Moving from Agungi on the Lekki axis to the University of Lagos (Unilag) in Yaba requires crossing over from the Island to the Mainland. This commute is very common but can be highly stressful due to heavy traffic on the Lekki-Epe Expressway and the Third Mainland Bridge. Depending on your budget and time, you can complete this journey using commercial yellow buses (Danfo), a combination of mini-buses (Korope) and the BRT, or private ride-hailing services.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the morning rush hour, it is best to leave Agungi before 6:00 AM. If traveling during the off-peak period, plan your movement between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. For evening travel, wait until after 8:30 PM to avoid the massive gridlock heading back to the Mainland.
Chance to get bus/car
Normal / Easy to get bus
Hold-up Delay Today
6 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
24 to 29 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.18x)
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+11 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Walk or take a short Keke from your house in Agungi to the main Agungi Bus Stop on the Lekki-Epe Expressway.
Stand at the bus stop and board a big yellow Danfo or a commercial mini-bus (Korope) heading straight to Obalende.
Walk through the Obalende under-bridge park and board another Danfo heading to Yaba or Ojuelegba. Tell the conductor you will drop at Yaba.
At Yaba Bus Stop, cross over to the Unilag park and enter a direct campus shuttle bus or a Keke that goes straight into the Unilag gate.
Always hold small change (legal tender notes like ₦200 and ₦500) to pay the Danfo conductor and avoid dirty arguments over change.
Listen carefully to the conductor when they shout your destination so you do not board a bus going to Ajah by mistake.
Keep your bags firmly zipped and held to your chest when navigating through the crowded Obalende and Yaba market parks.
Ask the driver if the bus is going through 'Third Mainland Bridge' or 'Costain' so you can estimate your travel time accurately.
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Safety Rating
Medium - Commuters must be highly alert, especially at major transit hubs like Obalende, Oshodi, and Yaba. Keep your phone and wallet secure to avoid pickpockets. Avoid boarding completely empty or suspicious-looking Danfo buses at night to protect yourself from 'One-Chance' criminals.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT or rail line from Agungi to Unilag. However, you can connect to the standard regulated BRT/BRI network once you reach Obalende or CMS, which can take you down to Yaba or fully air-conditioned coastal ferries that drop around the Mainland.
Distance
28.0 km
Duration
1h 50m
Total Cost
₦2,300 - ₦3,500
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+11 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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
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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
Lekki-Epe Expressway
Because of current fuel price hikes, if you are using public Danfo buses, expect to spend between ₦2,300 and ₦3,800 for a one-way trip. If you choose a private ride-hailing service, it will cost you anywhere between ₦9,000 and ₦14,000 depending on the traffic density.
The ultimate secret is time. You must leave Agungi very early in the morning, preferably by 5:30 AM or 6:00 AM at most. Once it hits 7:00 AM, the traffic at Jakande, Lekki Toll Gate, and the Third Mainland Bridge exit will add an extra 1 to 2 hours to your journey.
No, there are no direct public commercial Danfo buses that move from Agungi straight into the Unilag campus. You must stop at major transit points like Obalende or CMS first, get another vehicle to Yaba, and then take the final local shuttle inside the school.
It is moderately safe, but you must be very careful. Avoid standing at dark, lonely bus stops around Obalende or Yaba after 9:00 PM. If you must travel late, use a recognized ride-hailing car or move with a group of people, and never display your expensive smartphones in public.