Moving from Gwarinpa to Karu is something many people in Abuja do every day. The journey is usually straightforward. You can board a car heading towards Gwarinpa Gate and tell the driver you will drop at your destination. For more help, you can also check our guides for from Nyanya to Lugbe and from Central Business District to Wuse 2.
Distance
10.0 km
Duration
25 mins
Current Status
Severe evening congestion. Major routes are currently at high capacity.
Est. Delay
+45 min
* Based on peak pattern analysis
Go to the main bus stop in Gwarinpa, like Galadima Bus Stop. Look for a bus or taxi going to Karu.
The driver will follow the Ahmadu Bello Way. Tell the conductor you are going towards Karu.
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 Karu, you can drop near Karu Market.
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 Galadima Bus Stop.
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The cheapest way is to take a green bus from Galadima Bus Stop. The fare is around ₦300 - ₦500.
If there is no heavy traffic, it takes about 25 minutes.
Keke is not allowed on the big expressways. You can use it only for short trips within the district.
Karu → Gwarinpa
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