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Traveling from Banana Island to Palmgrove in Lagos involves navigating through some of the city's busiest areas. This guide provides detailed public transport options, costs, and crucial local intelligence to ensure a smooth journey. Expect multiple bus changes and varying travel times depending on traffic.
Distance
18.0 km
Duration
1h 30m
Total Cost
₦650 - ₦900
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From Banana Island Gate, take a 'Keke Napep' or 'Danfo' (yellow bus) going to Falomo.
At Falomo, look for a 'Danfo' heading to Obalende. This is a common route.
From Obalende, find a 'Danfo' that is 'going to' or 'along' Ikorodu Road, specifically asking for 'Maryland'. Be careful of LASTMA/VIO presence around Obalende.
At Maryland, cross to the other side of Ikorodu Road (if coming from Obalende) and take a 'Danfo' or 'Keke Napep' going to 'Palmgrove'. It's a short distance.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From Banana Island Gate, take a 'Keke Napep' or 'Danfo' (yellow bus) going to Falomo.
At Falomo, look for a 'Danfo' heading to Obalende. This is a common route.
From Obalende, find a 'Danfo' that is 'going to' or 'along' Ikorodu Road, specifically asking for 'Maryland'. Be careful of LASTMA/VIO presence around Obalende.
At Maryland, cross to the other side of Ikorodu Road (if coming from Obalende) and take a 'Danfo' or 'Keke Napep' going to 'Palmgrove'. It's a short distance.
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Status
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Best Time to Travel
To avoid heavy traffic, travel between 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM, or after 7:00 PM on weekdays. Weekends, especially Saturday mornings, can also be less congested. Avoid peak hours (6:00 AM - 9:30 AM and 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM) as travel time can more than double.
Safety Rating
Medium. During the day, routes are generally safe. However, always be aware of your belongings. For late evening travel, 'one-chance' incidents (where criminals pose as public transport operators) can occur, so it's safer to use well-lit, busy bus stops and shared taxis from known parks if available, or trusted ride-hailing (though not covered in this guide).
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) is available for a significant portion of the journey along Ikorodu Road, offering a faster and more structured option from areas like Obalende/CMS towards Palmgrove. There is no rail service applicable for this specific intracity route.
Private and public transit vehicles entering Abuja city center via the City Gate must maintain the 50km/h speed limit to avoid FRSC safety penalties.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Banana Island → Palmgrove corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
₦4,800
Available Riders Nearby
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Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
4 to 9 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
Private and public transit vehicles entering Abuja city center via the City Gate must maintain the 50km/h speed limit to avoid FRSC safety penalties.
Areas Affected
Banana Island Road