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This detailed guide outlines the journey from Illela to Daura, covering a distance of 436.9 km with an estimated travel time of 337 minutes (approximately 5 hours 37 minutes). Please note that based on the provided road names, this route involves transiting through a neighboring country before re-entering Nigeria to reach Daura. Travelers should prepare for international border crossings.
Distance
436.9 km
Duration
5h 37m
Total Cost
₦8,500 - ₦12,300
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Go to the main motor park or designated loading point in Illela. Look for vehicles heading towards Daura or major towns along the route that crosses the border.
Book your seat in a shared Sienna (7-seater) or a Hiace bus. Confirm the destination and fare before boarding. Ensure your travel documents (e.g., National ID, International Passport, Yellow Card if applicable) are ready for border checks.
Depart Illela on unnamed local roads, then turn onto A1, which leads to the N9. Continue straight on N9 towards the international border.
You will cross into a neighboring country. Be prepared for immigration and customs checks. Follow the instructions of border officials. After clearing the border, continue on unnamed roads, then fork slightly right to join the Route trans-sahélienne.
Proceed straight on the Route trans-sahélienne. You will encounter roundabouts; take the slight right to stay on the Route trans-sahélienne.
Continue straight onto Avenue Seyni Kountche. You will navigate through urban areas with multiple roundabouts, turning right onto N18, then continuing slightly left on N18.
Proceed through more roundabouts, turning right onto Avenue Mahamadou Tandja, then navigating several roundabouts on Avenue Seyni Kountche.
Exit the urban area on unnamed roads, heading towards the border back into Nigeria. Be prepared for another set of immigration and customs checks.
After re-entering Nigeria, continue straight onto A9. Follow A9 through several roundabouts, taking rights to stay on A9.
Turn left on an unnamed road, then navigate a series of roundabouts, taking slight rights or rights to follow the path towards F219. Continue on F219, exiting roundabouts to stay on it.
Join Daura Road via a roundabout, then continue on unnamed roads, making a final right turn to arrive at your destination in Daura.
Upon arrival at the Daura motor park, you can take a local Keke Napep (tricycle) or a motorcycle taxi ('Okada') to your final destination within Daura.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Go to the main motor park or designated loading point in Illela. Look for vehicles heading towards Daura or major towns along the route that crosses the border.
Book your seat in a shared Sienna (7-seater) or a Hiace bus. Confirm the destination and fare before boarding. Ensure your travel documents (e.g., National ID, International Passport, Yellow Card if applicable) are ready for border checks.
Depart Illela on unnamed local roads, then turn onto A1, which leads to the N9. Continue straight on N9 towards the international border.
You will cross into a neighboring country. Be prepared for immigration and customs checks. Follow the instructions of border officials. After clearing the border, continue on unnamed roads, then fork slightly right to join the Route trans-sahélienne.
Proceed straight on the Route trans-sahélienne. You will encounter roundabouts; take the slight right to stay on the Route trans-sahélienne.
Continue straight onto Avenue Seyni Kountche. You will navigate through urban areas with multiple roundabouts, turning right onto N18, then continuing slightly left on N18.
Proceed through more roundabouts, turning right onto Avenue Mahamadou Tandja, then navigating several roundabouts on Avenue Seyni Kountche.
Exit the urban area on unnamed roads, heading towards the border back into Nigeria. Be prepared for another set of immigration and customs checks.
After re-entering Nigeria, continue straight onto A9. Follow A9 through several roundabouts, taking rights to stay on A9.
Turn left on an unnamed road, then navigate a series of roundabouts, taking slight rights or rights to follow the path towards F219. Continue on F219, exiting roundabouts to stay on it.
Join Daura Road via a roundabout, then continue on unnamed roads, making a final right turn to arrive at your destination in Daura.
Upon arrival at the Daura motor park, you can take a local Keke Napep (tricycle) or a motorcycle taxi ('Okada') to your final destination within Daura.
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Best Time to Travel
Early morning (between 6 AM and 8 AM) to avoid peak traffic in transit cities and to complete the journey before nightfall. Day travel is safer for border crossings and general road conditions.
Safety Rating
Medium. While the main roads are generally safe during the day, the route involves crossing an international border, which requires proper documentation and awareness of customs procedures. There can be security checkpoints both within Nigeria and at the border. Night travel is not recommended due to reduced visibility and potential security risks on isolated stretches.
BRT / Rail / Water
There are no BRT or rail services available for this interstate route.
If traveling between Lagos and mainland extensions via Berger, plan departures before 6:30 AM or after 8:30 PM to bypass heavy bottlenecks at the outward police posts.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Illela → Daura corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
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₦80,200
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
-12 to -7 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
If traveling between Lagos and mainland extensions via Berger, plan departures before 6:30 AM or after 8:30 PM to bypass heavy bottlenecks at the outward police posts.
Areas Affected
A1
Daura → Illela
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