east of Abeokuta, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 52 min at the speeds typical of Nigeria rail, over roughly 243 km (151 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Abeokuta | Ilorin | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 735,000 | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 64 m (210 ft) | 320 m (1,050 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
Where to book trains from Abeokuta to Ilorin
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Staying in Ilorin
Our booking partner lists 64 places to stay in Ilorin. Of the 57 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (41), and 3 are five-star. Guests have left 60 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Ilorin
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Common questions
How far is Ilorin from Abeokuta?
199 km (124 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Abeokuta; by road roughly 243 km (151 mi).
How long does it take to get from Abeokuta to Ilorin by train?
About 2 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Abeokuta and Ilorin?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Ilorin?
Our booking partner lists 64 places to stay in Ilorin, 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.