Akure to Aba by train
Aba lies 339 km (210 mi) south-east of Akure, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 52 min at the speeds typical of Nigeria rail, over roughly 413 km (257 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Akure | Aba | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 730,000 | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 353 m (1,158 ft) | 64 m (210 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
Where to book trains from Akure to Aba
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Staying in Aba
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Aba. Of the 9 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (6). Guests have left 13 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Aba
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Common questions
How far is Aba from Akure?
339 km (210 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Akure; by road roughly 413 km (257 mi).
How long does it take to get from Akure to Aba by train?
About 4 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Akure and Aba?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Aba?
Our booking partner lists 11 places to stay in Aba, 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.