Moving from Fadeyi to Lakowe takes you from the Mainland deep into the Lagos Island-Ajah axis. The journey covers over 50 kilometers and cuts through major choke points. Because of high fuel prices and heavy traffic on the Lekki-Epe road, you need to plan your budget and your movement carefully to avoid getting stuck for hours.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
Leave Fadeyi very early between 5:30 AM and 6:30 AM to beat the Island traffic. For afternoon trips, move between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Avoid starting this journey between 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM because workers returning home will clog the road.
Chance to get bus/car
Plenty crowd / long queue
Hold-up Delay Today
2 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
16 to 21 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
How Road Be Now
Severe evening congestion. Major routes are currently at high capacity.
Hold-up delay
+270 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Stand at Fadeyi Bus Stop along Ikorodu Road and board a commercial bus (Danfo) or a BRT bus going to Obalende.
Drop at Obalende Under-bridge. Walk to the main motor park and enter a large Coaster bus or Danfo going straight to Ajah.
Alight at Ajah under the bridge. Cross the road to the park facing the Epe axis and board a final Danfo heading to Lakowe or Epe.
Tell the conductor you will drop at Lakowe Bus Stop. Once you drop, you can take a local Keke or walk to your final street.
Always carry change (small naira notes) to avoid fights with the conductor.
Hold your bag tightly in front of you when walking through Obalende and Ajah parks.
Ask the conductor if the bus is passing through the express or inner roads before you enter.
If you are confused, ask food vendors or uniform security men for directions, not random loafers.
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Safety Rating
Medium - Beware of pickpockets at Obalende and Ajah under-bridge, especially at night. Keep your phone and wallet inside your bag. Do not enter regular unbranded vehicles (One-Chance) at dark bus stops; stick to major parks.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT buses are available from Fadeyi to CMS/Obalende. From Obalende down to Lakowe, there is no BRT lane or rail system, so you must rely on standard Danfo buses, coasters, or private cars.
Distance
52.0 km
Duration
2h 30m
Total Cost
₦2,300 - ₦3,700
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Severe evening congestion. Major routes are currently at high capacity.
Hold-up delay
+270 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
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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
Ikorodu Road
Due to the current fuel price inflation, the total cost depends on the option you choose. A regular Danfo connection will cost between ₦2,300 and ₦3,700, while faster Sienna or express cars will cost between ₦3,500 and ₦5,500.
No, there is no direct commercial bus from Fadeyi to Lakowe. You must stop and change buses at least twice, usually at Obalende or CMS first, and then at Ajah before getting to Lakowe.
Yes, ride-hailing services work on this route. However, because of the long distance (over 50km) and heavy traffic, an Uber or Bolt will cost anywhere from ₦18,000 to ₦28,000 depending on the time of day.
Avoid traveling between 5:00 PM and 8:30 PM. The traffic heading towards Lakowe from Ajah and Sangotedo during these closing hours can hold you on the road until late midnight.