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This guide covers the long commute from Festac Town in Mainland Lagos to Victoria Garden City (VGC) on the Island. This journey takes you across the city from west to east, cutting through major commercial hubs. Because of the heavy traffic on the bridges and the Lekki axis, your travel time can change a lot depending on when you leave.
Distance
42.0 km
Duration
2h 30m
Total Cost
β¦2,500 - β¦4,000
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Take a local Keke or commercial bus from your estate in Festac out to First Gate or Mile 2 bus stop.
From Mile 2, enter a large commercial bus or Danfo going straight to Oshodi under-bridge.
At Oshodi, go to the Island park and board a direct Danfo going to Obalende or CMS.
From Obalende or CMS, enter another Danfo or a larger coastal bus heading straight to Ajah, and tell the driver you will drop at VGC bus stop.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Take a local Keke or commercial bus from your estate in Festac out to First Gate or Mile 2 bus stop.
From Mile 2, enter a large commercial bus or Danfo going straight to Oshodi under-bridge.
At Oshodi, go to the Island park and board a direct Danfo going to Obalende or CMS.
From Obalende or CMS, enter another Danfo or a larger coastal bus heading straight to Ajah, and tell the driver you will drop at VGC bus stop.
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Best Time to Travel
To beat the worst traffic, leave Festac as early as 5:00 AM to 5:30 AM if you want to get to the Island before 8:00 AM. For afternoon travel, move between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Avoid leaving Festac between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM, and avoid leaving the Island back to Festac between 4:30 PM and 8:30 PM.
Safety Rating
Medium - The route is generally safe during the day, but you must be careful at major bus stops like Mile 2, Oshodi, and Ajah under-bridge. Watch out for pickpockets and do not display your phone or wallet near the bus windows. Avoid moving late at night as 'one-chance' buses operate around these areas.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT bus or train line from Festac to VGC. However, you can use the Blue Line Rail from Mile 2 to Marina to skip the mainland traffic entirely. From Marina, you will need to take a standard Danfo bus or a coastal bus down to Lekki and VGC.
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 VGC corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦9,100
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-13 to -8 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
Badagry Expressway
VGC β Festac
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