Moving from Cele Express to Jibowu is a very popular commute in Lagos. It takes you from the busy Oshodi-Apapa Expressway straight into the heart of the mainland transport hub at Jibowu. Because of recent fuel price hikes, fares change quickly, but this guide gives you the exact routes, steps, and realistic current prices to help you navigate the journey smoothly without stress.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the heavy morning rush, try to leave Cele before 6:30 AM. For afternoon or off-peak travel, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM is usually free. In the evening, expect heavy traffic from 4:30 PM until 8:30 PM.
Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-12 to -7 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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Stand at Cele Bus Stop along the Express and board a commercial yellow bus (Danfo) heading to Oshodi.
Drop at Oshodi Under-bridge or the main Oshodi Bus Stop and walk towards the terminal going to Mushin / Yaba.
Board another Danfo from Oshodi heading to Yaba or Ojuelegba, and tell the conductor you will drop at Jibowu.
Alight at Jibowu bus stop, right before the famous Empire junction or near the major transport park offices.
Always enter a bus with 'change' (smaller denominations like ₦100 and ₦200) to avoid fights with the conductor.
Listen carefully to the conductor when he shouts the destination to ensure the bus is passing through Fadeyi/Jibowu and not taking a bypass.
Keep your phone and wallet inside your deep pockets or front bag while waiting to board at Cele and Oshodi.
If you are unsure of where to drop, tell the driver or a fellow passenger to alert you once the bus gets to Jibowu.
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Safety Rating
Medium - Hold your bags tightly at Cele Express and Oshodi under-bridge, especially early in the morning or late at night. Beware of pickpockets and do not display your phone in slow-moving traffic.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT bus or train running straight from Cele to Jibowu. However, you can use the standard yellow Danfo buses, or you can take a connection through Oshodi where you can access the Lagos Blue/Red Rail lines or BRT corridors to other parts of Lagos if needed.
Distance
11.0 km
Duration
45 mins
Total Cost
₦900 - ₦1,400
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
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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
Because of recent fuel price increases and transport inflation, if you are using public Danfo buses, budget between ₦900 and ₦1,500 in total. If you are using a ride-hailing app, expect to pay between ₦4,500 and ₦7,000 depending on traffic.
No, Keke tricycles are not allowed to ply the main expressway from Cele through Oshodi to Jibowu. They only operate short inner-street routes. You must use Danfo buses or private cars for this specific journey.
The best way is to leave very early (before 6:30 AM). If you are already caught in peak hours, entering a bus that takes the Oshodi flyover directly towards Fadeyi/Ikorodu road instead of entering the inner Oshodi market lanes will save you a lot of time.
Jibowu is a highly active transport hub with lots of people and luxury bus night travelers, so it is generally busy. However, from 9:00 PM upwards, you must be very alert. Stay in well-lit areas near major transport offices like Chisco, GUO, or Young Shall Grow, and avoid dark corners or lonely bus stops.