Onitsha to Jos by train
Jos lies 480 km (298 mi) north-east of Onitsha, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 54 min at the speeds typical of Nigeria rail, over roughly 585 km (364 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Onitsha | Jos | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 1.6 million | 1 million |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) | 1,186 m (3,891 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
Where to book trains from Onitsha to Jos
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Staying in Jos
Our booking partner lists 39 places to stay in Jos. Of the 37 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (27), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 11 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Jos
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Common questions
How far is Jos from Onitsha?
480 km (298 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Onitsha; by road roughly 585 km (364 mi).
How long does it take to get from Onitsha to Jos by train?
About 6 h 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Onitsha and Jos?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Jos?
Our booking partner lists 39 places to stay in Jos, 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.