Moving from the seat of power in Alausa, Ikeja down to the busy commercial hub of Orile requires connecting through major highways like Ikorodu Road or Funsho Williams Avenue. Because of the current high fuel prices, your movement needs proper planning. Depending on whether you choose a yellow commercial bus (Danfo), the Blue Rail line, or a ride-hailing car, your budget and travel time will change completely.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the worst gridlock, leave Alausa before 6:30 AM for morning movement. For midday travel, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM is quite free. For evening travel, try to move before 4:00 PM or wait until after 8:30 PM to avoid sleeping on the road.
Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
4 to 9 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
How Road Be Now
Standard daytime traffic. Some slow-moving vehicles near commercial hubs.
Hold-up delay
+27 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Walk or take a short Keke from Alausa Secretariat to the main road at Secretariat Under-Bridge.
Board a big yellow bus or Danfo going towards Ojota or directly to Oshodi.
From Ojota or Oshodi, enter another Danfo heading towards Costain or Ojuelegba.
At Costain or Ojuelegba, board the final short-distance Danfo or Keke going straight into Orile Bus Stop.
Always carry smaller cash denominations (change) to avoid serious arguments with bus conductors.
Keep your bag zipped and hold it tightly across your chest when changing buses at Ojota or Ojuelegba.
Ask the conductor clearly if the bus is passing through the bridge or under the bridge before you board.
Fares usually shoot up instantly if dark clouds look like it wants to rain.
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Safety Rating
Medium - Be very alert at major interchanges like Ojota, Ojuelegba, and under the Orile bridge, especially in the early morning and late night. Keep your phone and wallet safe from pickpockets and do not board unbranded vehicles (One-Chance).
BRT / Rail / Water
Yes, you can use the BRT bus system from Ketu or Ojota down to Fadeyi or Costain. More importantly, the Lagos Blue Rail line operates directly from Mile 2 through Orile down to Marina, which you can easily connect from Costain or Surulere.
Distance
25.0 km
Duration
1h 30m
Total Cost
₦1,800 - ₦2,600
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Standard daytime traffic. Some slow-moving vehicles near commercial hubs.
Hold-up delay
+27 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
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
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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
Ikorodu Road
It is safest to hold at least ₦3,500 in physical cash if you are using commercial buses. If you plan to return the same day, keep about ₦7,000 to cover sudden fare increments from evening rush hour or traffic.
Yes, the Lagos Blue Line rail system operates daily from morning till evening, moving passengers safely between Mile 2, Orile, National Theatre, and Marina.
Do not stand alone in dark corners. Move quickly to brightly lit areas where food vendors or many transport operators are standing. Board only buses that have passengers already inside.
No, you will rarely find a single commercial Danfo going directly from Alausa straight to Orile. You must break the journey into at least two or three parts, usually connecting through Ojota, Oshodi, or Costain.