Enugu to Maiduguri by train
Maiduguri lies 864 km (537 mi) north-east of Enugu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 12 h 25 min at the speeds typical of Nigeria rail, over roughly 1,054 km (655 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Enugu | Maiduguri | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 950,000 | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 192 m (630 ft) | 325 m (1,066 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Maiduguri Railway Station |
Where to book trains from Enugu to Maiduguri
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Staying in Maiduguri
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Maiduguri. Of the 2 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (1).
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Common questions
How far is Maiduguri from Enugu?
864 km (537 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Enugu; by road roughly 1,054 km (655 mi).
How long does it take to get from Enugu to Maiduguri by train?
About 12 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Enugu and Maiduguri?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Maiduguri?
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Maiduguri, 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.