📌 Quick answer: According to the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) fares page, a Lagos–Ibadan train ticket costs ₦3,600 in Regular class, ₦6,500 in Business and ₦13,000 in First Class, with cheaper fares for Lagos–Abeokuta and Abeokuta–Ibadan. An Abuja–Kaduna ticket costs ₦3,600 (Regular), ₦6,500 (Business) or ₦9,000 (First). Children pay a lower “minor” fare in Regular class. Book only on the NRC’s official sites: nrc.gsds.ng for Lagos–Ibadan, nrc.tps.ng for Abuja–Kaduna and nrc-fane.ng for Warri–Itakpe.
The train is one of the most comfortable ways to travel between Lagos and Ibadan or Abuja and Kaduna, and it avoids the traffic and potholes of the expressways. But fares differ by class and distance, and the NRC has warned passengers to book only on its official websites.
This guide lists the fares from the NRC’s official fares page, the stations and timetable for Lagos–Ibadan, and how to book each route safely.
Lagos–Ibadan Train Fares (LITS)
| Route | First Class | Business | Regular (adult) | Regular (minor) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lagos – Ibadan | ₦13,000 | ₦6,500 | ₦3,600 | ₦3,000 |
| Lagos – Abeokuta | ₦9,000 | ₦4,500 | ₦3,000 | ₦2,000 |
| Abeokuta – Ibadan | ₦6,000 | ₦3,000 | ₦2,000 | ₦1,000 |
The NRC lists minor fares only for Regular class. If you are travelling with children in Business or First Class, check the price on the booking site.
Abuja–Kaduna Train Fares (AKTS)
| Class | Adult | Minor |
|---|---|---|
| First Class | ₦9,000 | – |
| Business | ₦6,500 | – |
| Regular | ₦3,600 | ₦3,000 |
The Abuja–Kaduna Train Service, which the NRC describes as its flagship train corridor, links Abuja (Idu station) with Kaduna.
Warri–Itakpe Train Fares (WITS)
The NRC’s fares page shows the Warri–Itakpe fares as an image rather than text, and the Warri–Itakpe booking site shows the fare for your chosen stations, date and class when you search. Check nrc-fane.ng for the exact price of your trip before you travel.
Which Class Should You Choose?
- Regular is the cheapest and suits most short trips. On Lagos–Ibadan, it costs just over a quarter of the First Class fare.
- Business costs about 1.8 times the Regular fare on both Lagos–Ibadan and Abuja–Kaduna.
- First Class is the most expensive. On Lagos–Ibadan it is twice the Business fare, so decide whether the extra comfort is worth it for a trip of about two and a half hours.
For a family of two adults and two children travelling Lagos–Ibadan in Regular class, the fares on the NRC page come to ₦13,200 one way (₦3,600 × 2 + ₦3,000 × 2), or ₦26,400 for a return trip.
Lagos–Ibadan Stations
| Order (from Lagos) | Station | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mobolaji Johnson Station | Ebute Metta, Lagos |
| 2 | Babatunde Raji Fashola Station | Agege, Lagos |
| 3 | Lateef Kayode Jakande Station | Agbado |
| 4 | Professor Yemi Osinbajo Station | Kajola |
| 5 | Olufunmilayo Ransome-Kuti Station | Papalanto |
| 6 | Professor Wole Soyinka Station | Abeokuta |
| 7 | Aremo Olusegun Osoba Station | Olodo |
| 8 | Ladoke Akintola Station | Omi-Adio |
| 9 | Obafemi Awolowo Station | Moniya, Ibadan |
Lagos–Ibadan Timetable
The timetable on the LITS booking site lists morning, afternoon and evening trains in both directions. The full journey between Ebute Metta and Moniya takes about 2 hours 33 minutes on trains that stop at every station, and about 2 hours 21 minutes on the afternoon trains that skip some stations.
| Direction | Departures listed | Arrives (about) |
|---|---|---|
| Lagos (Ebute Metta) to Ibadan (Moniya) | 7:45am or 8:00am (morning), 1:40pm (afternoon, limited stops), 4:00pm (evening) | 2 hours 21 to 33 minutes later |
| Ibadan (Moniya) to Lagos (Ebute Metta) | 8:00am (morning), 10:50am (limited stops), 4:00pm and 4:30pm (evening) | 2 hours 21 to 33 minutes later |
The LITS booking site itself carries a notice about changes to train times and asks passengers to check their route before travelling. Arrive early: you will need time to find your coach and get through station checks.
How to Book a Train Ticket Online
Each route has its own official booking website. The NRC links to all three from its homepage, nrc.gov.ng.
| Route | Official booking site | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Lagos–Ibadan (LITS) | nrc.gsds.ng | Also on the “NRC LITS Ticket Booking App” (Google Play and App Store) |
| Abuja–Kaduna (AKTS) | nrc.tps.ng | |
| Warri–Itakpe (WITS) | nrc-fane.ng | You can log in or continue as a guest |
The Warri–Itakpe site explains its booking process in six steps:
- Log in or continue as a guest.
- Choose your departure and arrival stations and the date.
- Pick your train and class.
- Select your coach and seats.
- Pay securely online.
- Get your e-ticket straight away, and keep it on your phone or print it.
Book Only on Official Sites
The Lagos–Ibadan booking site carries a clear warning: book LITS tickets only on nrc.gsds.ng, and do not use Bookit.ng or any other third-party website.
On 15 October 2026, the NRC also issued a statement rejecting a report that went viral on social media accusing the corporation of ticket racketeering on the Abuja–Kaduna service. Whatever the truth of any individual claim, the safest approach is simple:
- Buy only from the official booking site for your route.
- Do not pay touts or “agents” who promise tickets on sold-out trains.
- Check the website address carefully before you enter card details.
- Keep your e-ticket and payment receipt until your journey is over.
What You Can and Cannot Carry
The Warri–Itakpe booking site lists items not allowed on that service, and they are a good guide for any NRC train:
- No luggage above 25kg in First Class and Economy
- No flammable materials or combustible liquids such as petrol, diesel, kerosene or engine oil
- No perishable or staining items
- No live or dead animals and poultry
- No arms or sharp objects (military and paramilitary personnel must hand weapons to the NRC Police Command for safekeeping)
- No bicycles or motorcycles
- No smoking, alcohol, hawking or preaching, and no filming without authorisation
Other NRC Services
The NRC also runs narrow-gauge passenger services, including routes such as Lagos–Kano, Minna–Kaduna and Aba–Port Harcourt, which it listed in its 2026 Sallah special train announcement. Their fares are not on the NRC’s fares page, so ask at the station. The NRC also offers excursion and special train services for groups.
For Warri–Itakpe help, the booking site lists helpdesk@nrc-fane.ng, 0813 463 7664 (call and WhatsApp) and 0903 180 0517 (WhatsApp only). The NRC’s head office is at 1 Okeira Road, Railway Compound, Ebute Metta, Lagos (info@nrc.gov.ng).
Planning a trip home for the holidays? See our guide to public holidays from November 2026 to January 2027 and book early.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Lagos to Ibadan train fare in 2026?
₦3,600 in Regular class, ₦6,500 in Business and ₦13,000 in First Class, according to the NRC’s fares page.
How much is the Abuja to Kaduna train fare?
₦3,600 in Regular class, ₦6,500 in Business and ₦9,000 in First Class. Children pay ₦3,000 in Regular.
How long is the train from Lagos to Ibadan?
About 2 hours 33 minutes on trains that stop at all nine stations, according to the LITS timetable.
Where do I book the Lagos–Ibadan train?
Only on the NRC’s official site, nrc.gsds.ng, or its LITS ticket booking app. The NRC warns against using Bookit.ng or other third-party sites.
Where does the Lagos–Ibadan train start in Lagos?
At Mobolaji Johnson Station in Ebute Metta, with stops including Agege, Agbado and Abeokuta before Moniya in Ibadan.
Is there a cheaper fare for children?
Yes, in Regular class: ₦3,000 for Lagos–Ibadan and Abuja–Kaduna, ₦2,000 for Lagos–Abeokuta and ₦1,000 for Abeokuta–Ibadan.
Sources
- Nigerian Railway Corporation – “Fares” page, nrc.gov.ng, checked 1 November 2026
- Nigerian Railway Corporation – LITS booking site and timetable, nrc.gsds.ng, checked 1 November 2026
- Nigerian Railway Corporation – Warri–Itakpe e-ticketing site, nrc-fane.ng, checked 1 November 2026
- Nigerian Railway Corporation – “NRC debunks involvement in viral ticket racketeering video on AKTS”, press statement, 15 October 2026
Last updated: 1 November 2026 · NaijaSabi Travel Desk. Fares and train times can change; confirm the price and time on the official booking site before you travel.
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