Day trip from Uyo to Benin City
Benin City lies 293 km (182 mi) north-west of Uyo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 293 km (182 mi) apart, Benin City is a realistic day trip from Uyo: about 4 h 46 min each way by road.
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| Uyo | Benin City | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Nigeria |
| Population | 436,606 | 1.8 million |
| Elevation | 45 m (148 ft) | 88 m (289 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) |
What to see in Benin City
UNESCO World Heritage in the city: Royal Palace Of Oba Of Benin.
Where to book tours and tickets in Benin City
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Staying in Benin City
Our booking partner lists 168 places to stay in Benin City. Of the 137 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (85), and 11 are five-star. Guests have left 559 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Benin City from Uyo?
293 km (182 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Uyo; by road roughly 357 km (222 mi).
How long does it take to get from Uyo to Benin City by road?
About 4 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Uyo and Benin City?
No, both are on Africa/Lagos at the moment.
Where can I stay in Benin City?
Our booking partner lists 168 places to stay in Benin City, 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.