**Off-Peak Travel is Key:** To significantly reduce travel time and avoid frustrating gridlock on the Lekki-Epe Expressway and the Mainland, aim to travel during off-peak hours (typically between 10 AM and 3 PM).

**Cash & Small Denominations:** Always carry sufficient smaller denominations of Naira (₦100, ₦200, ₦500) as bus conductors frequently lack change for large notes.

**Safety & Awareness:** Keep your belongings secure and be highly aware of your surroundings, especially in crowded bus stops. Avoid openly displaying valuables.

**Alternative via Iyana-Oworo:** For a potentially less congested route, consider taking a bus from Ajah directly to Iyana-Oworo, and then another bus from Iyana-Oworo to Fadeyi/Onipanu. This route avoids the Lekki-Epe/Island traffic bottleneck, though total travel time might be similar depending on traffic.

**Ride-Hailing Option:** For a more comfortable and direct, but significantly more expensive, alternative, consider ride-hailing services like Bolt or Uber. Expect costs to be upwards of ₦9,000 - ₦15,000+ in, subject to surge pricing and traffic.