There are different ways to get to Abuja from Lagos, depending on your budget, time, and preference.
You can travel by plane, bus, car hire, car, shuttle or train. Here are some of the options and their estimated costs and durations:
1. Plane
Traveling by plane is the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, but also the most expensive.
You can fly from Lagos Airport (LOS) to Abuja Airport (ABV) in about an hour and a half, with several airlines to choose from.
The average price of a one-way ticket is about N65,000, but it may vary depending on the season and availability.
Green Africa and Aero Contractors offer the cheapest flight tickets.
2. Bus
This is the cheapest and most popular way to travel, but also the longest and most tiring.
If you want to travel by bus, you can take a bus from various terminals in Lagos, such as Jibowu, Ajah, Cele, Ejigbo, or Iyana-Ipaja, to Abuja.
The journey takes about 8 to 10 hours, depending on the traffic and road conditions. The average price of a bus ticket is about N25,000, but it may vary depending on the bus company and the type of bus.
Some of the bus companies that operate between Lagos and Abuja are ABC Transport, Chisco Group, Cross Country, Ekesons Transport, Ifesinachi Transport, and GUO Transport.
3. Car hire
This is a more convenient and flexible way to travel, but also more expensive and risky. You can hire a car from Lagos to Abuja, either as a private or a shared ride or from Uber or Bolt.
The journey can take about 10 hours, depending on the driver and the route.
As for the price, the average price to hire a car ride from Lagos to Abuja is about N60,000, but it may vary depending on the negotiation and the number of passengers.
You should be careful when choosing a taxi, as some of them may not be licensed or insured.
4. Personal Car
This is a more adventurous and independent way to travel, but also more challenging and demanding.
You can drive your own car or rent one from Lagos to Abuja, following the main highway that connects the two cities.
However, this is not an option for everyone, and I won’t support this, as driving interstate can be challenging. You may have trouble navigating. The best way to solve this problem is to hire a driver who can take you to Abuja.
The journey takes about 10 hours, depending on the speed and the stops.
The average cost of driving is about N20,000, but it may vary depending on the fuel consumption and the toll fees. You should be prepared for the road hazards, such as potholes, checkpoints, and bandits.
5. Shuttle
This is a more comfortable and reliable way to travel, but also more limited and scarce.
You can take a shuttle bus from Lagos Jibowu to Abuja, there are various shuttle companies operating in Lagos, do your research and pick one.
The journey takes about 10 hours, with a stopover in Lokoja. The price of a shuttle ticket is about N50,000, but it may vary depending on the availability and the demand.
You should book your ticket in advance, as the shuttle service is not very frequent.
6. Train
If you want to travel from Lagos to Abuja by train, you have two options:
You can either take the Abuja-Ibadan railway or the Ibadan-Abuja railway.
The Abuja-Ibadan railway connects the cities of Abuja and Ibadan, while the Ibadan-Abuja railway links Ibadan and Abuja.
To use the Ibadan-Abuja railway from Lagos, you will need to change trains at the Ibadan station.
The Ibadan-Abuja railway operates only once a day and the journey from Lagos to Abuja lasts approximately 13 to 15 hours
I hope this information helps you plan your trip. Have a safe and enjoyable journey! 😊
