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Moving from the quiet, high-brow area of Banana Island in Ikoyi to the busy port city of Apapa is a journey that takes you across the Lagos lagoon and through major commercial hubs. Because of heavy traffic from fuel tankers and trucks heading to the wharf, this route requires good timing and smart choices to avoid getting stuck on the road for hours.
Distance
28.0 km
Duration
1h 50m
Total Cost
₦2,300 - ₦3,400
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Take a private shuttle bus or gate-approved Keke from inside Banana Island to the main Ikoyi gate or Falomo Roundabout.
Board a direct Danfo bus from Falomo heading towards Obalende bus stop.
From Obalende, enter a big commercial bus or Danfo going to Costain or CMS, and drop off at Costain Under-bridge.
At Costain, board a final Danfo heading straight into Apapa Wharf or Broad Street/Liverpool.
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Take a private shuttle bus or gate-approved Keke from inside Banana Island to the main Ikoyi gate or Falomo Roundabout.
Board a direct Danfo bus from Falomo heading towards Obalende bus stop.
From Obalende, enter a big commercial bus or Danfo going to Costain or CMS, and drop off at Costain Under-bridge.
At Costain, board a final Danfo heading straight into Apapa Wharf or Broad Street/Liverpool.
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30-60 Min
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Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the worst gridlock, leave Banana Island before 6:00 AM for morning trips. For afternoon travel, move between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Avoid heading into Apapa between 4:30 PM and 8:30 PM when trucks clog the narrow port access roads.
Safety Rating
Medium - While Banana Island and Ikoyi are very secure, areas around Costain, Ijora, and Apapa require high alertness. Watch out for 'one-chance' buses at public stops, avoid showing your phone near traffic choke points where pickpockets operate, and beware of reckless truck drivers on the bridges.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT lane or rail line running from Banana Island into Apapa. However, the Lagos Blue Line rail is accessible nearby at Marina if you take a connecting boat or bus, which can get you closer to the Lagos Island side before you cross over to Apapa.
The Oshodi multi-terminal is highly secure, but pickpockets operate on the outer pedestrian bridges. Keep phones and wallets zipped in inner pockets.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Banana Island → Apapa corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
₦6,600
Available Riders Nearby
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Chance to get bus/car
Small queue at the park
Hold-up Delay Today
1 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
14 to 19 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.22x)
The Oshodi multi-terminal is highly secure, but pickpockets operate on the outer pedestrian bridges. Keep phones and wallets zipped in inner pockets.
Areas Affected
Alfred Rewane Road