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Traveling from Gusau, Zamfara State, to Gumel, Jigawa State, is a journey of approximately 450.6 km, taking about 6 hours. The route primarily involves connecting from Gusau to major highways, passing through or bypassing Kano, and then heading northeast to Gumel. Public transport options include shared Sienna vehicles and inter-state buses, with Kano serving as a key transit hub.
Distance
450.6 km
Duration
6h 2m
Total Cost
₦9,000 - ₦14,000
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Go to Gusau Central Motor Park or specific Sienna garages within the park. Ask for vehicles going to Gumel or Kano (if direct Gumel is unavailable, you'll connect in Kano).
Book a seat in a shared Sienna minivan. These vehicles typically depart once full. Confirm the destination is Gumel or that the driver can drop you at a connecting point in Kano for Gumel.
Depart Gusau. The journey begins by departing left on an unnamed local road, then turning left again onto another unnamed road. At the end of this road, turn left onto another unnamed road. These are feeder roads connecting to the main highway.
Turn right onto an unnamed road, then at the end of that road, turn right again onto another unnamed road. Continue to a roundabout and take a slight right onto an unnamed road.
Exit the roundabout right onto an unnamed road. Proceed to another roundabout and turn right onto an unnamed road. Exit this roundabout with a slight right onto an unnamed road.
Arrive at a major roundabout. Take a slight right onto the A126. You will stay on the A126 through several roundabouts, taking slight rights to remain on it. This road will take you towards Funtua and eventually connect towards Kano.
Continue straight on the A126, which will eventually change its name to Sokoto Road as you approach Kano. Expect a brief stop or slow-down in Funtua.
Turn left onto an unnamed road, then sharp left onto another unnamed road. Turn right onto the Kano-Zaria Highway. This section will lead you towards the Eastern By Pass of Kano.
Take the off-ramp, a slight right onto an unnamed road, which will become the Eastern By Pass. Continue straight on the Eastern By Pass, bypassing the main Kano city traffic.
At a roundabout, turn right onto an unnamed road, then exit the roundabout with a slight right onto another unnamed road. This road will eventually become the Kano-Gumel Road.
Continue straight onto the Kano-Gumel Road. You will encounter a roundabout; take a slight right to remain on Kano-Gumel Road. Exit the roundabout with a slight right, staying on Kano-Gumel Road.
Continue straight on the Gumel to Hadejia Road as you enter Gumel. Turn slight right onto an unnamed local road, and you will arrive at your destination or a central drop-off point.
From the drop-off point, take a Keke Napep (tricycle) or okada (motorcycle taxi) to your final destination within Gumel.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Go to Gusau Central Motor Park or specific Sienna garages within the park. Ask for vehicles going to Gumel or Kano (if direct Gumel is unavailable, you'll connect in Kano).
Book a seat in a shared Sienna minivan. These vehicles typically depart once full. Confirm the destination is Gumel or that the driver can drop you at a connecting point in Kano for Gumel.
Depart Gusau. The journey begins by departing left on an unnamed local road, then turning left again onto another unnamed road. At the end of this road, turn left onto another unnamed road. These are feeder roads connecting to the main highway.
Turn right onto an unnamed road, then at the end of that road, turn right again onto another unnamed road. Continue to a roundabout and take a slight right onto an unnamed road.
Exit the roundabout right onto an unnamed road. Proceed to another roundabout and turn right onto an unnamed road. Exit this roundabout with a slight right onto an unnamed road.
Arrive at a major roundabout. Take a slight right onto the A126. You will stay on the A126 through several roundabouts, taking slight rights to remain on it. This road will take you towards Funtua and eventually connect towards Kano.
Continue straight on the A126, which will eventually change its name to Sokoto Road as you approach Kano. Expect a brief stop or slow-down in Funtua.
Turn left onto an unnamed road, then sharp left onto another unnamed road. Turn right onto the Kano-Zaria Highway. This section will lead you towards the Eastern By Pass of Kano.
Take the off-ramp, a slight right onto an unnamed road, which will become the Eastern By Pass. Continue straight on the Eastern By Pass, bypassing the main Kano city traffic.
At a roundabout, turn right onto an unnamed road, then exit the roundabout with a slight right onto another unnamed road. This road will eventually become the Kano-Gumel Road.
Continue straight onto the Kano-Gumel Road. You will encounter a roundabout; take a slight right to remain on Kano-Gumel Road. Exit the roundabout with a slight right, staying on Kano-Gumel Road.
Continue straight on the Gumel to Hadejia Road as you enter Gumel. Turn slight right onto an unnamed local road, and you will arrive at your destination or a central drop-off point.
From the drop-off point, take a Keke Napep (tricycle) or okada (motorcycle taxi) to your final destination within Gumel.
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Best Time to Travel
Early morning (between 6:00 AM and 8:00 AM) is the best time to depart. This allows you to complete the bulk of your journey during daylight hours, reducing risks associated with night travel and avoiding peak city traffic.
Safety Rating
Medium. While major highways are generally safer during the day, parts of this route, especially the A126 and roads leading into Jigawa, can have varying security concerns. Daytime travel is highly recommended. Always be aware of your surroundings and avoid displaying valuables.
BRT / Rail / Water
There are no direct BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) or train services available for the Gusau to Gumel route. Train services in Nigeria are limited to specific corridors (e.g., Abuja-Kaduna, Lagos-Ibadan) and do not cover this region.
Speed cameras on the Third Mainland Bridge are fully active. Public transit vehicles must adhere to the 80km/h limit to ensure commuter safety.
Areas Affected
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30-60 Min
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₦82,700
Available Riders Nearby
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Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
1 to 6 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
Speed cameras on the Third Mainland Bridge are fully active. Public transit vehicles must adhere to the 80km/h limit to ensure commuter safety.
Areas Affected
A126
Gumel → Gusau
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