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Navigating from Falomo in Ikoyi to Allen Avenue in Ikeja requires understanding Lagos's unique public transport system. This guide provides practical options using Danfo buses and BRT, detailing costs, travel times, and essential local intelligence to ensure a smooth journey.
Distance
18.5 km
Duration
1h 15m
Total Cost
β¦500 - β¦900
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From Falomo Bus Stop, find a Danfo heading to Obalende. This is a short trip.
At Obalende, look for a Danfo going to Ikeja Under Bridge or Ojota. Confirm 'Ikeja' before boarding. This bus will cross the Third Mainland Bridge and pass through Maryland.
From Ikeja Under Bridge, take another Danfo or a Keke Napep (tricycle) to Allen Avenue. Allen Avenue is a short distance from Ikeja Under Bridge.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From Falomo Bus Stop, find a Danfo heading to Obalende. This is a short trip.
At Obalende, look for a Danfo going to Ikeja Under Bridge or Ojota. Confirm 'Ikeja' before boarding. This bus will cross the Third Mainland Bridge and pass through Maryland.
From Ikeja Under Bridge, take another Danfo or a Keke Napep (tricycle) to Allen Avenue. Allen Avenue is a short distance from Ikeja Under Bridge.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Falomo β Allen Avenue corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦4,900
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
Mid-morning (10 AM - 12 PM) or early afternoon (2 PM - 4 PM) are ideal to avoid peak hour traffic. Avoid 6:30 AM - 9:30 AM and 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM.
Safety Rating
Medium. While generally safe during the day, evening travel requires vigilance. Be wary of 'one-chance' vehicles and pickpockets in crowded areas or at night. Always use well-lit, busy bus stops. LASTMA (Lagos State Traffic Management Authority) and VIO (Vehicle Inspection Officers) are active around major junctions and expressways; their presence can affect traffic flow.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT is available for parts of the journey (e.g., from Obalende/CMS to Maryland/Ojota) but not directly from Falomo to Allen Avenue. There is no train service for this specific intrastate route.
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 Allen Avenue corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦4,900
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Plenty crowd / long queue
Hold-up Delay Today
5 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
6 to 11 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.18x)
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
allen-avenue β Falomo
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