Abuja to Abeokuta by train
Abeokuta lies 503 km (313 mi) south-west of Abuja, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 7 h 14 min at the speeds typical of Nigeria rail, over roughly 614 km (382 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Abuja | Abeokuta | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 2.7 million | 735,000 |
| Elevation | 476 m (1,562 ft) | 64 m (210 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Stations on record | Kubwa Train Station, Amina Mohammed Train Station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Abuja to Abeokuta
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Staying in Abeokuta
Our booking partner lists 98 places to stay in Abeokuta. Of the 84 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (60), and 2 are five-star. Guests have left 301 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Abeokuta from Abuja?
503 km (313 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Abuja; by road roughly 614 km (382 mi).
How long does it take to get from Abuja to Abeokuta by train?
About 7 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Abuja and Abeokuta?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Abeokuta?
Our booking partner lists 98 places to stay in Abeokuta, 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.