Lagos to Bauchi by train
Bauchi lies 829 km (515 mi) north-east of Lagos, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 11 h 55 min at the speeds typical of Nigeria rail, over roughly 1,011 km (628 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Lagos | Bauchi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 15.4 million | 693,700 |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 623 m (2,044 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Stations on record | Mobolaji Johnson Station, Agbado station, Oshodi Station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Lagos 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 Lagos?
829 km (515 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Lagos; by road roughly 1,011 km (628 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lagos to Bauchi by train?
About 11 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lagos 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.