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Moving from Ebute Metta (Mainland) to Ibeju-Lekki (Island) takes you from the old heart of Lagos to the rapidly developing industrial hub. This journey crosses the Third Mainland Bridge, cuts through the busy Lekki-Ajah corridor, and ends at the Epe expressway area. Because of recent fuel price increases, the fare depends heavily on whether you enter standard commercial buses (Danfo) or use corporate coasters, and the trip can easily take two to three hours depending entirely on traffic gridlock around Lekki toll gate and Ajah.
Distance
65.0 km
Duration
2h 30m
Total Cost
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Walk or enter a short Keke from your location in Ebute Metta to Oyingbo Bus Stop.
Board a direct Danfo or a Coaster bus heading to CMS or Obalende. Drop at the final bus stop.
From CMS or Obalende, locate the big buses or Danfos going straight to Ajah. Board one and alight at Ajah.
At Ajah, move to the Epe park or the roadside and board a final Danfo heading towards Ibeju-Lekki or Eleko Junction.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Walk or enter a short Keke from your location in Ebute Metta to Oyingbo Bus Stop.
Board a direct Danfo or a Coaster bus heading to CMS or Obalende. Drop at the final bus stop.
From CMS or Obalende, locate the big buses or Danfos going straight to Ajah. Board one and alight at Ajah.
At Ajah, move to the Epe park or the roadside and board a final Danfo heading towards Ibeju-Lekki or Eleko Junction.
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Best Time to Travel
To beat the morning rush, leave Ebute Metta before 5:30 AM. If traveling off-peak, mid-day between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM is ideal. Avoid leaving the Mainland between 4:30 PM and 8:30 PM unless you are prepared for heavy bumper-to-bumper traffic.
Safety Rating
Medium - The route is generally secure during daylight hours. However, be highly alert at night around Oyingbo Under-bridge and Ajah Under-bridge due to pickpockets and area boys. Keep your phone and wallet safe inside the bus, and do not display cash openly.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT lane or Rail line going all the way from Ebute Metta to Ibeju-Lekki. You can use the blue line rail from nearby National Theatre to Marina to skip some Mainland traffic, or take standard BRT buses from Oyingbo to CMS before connecting to the Lekki corridor via regular buses.
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 Ibeju-Lekki corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦13,200
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Small queue at the park
Hold-up Delay Today
10 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
13 to 18 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.22x)
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
Third Mainland Bridge
Ibeju Lekki β Ebute Metta
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