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This guide provides detailed public transport options for traveling from Banana Island to Friends Colony in Lagos. It focuses on cost-effective and practical routes using local buses (Danfo), express buses, and ferries. Expect a multi-stage journey with varying travel times depending on Lagos's dynamic traffic conditions.
Distance
35.0 km
Duration
2h 30m
Total Cost
β¦1,200 - β¦2,000
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From Banana Island Gate, take a 'Keke Napep' or shared taxi ('drop') to Falomo Roundabout or Obalende Bus Stop.
At Falomo or Obalende, look for 'Danfo' (yellow buses) heading to 'Ajah' or 'Abraham Adesanya'. Make sure to confirm with the conductor that they are going past 'Abraham Adesanya' or towards 'Badore Roundabout'.
From Abraham Adesanya Bus Stop or Badore Roundabout, take a 'Keke Napep' or shared taxi directly into Friends Colony. Tell the driver 'Friends Colony Estate'.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From Banana Island Gate, take a 'Keke Napep' or shared taxi ('drop') to Falomo Roundabout or Obalende Bus Stop.
At Falomo or Obalende, look for 'Danfo' (yellow buses) heading to 'Ajah' or 'Abraham Adesanya'. Make sure to confirm with the conductor that they are going past 'Abraham Adesanya' or towards 'Badore Roundabout'.
From Abraham Adesanya Bus Stop or Badore Roundabout, take a 'Keke Napep' or shared taxi directly into Friends Colony. Tell the driver 'Friends Colony Estate'.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Banana Island β Friends Colony corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦7,800
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
Early mornings (before 6:00 AM) or late mornings/mid-day (10:00 AM - 3:00 PM) are best to avoid peak traffic. Weekends generally have lighter traffic, especially on Saturdays. Avoid traveling during rush hours (6:00 AM - 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM) if possible.
Safety Rating
Medium. While generally safe during the day, evening travel on public buses requires caution due to potential 'one-chance' incidents, especially on less crowded routes or late at night. Pickpocketing can occur in crowded buses and bus stops. Always be aware of your surroundings.
BRT / Rail / Water
No direct BRT or rail service covers this specific route. BRT lines operate on different corridors in Lagos. However, larger, state-managed or private express buses (often colloquially referred to as 'BRT' by some travelers) ply the Lekki-Epe Expressway corridor.
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 Banana Island β Friends Colony corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦7,800
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
1 to 6 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
Ozumba Mbadiwe Avenue
Friends Colony β Banana Island
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