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Moving from Badagry to Ikotun takes you from the far coastal border area of Lagos down into the busy heart of Alimosho local government. Because there is no single straight bus that goes from Badagry down to Ikotun directly, any commuter using public transport must enter multiple buses or connecting rides. The classic way to do this journey is to travel along the Badagry Expressway up to Iyana-Iba bus stop or Mile 2, then turn into the inner roads like Lasu-Iba road to link up with Ikotun. Due to current high fuel prices across Nigeria, transportation fares have increased significantly, so you need a good amount of cash on hand.
Distance
48.0 km
Duration
2h 30m
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Go to the main Badagry Roundabout or Badagry Garage and board a big commercial Danfo bus or shared car heading towards Iyana-Iba or Mile 2.
Tell the conductor you will drop at Iyana-Iba Bus Stop. Alight safely near the market side or under the pedestrian bridge.
Cross over or walk to the side road leading towards LASU gate and look for the specific Danfo buses loading passengers straight to Ikotun or Igando.
Board the bus and follow it all the way through Igando, checking out through the windows until the vehicle reaches the final stop at Ikotun Market / Under-bridge.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Go to the main Badagry Roundabout or Badagry Garage and board a big commercial Danfo bus or shared car heading towards Iyana-Iba or Mile 2.
Tell the conductor you will drop at Iyana-Iba Bus Stop. Alight safely near the market side or under the pedestrian bridge.
Cross over or walk to the side road leading towards LASU gate and look for the specific Danfo buses loading passengers straight to Ikotun or Igando.
Board the bus and follow it all the way through Igando, checking out through the windows until the vehicle reaches the final stop at Ikotun Market / Under-bridge.
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Status
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Best Time to Travel
The best time to leave Badagry is between 5:30 AM and 6:30 AM if you want to skip the intense morning rush hour traffic at Iyana-Iba. For afternoon travel, 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM is highly recommended because the road is usually free and commercial drivers move much faster.
Safety Rating
Medium - You must stay alert at major drop points like Iyana-Iba and Ikotun under-bridge. Beware of pickpockets and area boys who exploit rushing commuters, especially early in the morning and late at night. Always keep your phone and wallet secure inside your bag.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT lane or functional passenger rail line connecting Badagry straight to Ikotun. While the Lagos Blue Line rail operates from Mile 2 to Marina, it does not head inside towards Ikotun, so you must rely completely on commercial Danfo buses, local Keke, or private ride-hailing cars.
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 Badagry β Ikotun corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦10,200
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-7 to -2 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
Badagry Expressway
Ikotun β Badagry
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