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This guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of the commute from Falomo in Ikoyi to Alaba International Market. Moving from the quiet corporate hub of Lagos Island across to the heavy commercial zones of mainland West Lagos requires balancing different public and private transit systems while dodging major bottleneck choke points.
Distance
36.5 km
Duration
2h 20m
Total Cost
β¦2,300 - β¦3,500
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Walk or enter a short Keke from under the Falomo Bridge down to Obalende park.
Board a large yellow Danfo bus or standard Coaster bus going straight to Mile 2. This route will take you through Eko Bridge and down the Apapa-Oshodi Expressway corridor.
Drop at Mile 2 Under-bridge and cross over safely to the park facing the Badagry Expressway axis. Board another Danfo heading towards Okokomaiko or Badagry, and tell the conductor you will drop at Alaba Bus Stop.
From Alaba bus stop on the expressway, enter a local Keke or take a short walk directly down the market road to enter the main Alaba International Market sections.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Walk or enter a short Keke from under the Falomo Bridge down to Obalende park.
Board a large yellow Danfo bus or standard Coaster bus going straight to Mile 2. This route will take you through Eko Bridge and down the Apapa-Oshodi Expressway corridor.
Drop at Mile 2 Under-bridge and cross over safely to the park facing the Badagry Expressway axis. Board another Danfo heading towards Okokomaiko or Badagry, and tell the conductor you will drop at Alaba Bus Stop.
From Alaba bus stop on the expressway, enter a local Keke or take a short walk directly down the market road to enter the main Alaba International Market sections.
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30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦8,100
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To escape the worst gridlock, try to depart Falomo early between 6:00 AM and 7:00 AM, or wait until the mid-day window between 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM. Evening travel after 4:30 PM will drag you into deep home-bound traffic.
Safety Rating
Medium - Commuters must stay alert, especially around heavy crowd centers like Mile 2, Maza Maza, and Alaba Under-bridge. Watch your pockets, keep your phone away when inside slow-moving traffic, and completely avoid late-night movements along the Badagry Expressway axis.
BRT / Rail / Water
Yes, blue-line rail is available from Marina to Mile 2, which helps bypass a huge part of the mainland traffic. Standard BRT corridor operations also run parts of the Mile 2 to Badagry Expressway lane, though construction disruptions still happen.
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 Falomo β Alaba corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦8,100
Available Riders Nearby
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Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-14 to -9 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
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
Alfred Rewane Road
Alaba β Falomo
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