This is a complete, real-world transport guide for moving from Adeniji on Lagos Island to Maryland on the Mainland. Because of current fuel price hikes and transport fare inflation across Lagos, prices are higher than before. This guide breaks down exactly how to navigate the route using standard yellow buses (Danfo), express options, or ride-hailing services without losing money or getting stranded.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the heavy Lagos traffic, the best time to move from Adeniji to Maryland is between 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM (off-peak hours). If you must travel during the evening rush hour (4:30 PM to 8:30 PM), prepare for significant delays on Ikorodu Road.
Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-1 to 4 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+5 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Walk down to Adeniji Bus Stop under the bridge and look for a yellow Danfo bus going to Yaba or Jibowu.
Drop at Yaba or Jibowu bus stop, then cross over to the side facing Ikorodu Road.
Board another Danfo heading towards Ojota or Mile 12, and tell the conductor you will drop at Maryland.
Always hold your change (small denominations) before you enter the Danfo to avoid 'wowo' or fighting with conductors over balance.
Listen carefully to the conductor when they call the destination so you do not enter a bus going towards a different route like Oshodi.
Keep your luggage small and secure on your lap to avoid paying extra money for a seat space.
If the bus is delayed at Jibowu, you can walk a short distance to Fadeyi to catch cheaper moving buses.
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Safety Rating
Medium - The route is generally safe during the day, but you must be very careful at the bus stops. Pickpockets operate heavily around Adeniji under-bridge and Maryland under-bridge. Keep your phones and wallets inside your bags, avoid using your phone while standing in crowded spaces, and do not board any unmarked vehicle (One-Chance) that looks suspicious.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT lane starting from Adeniji itself. However, once you use a local connection to get to Fadeyi, Ojota, or any major bus stop along the Ikorodu Road corridor, you can easily tap your Cowry Card to board a regulated BRT bus directly to Maryland.
Distance
14.5 km
Duration
45 mins
Total Cost
₦1,100 - ₦1,700
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+5 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Areas Affected
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Bypass the Ikeja Under-Bridge corridor from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. Traffic builds rapidly due to commercial buses loading along the main road lanes.
Areas Affected
Third Mainland Bridge
Due to recent fuel price increases and high transport inflation, using standard public Danfo buses will cost you between ₦1,100 and ₦1,700 total. If you choose an express connection or private ride-hailing, the cost will be significantly higher.
No, there is no direct BRT bus terminal inside Adeniji. To use the BRT, you need to take a local bus from Adeniji to Yaba or Fadeyi bus stop. From Fadeyi, you can easily use your Cowry Card to enter a regulated BRT bus going straight along the Ikorodu Road corridor to Maryland.
The safest time is during broad daylight between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Avoid standing around Adeniji under-bridge or Maryland under-bridge alone before 6:30 AM in the morning or after 8:30 PM in the evening when street boys (Area Boys) operate frequently.
If there is an emergency gridlock on the bridge, tell your driver or find a Danfo that diverts through Eko Bridge down to Western Avenue (Funsho Williams Avenue). This alternative route goes through Ojuelegba to link up back with Ikorodu Road towards Maryland.