You can travel from Balogun Market to Ikoyi easily by using public yellow buses or booking a car through an app like Uber or Bolt.
Distance
6.0 km
Duration
35 mins
Total Cost
₦500 - ₦800
Status
Verified Route
Current Status
Severe evening congestion. Major routes are currently at high capacity.
Est. Delay
+63 min
* Based on peak pattern analysis
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Walk from Balogun Market towards the CMS Bus Stop area.
Take a small yellow bus going to Obalende.
At Obalende, take another short bus or a Keke (tricycle) into Ikoyi (Awolowo Road or Borden Avenue).
Carry small money (change) to pay the conductor.
Hold your bag tightly because Balogun Market is very crowded.
Ask the driver 'Are you going to Ikoyi?' before you enter.
Avoid traveling during rush hour (4:00 PM - 7:00 PM) to miss heavy traffic.
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It usually takes 20 to 45 minutes, but it can take longer if there is a lot of traffic.
The cheapest way is to take the yellow public buses (Danfo) from CMS to Obalende and then to Ikoyi.
Yes, it is a common walk, but stay alert and keep your phone and wallet safe in your pockets.