Kano to Akure by train
Akure lies 641 km (399 mi) south-west of Kano, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 9 h 13 min at the speeds typical of Nigeria rail, over roughly 782 km (486 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kano | Akure | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 4.9 million | 730,000 |
| Elevation | 484 m (1,588 ft) | 353 m (1,158 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
Where to book trains from Kano to Akure
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Staying in Akure
Our booking partner lists 41 places to stay in Akure. Of the 36 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (18). Guests have left 63 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Akure
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Common questions
How far is Akure from Kano?
641 km (399 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Kano; by road roughly 782 km (486 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kano to Akure by train?
About 9 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kano and Akure?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Akure?
Our booking partner lists 41 places to stay in Akure, 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.