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Abuja to Port Harcourt: Cost, Distance, Location, and Direction

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Abuja to Port Harcourt: Cost, Distance, Location, and Direction

November 5, 2021

If you have plans to travel from Abuja to Port Harcourt, you have come to the right place. This article will tell you things you need to know about your planned trip. You will learn what the trip costs, how far away it is, and so much about the city of Port Harcourt. To begin, let’s talk a little bit about where you're coming from.

 

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In this fast-growing city, you can easily find a bus park with buses going to Port Harcourt. Area 1, Area 3, Gwagwalada, and other parts of the FCT have vehicles that go to Port Harcourt. All of the millions of residents can make their way to them. There won’t be a lot of traffic on the way, since Abuja is known for its free-flowing traffic. But we can say the same for Port Harcourt.

How does Port Harcourt compare with Abuja?

Abuja has a sizable population of Federal government employees and contractors. Loads of people troop to the FCT every year looking for a better life in its many suburbs. On the other hand, Port Harcourt has a lot of oil workers and bankers. Both cities are expensive to live in. Still, their many recreation centres and tourist attractions make them worthwhile.

 

Port Harcourt Pleasure Park
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For example, in the garden city sits a place called Port Harcourt Pleasure Park. It’s a fun spot for both kids and adults to eat mouth-watering local dishes, play different games, have a boat ride, and generally enjoy the peaceful ambience. There is a lake within the premises which also adds to the beauty of it all.

You’ll feel at one with nature when you find friendly deer feeding on the grounds, the way they naturally would. This place is a true paradise. But if you think that is all the city has to offer, you would be wrong. Another place worth visiting is the Rivers State Cultural Centre.

This is where you can watch cultural dancers display their skills. You can also watch stage shows and admire the locally-made arts and crafts. You can even buy some of the lovely items on display as a way to remember your visit. Other locations you can visit include Port Harcourt Tourist Beach, Bonny Island, Port Harcourt Zoo, and many others in this South-South region.

What is the distance between the two cities?

To go from Abuja to Port Harcourt by road, you will need to travel 675 kilometres. That is if you take the shortest route - the Abuja-Lokoja Road. The other route is closer to 700 kilometres.

How long will it take to travel by road?

You will be travelling fast. Highway rules apply here. Still, it will take about 11 hours to get to your destination. Of course, that does not include changing conditions like roadblocks and construction projects. Any of these can increase the travel time.

 

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How much fuel will the trip consume?

About 70 litres of petrol will be consumed by the end of the journey. It could be more though, depending on your vehicle type and the efficiency of its engine. But let’s say that you decide to travel by bus. What would it cost you?

Cost of travelling from Abuja to Port Harcourt by bus.

There are a variety of intercity transport companies that can take you to Port Harcourt. All you need to do is pick your preferred one and book a ride. That will cost between 9,200 and 10,000 Naira. It is important to note that with TRANSITA it is easier to book any bus ticket of your choice on a platform that is simple to use and reliable.

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