This guide helps you move from Cele Bus Stop along the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway down to Ejigbo. The route connects two busy parts of mainland Lagos, moving from the highway through inner-link roads and directly into the heart of Ejigbo. Depending on traffic around the major intersections, the journey can take anywhere from 30 minutes to over an hour.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the heavy morning rush hour traffic, try to move before 6:30 AM or wait until off-peak hours from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM. For the evening trip, try to pass before 4:30 PM or hold on until after 8:30 PM when the bottle-necks clear out.
Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-2 to 3 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+5 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Walk to the Cele-Okota road side under the footbridge and look for commercial Danfo buses loading passengers straight to Jakande Gate or Ejigbo.
Board the Danfo heading towards Jakande Gate. Ensure you have your change (loose money) ready before entering to avoid issues with the bus conductor.
Drop at Jakande Gate bus stop, cross over safely, and board a short-distance commercial bus or Keke Marwa (tricycle) heading to Ejigbo Last Bus Stop or NNPC.
Alight from the vehicle at your final destination within Ejigbo, such as NNPC or Ejigbo Bus Stop.
Always enter buses that have official Lagos yellow commercial paint to ensure they are registered transport vehicles.
Ask the conductor clearly where the bus is stopping before you climb in, so you do not get dropped off halfway.
Keep lower denominations of Naira notes handy so the conductor does not 'join' you with another passenger due to lack of change.
Avoid using your mobile phone near the open windows of the Danfo bus while in slow-moving traffic to prevent phone snatching.
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Safety Rating
Medium - Watch out for pickpockets at Cele bus stop, especially when rushing to board a commercial vehicle early in the morning or late at night. Hold your phone and bag tightly. Inside the commercial buses, ensure you mind your belongings and avoid pulling out large cash in public view.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct Lagos BRT bus lane or standard commercial rail service running directly from Cele inner-junctions straight into Ejigbo.
Distance
11.5 km
Duration
45 mins
Total Cost
₦800 - ₦1,300
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+5 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
Bypass the Ikeja Under-Bridge corridor from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. Traffic builds rapidly due to commercial buses loading along the main road lanes.
Areas Affected
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Bypass the Ikeja Under-Bridge corridor from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. Traffic builds rapidly due to commercial buses loading along the main road lanes.
Areas Affected
Oshodi-Apapa Expressway
Due to high fuel prices and current transport fare inflation, the total cost by commercial public bus (Danfo) ranges between ₦800 and ₦1,300 depending on the time of day and weather conditions.
Direct buses are rare, especially during off-peak periods. Most times, you will need to take a bus or Keke to Jakande Gate first, then take a very quick connection vehicle from there into Ejigbo.
It is moderately safe, but it is highly recommended to finish your journey before 9:00 PM. The bus stops can get lonely, dark, and prone to street boys (area boys) looking to snatch bags or phones from late commuters.
Always state your denomination clearly before you enter the bus. If you only have large notes, try buying a small item like sachet water or gala at the bus stop to break the money into smaller denominations before boarding.