Benin City to Ilorin

Updated: March 11, 2024 12:12 AM

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Benin City to Ilorin: A Comprehensive Guide

Language

The official language of both Benin City and Ilorin is English. However, you may also hear other languages spoken, such as Edo in Benin City and Yoruba in Ilorin.

Currency

The official currency of both Benin City and Ilorin is the Nigerian Naira (₦). ATMs and currency exchange services are widely available in both cities.

Distance

The distance between Benin City and Ilorin is approximately 400 kilometers (250 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to travel from Benin City to Ilorin, including by road, train, and air.

• By road: The journey by road takes approximately 6-8 hours, depending on traffic. There are several bus companies that operate direct services between the two cities.
• By train: There is no direct train service between Benin City and Ilorin. However, you can take a train from Benin City to Jebba and then connect to another train from Jebba to Ilorin.
• By air: There are no direct flights between Benin City and Ilorin. However, you can take a flight from Benin City to Abuja and then connect to another flight from Abuja to Ilorin.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Benin City to Ilorin varies depending on the mode of transport and the time of year. Here is an approximate breakdown of the costs:

• By road: Bus fares range from ₦3,000 to ₦5,000 per person.
• By train: Train fares range from ₦2,000 to ₦4,000 per person.
• By air: Flight fares range from ₦20,000 to ₦40,000 per person.

Best Time to Go

The best time to travel from Benin City to Ilorin is during the dry season, which runs from November to April. During this time, the weather is cooler and less humid.

What to Eat

There are a variety of delicious dishes to try in both Benin City and Ilorin. Here are some of the most popular dishes:

• Benin City: Edo Agbon (white soup with fish), Egusi soup, Bini Banga soup
• Ilorin: Amala and Ewedu soup, Iyan and Efo riro, Gbegiri and Ewedu soup

Where to Go

There are a number of interesting places to visit in both Benin City and Ilorin. Here are some of the most popular tourist attractions:

• Benin City: The National Museum of Benin, the Oba of Benin's Palace, the Igun Street (where the bronze casters live)
• Ilorin: The Emir's Palace, the Ilorin Central Mosque, the Owu Waterfalls

FAQs

• How long does it take to get from Benin City to Ilorin by road? Approximately 6-8 hours.
• Is there a direct train service between Benin City and Ilorin? No, there is no direct train service.
• What is the best time to visit Benin City and Ilorin? The best time to visit is during the dry season, which runs from November to April.
• What are some of the most popular dishes to try in Benin City and Ilorin? Edo Agbon, Egusi soup, Bini Banga soup, Amala and Ewedu soup, Iyan and Efo riro, Gbegiri and Ewedu soup.
• What are some of the most popular tourist attractions in Benin City and Ilorin? The National Museum of Benin, the Oba of Benin's Palace, the Igun Street, the Emir's Palace, the Ilorin Central Mosque, the Owu Waterfalls.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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