Moving from Gwagwalada to Garki is something many people in Abuja do every day. Taking a bus from the main road is often the cheapest way. The road passes by UniAbuja Gate before you finally reach your stop. For more help, you can also check our guides for from Utako to Gwarinpa and from Guzape to Asokoro.
Distance
45.0 km
Duration
1h 30m
Current Status
Standard daytime traffic. Some slow-moving vehicles near commercial hubs.
Est. Delay
+54 min
* Based on peak pattern analysis
Go to the main bus stop in Gwagwalada, like Gwagwalada Park. Look for a bus or taxi going to Garki.
The driver will follow the Lokoja-Abuja Expressway. Tell the conductor you are going towards Garki.
If the car is not direct, you can drop at a place like Berger or Area 1 before taking another small taxi.
Once you reach Garki, you can drop near Area 10.
Morning hours (7 AM - 9 AM) have more traffic towards the center.
Ask the driver for the price before you enter.
It is easier to find a vehicle at Gwagwalada Park.
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The cheapest way is to take a green bus from Gwagwalada Park. The fare is around ₦800 - ₦1,500.
If there is no heavy traffic, it takes about 113 minutes.
Keke is not allowed on the big expressways. You can use it only for short trips within the district.
Garki → Gwagwalada
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