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Moving from Ebute Metta to Costain is a very short journey within the Lagos Mainland axis. Because they are close, you can easily use standard yellow buses (Danfo), try a mix of Tricycles (Keke), or use a ride-hailing app. However, because of severe traffic bottlenecks and sudden fare changes caused by current fuel price hikes, even this short distance requires good planning to avoid getting stuck or overcharged.
Distance
4.5 km
Duration
25 mins
Total Cost
β¦400 - β¦700
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Walk down or take a short drop to the popular Oyingbo Bus Stop near the modern market.
Look for the conductors shouting 'Costain! Costain! Costain!' and board a yellow Danfo bus heading that way.
Stay on the bus as it drives past the Otto area and approaches the National Theatre axis.
Tell the conductor 'Drop at Costain' and highlight carefully at the Costain Bus Stop near the round-about or under-bridge.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Walk down or take a short drop to the popular Oyingbo Bus Stop near the modern market.
Look for the conductors shouting 'Costain! Costain! Costain!' and board a yellow Danfo bus heading that way.
Stay on the bus as it drives past the Otto area and approaches the National Theatre axis.
Tell the conductor 'Drop at Costain' and highlight carefully at the Costain Bus Stop near the round-about or under-bridge.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Ebute Metta β Costain corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦2,400
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
For a smooth morning trip, move before 7:00 AM or wait until after 10:00 AM when the early rush dies down. For evening trips, try to leave before 4:30 PM, or prepare to relax until around 8:00 PM when the heavy Costain gridlock begins to clear.
Safety Rating
Medium - The route is generally busy and safe during the day, but you must be very careful at night. Watch out for pickpockets at Oyingbo bus stop and Costain Under-bridge. Keep your phones and wallets tucked away safely inside the commercial buses, especially when traffic slows down or during the evening rush.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct Lagos Rail Mass Transit (Blue or Red Line) linking Ebute Metta directly to Costain. While the standard high-capacity BRT buses do not have a dedicated lane on this short inner route, you can find regular commercial Danfos and occasionally LAGRIDE vehicles operating along the corridor.
Heavy delivery trucks and logistics vans must take the service lane under the Ojuelegba bridge due to strict height restriction barriers on the flyover.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Ebute Metta β Costain corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦2,400
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Small delay on the road
Hold-up Delay Today
6 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
17 to 22 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.15x)
Heavy delivery trucks and logistics vans must take the service lane under the Ojuelegba bridge due to strict height restriction barriers on the flyover.
Areas Affected
Murtala Muhammed Way
Costain β Ebute Metta
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