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This guide covers a long-distance journey of approximately 837.4 km from Anthony, Lagos, to a location named Yaba in Northern Nigeria, specifically towards the Katsina State axis, taking about 635 minutes (over 10 hours) of driving time. It's a major interstate trip, not the short local Lagos route. You will travel through several states including Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Kwara, Niger, Kaduna, and ultimately Katsina State.
Distance
837.4 km
Duration
10h 35m
Total Cost
β¦25,000 - β¦40,000
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From Anthony, Lagos, take a local yellow 'Danfo' bus or 'Keke NAPEP' to a major interstate bus park for Northern routes.
Board a reputable interstate luxury or regular bus heading towards Katsina State (e.g., ABC Transport, God is Good Motors, Chisco Transport, Peace Mass Transit). Confirm the final destination and drop-off point with the bus company.
The bus will follow the general path of Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Ibadan-Ilorin Expressway, then through parts of Kwara, Niger, and Kaduna states towards Katsina. You will pass through towns like Ibadan, Ilorin, Jebba, and potentially Kaduna or Kano before reaching a major town in Katsina State (e.g., Katsina city, Funtua).
From your drop-off point in Katsina State (e.g., Katsina city or Funtua), take a local 'Keke NAPEP', 'Okada' (motorcycle taxi), or shared taxi to your specific 'Yaba' destination along the Malumfashi - Katsina Road axis.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From Anthony, Lagos, take a local yellow 'Danfo' bus or 'Keke NAPEP' to a major interstate bus park for Northern routes.
Board a reputable interstate luxury or regular bus heading towards Katsina State (e.g., ABC Transport, God is Good Motors, Chisco Transport, Peace Mass Transit). Confirm the final destination and drop-off point with the bus company.
The bus will follow the general path of Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Ibadan-Ilorin Expressway, then through parts of Kwara, Niger, and Kaduna states towards Katsina. You will pass through towns like Ibadan, Ilorin, Jebba, and potentially Kaduna or Kano before reaching a major town in Katsina State (e.g., Katsina city, Funtua).
From your drop-off point in Katsina State (e.g., Katsina city or Funtua), take a local 'Keke NAPEP', 'Okada' (motorcycle taxi), or shared taxi to your specific 'Yaba' destination along the Malumfashi - Katsina Road axis.
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Best Time to Travel
Depart very early in the morning (e.g., 5 AM - 6 AM) from Lagos to avoid city traffic and ensure you complete the bulk of your journey, especially the northern sections, before nightfall. Weekdays generally have more traffic than weekends, but public transport runs daily.
Safety Rating
Medium to Low. This is a very long interstate journey, especially through Northern Nigeria. While major highways are generally safe during the day, certain sections, particularly in parts of Niger, Kaduna, and Katsina states, have known security challenges. Night travel is strongly discouraged due to increased risks of banditry, kidnapping, and poor road visibility. Always travel in registered public transport with reputable companies and avoid isolated routes.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) is available only within Lagos for local travel to your departure point. There is no direct BRT or rail service connecting Lagos to this Yaba in Northern Nigeria. The Lagos-Ibadan Standard Gauge Rail is available but only covers a fraction of this route and does not extend to the northern destination.
Due to Ajah flyover layouts, returning U-turns are best performed at designated roundabouts rather than illegal bypasses to avoid traffic penalties.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Anthony β Yaba corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦152,300
Available Riders Nearby
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Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
3 to 8 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
Due to Ajah flyover layouts, returning U-turns are best performed at designated roundabouts rather than illegal bypasses to avoid traffic penalties.
Areas Affected
Mobolaji Bank-Anthony Way
Yaba β Anthony
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