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This guide helps you navigate the journey from Alaba International Market area to Shomolu. Moving across these two busy zones means traveling from the far west of Lagos towards the mainland center. Given the massive traffic on the Badagry Expressway and around major hubs like Mile 2 and Oshodi, you need to understand the best bus connections, current high fares caused by fuel price increases, and local landmarks to avoid getting lost.
Distance
34.0 km
Duration
2h 0m
Total Cost
₦2,200 - ₦3,500
How Road Be Now
Peak morning rush. Expect significant delays at major intersections and bridges.
Hold-up delay
+168 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Take a local Keke or small bus from Alaba Market to Mile 2 Bus Stop.
Board a large yellow Danfo bus heading from Mile 2 to Oshodi Interchange.
From Oshodi, enter another Danfo bus going towards Yaba or Ikorodu Road, and drop at Fadeyi or Onipanu.
Take a direct short-trip Danfo or a Keke from Onipanu or Fadeyi straight into Shomolu (Banjoko / Fadipe streets).
Always enter a bus with 'change' (small naira notes) in your hand to avoid long arguments with conductors.
Hold your bag firmly in front of your chest while walking through Mile 2 and Oshodi platforms.
Ask the conductor clearly if the bus is passing through your exact drop-off point before you step inside.
Watch out for sudden price changes when clouds gather, as drivers double fares immediately it starts raining.
With the current transport inflation and fuel updates, it is safest to hold at least ₦3,500 to ₦4,000 for a one-way trip using commercial buses. This gives you a cushion if fares spike due to sudden traffic or rain.
You can use the Blue Line Rail from Mile 2, but it goes towards Marina (Lagos Island). It does not go directly to Shomolu. For Shomolu, connecting via road buses through Oshodi remains the most direct path.
Avoid the Mile 2 axis between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM in the morning, and between 5:00 PM and 8:30 PM in the evening. This is when trucks, tankers, and workers clog up the entire expressway.
Always use the main designated parks inside the Oshodi Interchange terminals. Avoid boarding random buses standing loosely under the bridges or along the main highway lanes, especially when it is dark.
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Status
Verified Route
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Best Time to Travel
To beat the worst gridlock, leave Alaba before 6:00 AM or wait until the off-peak window between 10:00 AM and 2:30 PM. Evening travel after 4:30 PM faces heavy traffic all the way back, so plan around these times.
Safety Rating
Medium - Be very alert at major connection hubs like Mile 2 and Oshodi. Keep your phones and wallets inside your bags, especially early in the morning or late at night. Beware of pickpockets and do not display cash openly.
BRT / Rail / Water
Yes, partial availability. The Lagos Blue Line Rail runs from Mile 2 to Marina, but for Shomolu, your best bet is using the standard BRT corridor along Ikorodu Road once you connect through Fadeyi or Onipanu.
How Road Be Now
Peak morning rush. Expect significant delays at major intersections and bridges.
Hold-up delay
+168 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
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Chance to get bus/car
Small queue at the park
Hold-up Delay Today
11 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
7 to 12 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.13x)
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Areas Affected
Badagry Expressway