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This guide helps you navigate from Dolphin Estate in Ikoyi to the Carter Bridge Area on Lagos Island using public transport. Expect a journey involving yellow buses (Danfo) and possibly Keke Marwa. The route is short but heavily impacted by Lagos traffic.
Distance
6.5 km
Duration
45 mins
Total Cost
β¦650 - β¦1,000
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From Dolphin Estate gate, take a Keke Marwa (tricycle) or a 'short-trip' Danfo heading towards Falomo Under Bridge.
At Falomo Under Bridge, look for Danfo buses heading to 'Obalende'. Board one.
From Obalende, find another Danfo going to 'CMS' or 'Idumota'. Carter Bridge is very close to these stops.
Alight at CMS or Idumota. Carter Bridge Area is a short walk from these points.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From Dolphin Estate gate, take a Keke Marwa (tricycle) or a 'short-trip' Danfo heading towards Falomo Under Bridge.
At Falomo Under Bridge, look for Danfo buses heading to 'Obalende'. Board one.
From Obalende, find another Danfo going to 'CMS' or 'Idumota'. Carter Bridge is very close to these stops.
Alight at CMS or Idumota. Carter Bridge Area is a short walk from these points.
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
Early mornings (before 6:30 AM) or late mornings (after 10:00 AM) to avoid peak traffic. Mid-afternoon (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM) is also generally better.
Safety Rating
Medium. The route is generally safe during the day. However, evening travel (after 7 PM) requires caution due to 'one-chance' incidents in some public transport. Pickpocketing is common in crowded areas like CMS and Idumota.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Blue Buses) are not directly accessible from Dolphin Estate for this specific route without taking multiple Danfo stages first. There is no rail option for this intra-city journey.
Due to Ajah flyover layouts, returning U-turns are best performed at designated roundabouts rather than illegal bypasses to avoid traffic penalties.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Dolphin Estate β Carter Bridge Area corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦2,700
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Small queue at the park
Hold-up Delay Today
3 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
13 to 18 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.17x)
Due to Ajah flyover layouts, returning U-turns are best performed at designated roundabouts rather than illegal bypasses to avoid traffic penalties.
Areas Affected
Dolphin Estate Road
Carter Bridge Area β Dolphin Estate
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