Moving from the multi-layered intersections of Costain down to the seat of power at the Alausa Secretariat in Ikeja is a very busy trip. Because fuel prices are high, public transport fares can change based on the specific time of day, but the road remains the most straight connection linking the Mainland core to the State administrative hub.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
The safest and fastest times to leave Costain are between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM to miss the severe morning and evening office rushes.
Chance to get bus/car
Small queue at the park
Hold-up Delay Today
1 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
17 to 22 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.12x)
How Road Be Now
Severe evening congestion. Major routes are currently at high capacity.
Hold-up delay
+135 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Stand at the main Costain Bus Stop and look for a direct yellow Danfo bus going towards Ojuelegba or Yaba. Board the bus and notify the conductor you are dropping off.
Drop at Ojuelegba Bus Stop, cross over safely using the pedestrian bridge, and enter another Danfo heading straight to Ojota or Maryland.
From Ojota Bus Stop, join a short-trip connection bus or a small Keke going directly inside the Alausa Secretariat axis.
Drop safely at the final bust stop under the Alausa pedestrian crossing close to the state secretariat buildings.
Always move with your exact change or change your big money before you board a Danfo to avoid any rough arguments with conductors.
Hold your phone inside your bag tightly whenever you are moving through crowded junctions like Ojuelegba.
Check the front window of the Danfo for the route paper board before you jump inside to ensure it is passing through your intended direction.
If the weather looks very dark or cloud is forming, immediately enter the next available bus before the downpour creates massive gridlocks.
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Safety Rating
Medium - You must remain very careful at crowded places like Ojuelegba and Ikeja Under-bridge where pickpockets operate. Avoid carrying your phone openly at bus stops when it is dark.
BRT / Rail / Water
Yes, standard regulated BRT corridors operate close by along the main Ikorodu Road axis. The Lagos Rail Mass Transit Blue Line does not cross directly into Alausa, but the new Red Line train runs nearby up to Ikeja.
Distance
19.5 km
Duration
1h 15m
Total Cost
₦1,100 - ₦1,700
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Severe evening congestion. Major routes are currently at high capacity.
Hold-up delay
+135 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
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
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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
Funsho Williams Avenue
With the current high price of fuel, it is best to keep at least ₦2,500 cash in your pocket for a round public transport trip, or up to ₦9,000 if you plan to hire a private app ride.
Yes, you can comfortably combine standard government BRT buses using your Cowry Card from the main highway or use private car hailing options straight to the secretariat.
The early morning peak period from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM experiences heavy traffic as workers go towards the capital, and the closing rush from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM is equally congested.
Yes, you can easily divert through Surulere to connect into Western Avenue or use the commercial train service running through the Ikeja station lines.