By Sylvia Johnson, LagosMove Senior Editor
Last updated: October 25, 2026
Looking for the Yankari transport price list for 2026? Here is the short answer. The latest fare list that Yankari Express published took effect on 25 December 2024. On that list, Bauchi to Lagos cost ₦25,000, Bauchi to Abuja ₦9,000 and Bauchi to Kano ₦5,500. When we checked again in October 2026, there was still no newer official list. Use these figures to plan, then confirm the real price at the Bauchi booking office before you pay.
Key takeaways
- Yankari Express Corporation is owned by the Bauchi State government. Since 2024 it has sat under the Ministry of Works and Transport.
- The latest published fares date from 25 December 2024. Treat them as a planning guide, not a 2026 quote.
- In 2026 the state approved 30 new vehicles for the company. The first 12 have arrived.
- We could not verify an official phone number, exact terminal address or timetable.
- We found no verified Yankari Express departure from Lagos. Travellers from Lagos usually connect through Abuja, Jos or Kano, or fly.
Yankari Express price list 2026: the latest published fares
HAUSA360 reported the fare schedule, effective 25 December 2024. It covered more than 30 routes. Only the routes below were named in the report.
| Route from Bauchi | Published fare (from 25 Dec 2024) |
|---|---|
| Bununu | ₦1,300 |
| Darazo | ₦2,300 |
| Gombe | ₦4,000 |
| Azare | ₦4,000 |
| Kano | ₦5,500 |
| Abuja | ₦9,000 |
| Kaduna | ₦9,000 |
| Katsina | ₦9,000 |
| Maiduguri | ₦9,000 |
| Lagos | ₦25,000 |
| Port Harcourt | ₦30,000 |
Every fare above starts in Bauchi. Don’t use them as fares for trips that start in Lagos, Abuja or anywhere else. A published fare also doesn’t prove that a bus runs on your travel date.
Is the ₦9,000 Bauchi to Abuja fare still current?
Maybe, but check first. In June 2026, CORRESPONDENT WATCH reported comments from Bauchi’s Commissioner for Works and Transport, Prof. Titus Saul Ketkukah. He said that when commercial fares from Bauchi to Abuja rose above ₦20,000, Yankari Express kept its fare at about ₦9,000. The report gave no date for that fare and didn’t say it was still in force.
So the low fare is a real claim from a government official. But fuel prices, festive seasons and demand all push fares up and down. Our Lagos transport fares guide explains what usually changes prices before you travel.
Why you may see different Yankari fares online
Some websites publish much higher “estimated” Yankari fares for 2026. Some of those estimates are well above the published list. They may be close to what travellers pay today, or they may not. In the sources we checked, these pages did not cite an official fare notice.
Here is how to read any Yankari price you find:
- Published fare: comes from a fare announcement reported by a named outlet. The table above is in this group.
- Estimate: a website’s guess at today’s price. It can help you budget, but it isn’t a quote.
- Counter price: what the booking office charges on your travel day. This is the only price to pay against.
Fare sources compared: what each one tells you
| Source | Date | What it says | How to use it |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAUSA360 fare report | Effective 25 Dec 2024 | Fares for 11 named routes from Bauchi | Planning guide only |
| CORRESPONDENT WATCH | June 2026 | Bauchi to Abuja held at “about ₦9,000” at one point; 30 new vehicles | Shows the fare policy, not today’s price |
| JEWEL TIMES | May 2025 | Book goods at the park office; company history | Background and goods booking advice |
| Bauchi booking office | Your travel day | Current fare, seat and departure time | The only figure to pay against |
Travelling from Lagos to Bauchi: your options compared
We found no verified Yankari Express departure from Lagos. If you start in Lagos, you will most likely travel in two legs or fly. The fares on the Yankari list run from Bauchi, so they only help you price the return trip or the last leg if the same fare applies in the other direction. Ask before you assume it does.
| Option | How it works | Good for | Read next |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus via Abuja | Lagos to Abuja by bus, then a second vehicle to Bauchi | Travellers who want the busiest, most frequent first leg | Lagos to Abuja transport |
| Bus via Jos | Lagos to Jos by bus, then onward to Bauchi | Travellers who prefer a stop on the Plateau side | Lagos to Jos by bus |
| Bus via Kano | Lagos to Kano by bus, then onward to Bauchi | Travellers with plans or contacts in Kano | Lagos to Kano bus guide |
| Fly | Flight from Lagos, then road transport to your address | Travellers short on time | Flights from Lagos to Bauchi |
Whichever option you choose, confirm the fare, terminal and departure time for each leg with the operator before you pay.
What’s new at Yankari Express in 2026
According to CORRESPONDENT WATCH, the Bauchi State government approved 30 vehicles for the company: 25 buses and 5 saloon cars. The first 12 arrived in mid-2026: ten Toyota Hiace 18-seater buses and two Peugeot 406 cars. The other 18 were still expected.
General Manager Engr. Babaji Isah Yunusa said some of the new buses will carry students. He named Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic (ATAP), Sa’adu Zungur University and Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), among others.
More vehicles could mean more seats on busy routes. They don’t confirm any new route or schedule, though. Ask at the park.
A short history
JEWEL TIMES reports that the company began during the Abubakar Tatari Ali government (1979 to 1983). The park had run down before the state moved the company under the Ministry of Works and Transport in 2024. In 2025 the general manager asked the state for passenger lodges at the park and newer vehicles. The company is based in Bauchi State in North-East Nigeria.
Yankari Express terminal: where to board
The main base is the Yankari Express park in Bauchi. We could not confirm its exact street address from an official or reliable published source. That’s why we don’t list one here.
Before you set out:
- Ask for the full terminal address and a landmark.
- Ask which counter handles your route.
- Confirm whether the time you’re given is the reporting time or the departure time.
- If someone books for you, ask them to send the details in writing.
How to book a Yankari Express seat
We found no verified online booking system or official phone line. HAUSA360 says travellers should visit Yankari Express terminals or contact customer care for details.
Here’s a safe way to book:
- Go to the Bauchi park or send someone you trust. Book at the official counter.
- Confirm four things: route, travel date, fare and departure time.
- Ask about luggage. We found no published luggage allowance. Ask about any charge for extra bags before you pay.
- Get a receipt. Keep it until you arrive.
- Be careful with phone and WhatsApp numbers. Anyone can post a number online. Learn how to verify a transport company’s WhatsApp booking line before you send money.
Travelling at night? Use our overnight bus travel checklist for Nigeria.
Sending goods with Yankari Express
The general manager has advised the public to book directly at the park’s booking office when sending products to other states, to avoid misplacement (JEWEL TIMES, May 2025).
Before you hand anything over, ask:
- Is this item accepted?
- What is the charge, and do I get a receipt?
- How should it be labelled?
- Where and when can the receiver collect it?
For other ways to ship, compare our guide to interstate delivery from Lagos.
Safety tips for the journey
- Board only at the official park, not by the roadside.
- Share your bus details and expected arrival time with someone.
- Keep your ID, phone, cash and charger on you.
- Report road emergencies to the FRSC (Federal Road Safety Corps).
For more, read our transport safety guide.
Other North-East and northern operators to compare
If Yankari Express doesn’t serve your route or date, check these guides:
- Yobe Line Transport
- Adamawa Sunshine Transport
- Taraba Express transport price list
- Lagos to Jalingo by bus
- Plateau Express Transport
- Kano Line Motors
- Sokoto Express Transport
- Lagos to Maiduguri transport
For the bigger picture, see transportation from Lagos to other states.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Yankari Express from Bauchi to Lagos?
The latest published fare was ₦25,000, effective 25 December 2024 (HAUSA360). No newer official figure was available in October 2026. Confirm the price at the booking office.
How much is Yankari Express from Bauchi to Abuja?
It was ₦9,000 on the December 2024 schedule. In 2026 the state commissioner said the company had kept this fare at about ₦9,000 while others charged over ₦20,000 (CORRESPONDENT WATCH). Check before you travel.
Who owns Yankari Express?
The Bauchi State government. The company sits under the Ministry of Works and Transport (JEWEL TIMES; CORRESPONDENT WATCH).
Does Yankari Express have new buses?
Yes. The state approved 30 vehicles in 2026. The first 12 arrived, including ten Toyota Hiace 18-seater buses (CORRESPONDENT WATCH).
Does Yankari Express leave from Lagos?
We found no verified Yankari Express departure from Lagos. The published fares all start in Bauchi. From Lagos, most travellers go by bus through Abuja, Jos or Kano, or fly, then confirm onward transport to Bauchi.
What is the Yankari Express phone number?
We could not verify an official number. Get contact details at the Bauchi park counter. Don’t trust numbers you see in forwarded messages or on directory sites.
How we checked this guide
In October 2026 we reviewed published reports from HAUSA360, CORRESPONDENT WATCH and JEWEL TIMES. We also searched for an official Yankari Express website, fare notice or phone line, and found none. We don’t publish estimated fares as facts, unconfirmed addresses or directory phone numbers. When a newer official fare list appears, we will update this page.
This guide is for general travel planning only. Fares, routes and schedules can change without notice. LagosMove isn’t affiliated with Yankari Express. Always confirm details with the operator before you pay or travel. Information last checked: October 25, 2026.
