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This guide provides practical public transport options and vital intelligence for traveling from Banana Island in Ikoyi to Randle Avenue in Surulere, Lagos. Expect multiple bus changes and varying travel times due to Lagos traffic. The journey typically covers about 12 kilometers and can take between 1 hour 15 minutes to 2 hours, depending on traffic conditions and waiting times.
Distance
12.0 km
Duration
1h 30m
Total Cost
₦800 - ₦1,500
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From inside Banana Island, take a Keke Napep or shared Danfo to the Banana Island Gate.
At Banana Island Gate, find a Danfo heading towards Falomo or Ikoyi Link Bridge.
From Falomo, board a Danfo going to Obalende. This is a major hub.
At Obalende, look for a Danfo bus heading towards Ojuelegba or Fadeyi. Be clear with the conductor about your destination.
From Ojuelegba, take another Danfo or a Keke Napep directly to Randle Avenue. Specify your exact drop-off point on Randle Avenue.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From inside Banana Island, take a Keke Napep or shared Danfo to the Banana Island Gate.
At Banana Island Gate, find a Danfo heading towards Falomo or Ikoyi Link Bridge.
From Falomo, board a Danfo going to Obalende. This is a major hub.
At Obalende, look for a Danfo bus heading towards Ojuelegba or Fadeyi. Be clear with the conductor about your destination.
From Ojuelegba, take another Danfo or a Keke Napep directly to Randle Avenue. Specify your exact drop-off point on Randle Avenue.
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Best Time to Travel
To avoid heavy traffic, travel during off-peak hours, typically between 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM on weekdays. Early mornings (before 6:00 AM) and late evenings (after 9:00 PM) are also less congested but come with higher safety risks.
Safety Rating
Medium. While generally safe during the day, pickpocketing is common in crowded bus stops and buses. 'One-chance' incidents (where passengers are robbed by criminals posing as public transport operators) can occur, especially at night or in less populated areas. Always be alert, especially when boarding buses, and avoid late-night travel if possible.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) services are available for parts of this route, specifically from CMS/TBS to Fadeyi/Ojuelegba, offering a potentially faster option on dedicated lanes. There are no rail options for this intra-city journey.
Speed cameras on the Third Mainland Bridge are fully active. Public transit vehicles must adhere to the 80km/h limit to ensure commuter safety.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Banana Island → Randle Avenue corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
₦3,700
Available Riders Nearby
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Chance to get bus/car
Normal / Easy to get bus
Hold-up Delay Today
2 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
9 to 14 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.1x)
Speed cameras on the Third Mainland Bridge are fully active. Public transit vehicles must adhere to the 80km/h limit to ensure commuter safety.
Areas Affected
Ozumba Mbadiwe Avenue