Lagos to Abuja: 791km·~12 hr 10 min drive
City: 10.5 · Hwy: 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Cost — Lagos → Abuja (791km)
₦70,004
70.0L × ₦1,000/L · Mixed · 8.8L/100km
Drive time
12 hr 10 min
Litres needed
70.0L
Cost per km
₦89
Tank fill-ups
2x
⚠ Needs 2 fill-ups — plan fuel stops en route
City vs Highway Breakdown
Drive time assumes typical interstate conditions with normal traffic and stops. Fuel cost shown for a Toyota Camry 2.5 at mixed driving (~9L/100km) and ₦1,000/litre pump price — actual cost depends on your car and driving style.
| Route | Distance | Drive Time | Camry Est. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lagos → Abuja | 791km | 10–13 hrs | ₦71,320 |
| Lagos → Port Harcourt | 669km | 9–12 hrs | ₦60,210 |
| Lagos → Ibadan | 128km | 1.5–2 hrs | ₦11,520 |
| Lagos → Benin City | 320km | 4–5.5 hrs | ₦28,800 |
| Abuja → Kano | 370km | 5–6.5 hrs | ₦33,300 |
| Port Harcourt → Calabar | 212km | 3–3.5 hrs | ₦19,080 |
| Abuja → Enugu | 370km | 5–6.5 hrs | ₦33,300 |
| Lagos → Enugu | 518km | 7–9 hrs | ₦46,620 |
Calculating the petrol cost of a Nigerian road trip involves three numbers: the distance in kilometres, your car's fuel consumption in litres per 100km, and the current pump price per litre. The formula is simple: (distance ÷ 100) × fuel consumption × pump price = naira cost. A Toyota Camry 2.5 consuming 9L/100km over the 791km Lagos–Abuja route uses 71.2 litres. At ₦1,000/litre, that's ₦71,200.
Where it gets complicated is Nigerian pump prices are volatile and deregulated. Since the subsidy removal in 2023, pump prices track the naira/dollar exchange rate and have fluctuated significantly. This calculator's slider covers ₦500–₦2,000/litre so you can set the exact price at your filling station before you travel — not a six-month-old figure from a press release.
The driving mode also dramatically affects cost. Lagos–Abuja is not a purely highway drive — the first 30km out of Lagos and last 20km into Abuja are city-speed, and stop-and-go conditions on the Sagamu–Ore stretch can increase fuel consumption 20–30% above highway figures. The Mixed mode in this calculator is the most accurate default for most long Nigerian routes.
Fuel stops are a critical part of Nigerian road trip planning. On the Lagos–Abuja route, the key refuelling points are Ore (288km from Lagos), Okene (~530km), and Lokoja (~560km). A Toyota Land Cruiser with its 93-litre tank uses approximately 107 litres on this route — it cannot complete the journey on one tank from Lagos regardless of driving mode.
On the Lagos–Port Harcourt route (669km), fuel stops at Benin City (320km) and Warri (352km) are standard. NNPC Mega Stations are generally more reliable for fuel availability on interstate routes than independent marketers.
Night driving reduces fuel consumption 10–15% due to cooler ambient temperatures and less traffic — but increases risk on the Lagos–Ibadan expressway and Abuja–Kaduna road, which have known security concerns after dark. For daytime travel, budget for the Mixed consumption rate plus 10–15% contingency for unexpected traffic and AC usage.
| Car Model | Mixed L/100km | Litres (791km) | Cost @₦1,000/L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Corolla 1.8 (2014–2019) | 7.8 | 62.1L | ₦62,100 |
| Toyota Camry 2.5 (2012–2017) | 8.8 | 70.0L | ₦70,000 |
| Honda Accord 2.4 (2013–2017) | 8.5 | 67.2L | ₦67,200 |
| Toyota Highlander 3.5 (2014–2019) | 11.7 | 92.1L | ₦92,100 |
| Lexus RX 350 (2016–2022) | 10.8 | 85.0L | ₦85,000 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 | 12.7 | 100.1L | ₦100,100 |
| Toyota Land Cruiser 4.6 V8 | 16.0 | 126.6L | ₦126,600 |
Mixed rate = average of city and highway figures. Actual consumption varies by traffic conditions, AC usage, tyre pressure, and vehicle condition.
Fuel is usually the largest single cost of a Nigerian road trip, but it's not the only one. A realistic trip expense calculator for Nigerian roads should also factor in: tolls on the Lagos–Ibadan expressway and some northern routes (₦200–₦400 per plaza), meals and rest stops (₦3,000–₦8,000 per person for a long trip), and potential vehicle issues on poorly maintained routes.
Tyre wear is accelerated on Nigerian roads compared to manufacturer projections. The Ore–Benin and Abuja–Lokoja stretches have significant pothole exposure, particularly during and after rainy season. For SUVs and saloons over five years old, a pre-trip check of tyre pressure, brake pads, and engine oil is strongly advisable before any trip over 400km.
For accurate travel cost estimation, this calculator gives you the fuel component — the single largest variable cost. Multiply by 1.15–1.25 to get a realistic total trip budget including tolls, food, and a small contingency for unplanned stops.
If you're calculating whether to drive versus fly, Lagos–Abuja flights currently range from ₦50,000–₦200,000 per person. A solo driver in a Toyota Camry spends approximately ₦71,000 in fuel one-way — making the drive economically competitive for one person, but less so once time cost and fatigue are factored in. See our Auto Loan Calculator if you're evaluating vehicle costs more broadly.
Chinedu was weighing a solo trip from Lagos to Abuja — fly for convenience, or drive to save money? A Lagos–Abuja flight was quoting around ₦85,000 one-way. Running his Toyota Camry through this calculator for the 791km route at mixed driving: about 71 litres, roughly ₦71,000 in fuel at ₦1,000/litre. On paper, driving looked ₦14,000 cheaper — but factoring in the 10-13 hour drive time against a 1-hour flight, plus a full day effectively lost to travel, he flew instead and used the saved time to close a deal that was worth far more than the fare difference.
Reviewed by Joshua Victor, Founder. Route distances and fuel figures checked against real driving experience.
Approximately 10–13 hours via the Ore–Okene–Lokoja route, depending on traffic, checkpoints, and road conditions. Leaving before 5am typically saves 1–2 hours by avoiding Lagos exit traffic.
About 791km by road via Ore, Okene, and Lokoja — the standard interstate route. Select the route above for the exact distance and an estimated drive time.
Lagos to Abuja (791km) costs approximately ₦71,000 for a Toyota Camry 2.5 at mixed driving and ₦1,000/litre. A Highlander 3.5 costs approximately ₦92,000 and a Land Cruiser approximately ₦127,000. Use the calculator above to set your exact car and pump price.
Multiply the distance (km) by your car's fuel consumption rate (L/100km) divided by 100, then multiply by the pump price per litre. Example: 791km × 9L/100km ÷ 100 × ₦1,000 = ₦71,190. This calculator does it automatically for 100+ Nigerian car models.
The most fuel-efficient cars on Nigerian roads include the Honda Civic 1.5T (6–8.5L/100km), Toyota Corolla 2.0 (6.2–8.8L/100km), and Hyundai Elantra (6.2–9.0L/100km). At ₦1,000/litre over 791km, a Civic 1.5T costs approximately ₦57,000 versus ₦127,000 for a Land Cruiser.
For interstate routes, use Mixed mode — which averages city and highway figures. Lagos exits and Abuja approaches involve heavy traffic (city conditions), while the main highway stretch is more open. Mixed is the most realistic for most Nigerian long-distance trips. Highway-only is suitable if you leave Lagos before 5am.
Lagos to Ibadan is approximately 128km via the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, typically taking 1.5–2 hours depending on traffic at the Lagos toll gates and expressway construction sections. Select the route above for an exact fuel cost for your car.