Kaduna to Bauchi by train
Bauchi lies 264 km (164 mi) east of Kaduna, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 48 min at the speeds typical of Nigeria rail, over roughly 322 km (200 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kaduna | Bauchi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 1.9 million | 693,700 |
| Elevation | 626 m (2,054 ft) | 623 m (2,044 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
Where to book trains from Kaduna to Bauchi
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Staying in Bauchi
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Bauchi. Of the 3 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (3). Guests have left 1 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Bauchi
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Common questions
How far is Bauchi from Kaduna?
264 km (164 mi) in a straight line, east of Kaduna; by road roughly 322 km (200 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kaduna to Bauchi by train?
About 3 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kaduna and Bauchi?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Bauchi?
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Bauchi, 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.