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Moving from Festac in Mainland Lagos to Ikate in Lekki (Island) requires crossing from the mainland to the island. Because of fuel price increases and high traffic, this journey needs careful planning. You can choose to go through the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway to the Third Mainland Bridge, or pass through Costain and Eko Bridge depending on your budget and how fast you want to get there.
Distance
35.0 km
Duration
2h 0m
Total Cost
β¦2,200 - β¦3,500
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Take a local Keke or walk from your residence in Festac to First Gate Bus Stop or Mile 2.
Board a big yellow bus (Danfo) going from Mile 2 to Oshodi. Drop at Oshodi Under-bridge.
From Oshodi, locate the buses going to Obalende or CMS that pass through the Third Mainland Bridge. Board one and alight at Obalende.
At Obalende, enter a direct Danfo or Coaster bus heading towards Ajah or Lekki, and tell the conductor you will drop at Ikate Bus Stop.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Take a local Keke or walk from your residence in Festac to First Gate Bus Stop or Mile 2.
Board a big yellow bus (Danfo) going from Mile 2 to Oshodi. Drop at Oshodi Under-bridge.
From Oshodi, locate the buses going to Obalende or CMS that pass through the Third Mainland Bridge. Board one and alight at Obalende.
At Obalende, enter a direct Danfo or Coaster bus heading towards Ajah or Lekki, and tell the conductor you will drop at Ikate Bus Stop.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Festac β Ikate corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦7,800
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the heavy morning rush hour, it is best to leave Festac between 5:30 AM and 6:00 AM. If you miss this window, wait until the off-peak period starting from 10:00 AM. For the evening return journey from Ikate, try to leave before 4:00 PM or stay back until after 8:30 PM to avoid standing in long traffic jams.
Safety Rating
Medium - The route is generally safe during the day, but you must be careful at major connection points like Mile 2, Oshodi, and Costain. Keep your phone and wallet safe from pickpockets, especially when rushing to board a commercial bus (Danfo). Avoid moving through these lonely under-bridge areas late at night.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT bus or train line that goes all the way from Festac to Ikate. However, you can take the Lagos Blue Line Rail from Mile 2 to Marina, which saves a lot of time, and then continue your journey to Ikate by road.
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 Festac β Ikate corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦7,800
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Small queue at the park
Hold-up Delay Today
11 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
19 to 24 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.06x)
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
Badagry Expressway