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Traveling from Banana Island to Oke Eletu is a significant journey across Lagos, stretching from the high-brow Ikoyi area deep into the Ibeju-Lekki corridor. This guide provides practical public transport options, safety tips, and advice to help you navigate this route smoothly and affordably.
Distance
55.0 km
Duration
3h 0m
Total Cost
β¦1,600 - β¦2,500
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From Banana Island Gate, take a 'Keke Napep' (tricycle) or a shared mini-bus (Danfo shuttle) to Obalende Bus Stop.
At Obalende, look for a large Danfo or Coaster bus heading towards 'Eleko Junction' or 'Epe'. Confirm with the conductor that they pass 'Oke Eletu'. This bus will travel along the Lekki-Epe Expressway.
Inform the conductor you are alighting at 'Oke Eletu'. They will drop you off at the appropriate point.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From Banana Island Gate, take a 'Keke Napep' (tricycle) or a shared mini-bus (Danfo shuttle) to Obalende Bus Stop.
At Obalende, look for a large Danfo or Coaster bus heading towards 'Eleko Junction' or 'Epe'. Confirm with the conductor that they pass 'Oke Eletu'. This bus will travel along the Lekki-Epe Expressway.
Inform the conductor you are alighting at 'Oke Eletu'. They will drop you off at the appropriate point.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Banana Island β Oke Eletu corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦11,400
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
Early mornings (before 6:30 AM) or late mornings (after 10:00 AM) are best to avoid peak hour traffic. Traveling on Saturdays or Sundays can also offer a smoother journey due to lighter commercial traffic.
Safety Rating
Medium. During the day, the route is generally safe. However, evening travel, especially past Ajah towards Ibeju-Lekki, carries a higher risk due to 'one-chance' operators and reduced security presence. Always be alert, especially when accepting rides from unknown vehicles.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT is available from CMS/TBS to Ajah. From Banana Island, you would need to take a shuttle to CMS/TBS first. There is no direct BRT route from Falomo/Obalende to Ajah. There are no rail options for this intra-city route.
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 Oke Eletu corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦11,400
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Plenty crowd / long queue
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
23 to 28 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
Queens Drive
Oke Eletu β Banana Island
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