Loading travel data...
Gathering live data
Loading travel data...
Compiling Route Details...
Gathering live data
Compiling Route Details...
This guide provides essential public transport routes and critical travel intelligence for passengers moving from Banana Island (Ikoyi) to Ijora Badia (Mainland) in Lagos. Expect multi-leg journeys, potential traffic, and cost-effective options.
Distance
12.5 km
Duration
1h 15m
Total Cost
β¦500 - β¦800
Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From your specific location on Banana Island, take a Keke Napep or a short Danfo bus to Falomo Bridge or Obalende Bus Stop. Ask for 'Obalende'.
At Obalende, look for a 'Danfo' bus heading towards 'Ijora Olopa' or 'Apapa'. Confirm with the conductor that it will pass 'Ijora 7-Up'.
Alight at 'Ijora 7-Up' or 'Ijora Olopa'. From there, take another short Danfo or a Keke Napep directly into 'Ijora Badia'.
Was this route guide helpful for your commute today?
Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From your specific location on Banana Island, take a Keke Napep or a short Danfo bus to Falomo Bridge or Obalende Bus Stop. Ask for 'Obalende'.
At Obalende, look for a 'Danfo' bus heading towards 'Ijora Olopa' or 'Apapa'. Confirm with the conductor that it will pass 'Ijora 7-Up'.
Alight at 'Ijora 7-Up' or 'Ijora Olopa'. From there, take another short Danfo or a Keke Napep directly into 'Ijora Badia'.
Was this route guide helpful for your commute today?
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Banana Island β Ijora Badia corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦3,800
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To avoid the worst of Lagos' notorious traffic, aim to travel early in the morning (before 6:00 AM) or during off-peak hours (between 10:30 AM and 3:00 PM). Weekends, especially Sundays, typically offer much lighter traffic conditions.
Safety Rating
Medium. Travel during daylight hours is generally safe. However, always be aware of your surroundings, especially at crowded bus stops and while boarding buses. Avoid displaying valuables openly. 'One-chance' incidents, though uncommon, can occur, particularly in less crowded areas or late at night. Always board buses from recognized bus stops.
BRT / Rail / Water
There are no direct BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) or rail lines that cover the entire route from Banana Island to Ijora Badia. While BRT operates in parts of Lagos, it does not serve this specific cross-city route directly. The new Lagos Blue Line Rail does not offer a practical connection for this journey.
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 Ijora Badia corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦3,800
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Small queue at the park
Hold-up Delay Today
7 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
14 to 19 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
Alexander Avenue
Ijora Badia β Banana Island
Return guide with latest fares and stops.