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Traveling from Ikeja to Kola in Lagos is primarily done by public Danfo buses. The journey involves navigating the busy Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway corridor. Expect a trip of about 1.5 to 2 hours, depending heavily on traffic conditions.
Distance
21.0 km
Duration
1h 40m
Total Cost
₦500 - ₦700
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From Ikeja Underbridge or along Awolowo Way, find a 'Danfo' bus going towards 'Pen Cinema' or 'Agege'.
At Pen Cinema, alight and look for another 'Danfo' bus heading towards 'Abule Egba' or 'Toll Gate'.
From Abule Egba Underbridge, find a 'Danfo' bus or 'Keke Napep' (tricycle) going to 'Kola'. This leg is often referred to as 'along' or 'shuttle'.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From Ikeja Underbridge or along Awolowo Way, find a 'Danfo' bus going towards 'Pen Cinema' or 'Agege'.
At Pen Cinema, alight and look for another 'Danfo' bus heading towards 'Abule Egba' or 'Toll Gate'.
From Abule Egba Underbridge, find a 'Danfo' bus or 'Keke Napep' (tricycle) going to 'Kola'. This leg is often referred to as 'along' or 'shuttle'.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the ikeja → kola corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
₦5,300
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
Mid-morning (10:00 AM - 2:00 PM) or late evening (after 8:00 PM) to avoid the worst of the peak hour traffic. Weekends, especially Sundays, generally have lighter traffic.
Safety Rating
Medium. Daytime travel is generally safe with public transport. However, late-night travel (after 8 PM) on this corridor carries a higher risk of 'one-chance' incidents, especially if you are alone or unfamiliar with the area. Always try to travel during daylight hours.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT is not directly available for the full Ikeja to Kola route. While BRT operates on parts of the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway, getting a direct BRT from Ikeja to Kola is not a practical or direct option. There is no rail service currently available for this specific intra-city route.
The Oshodi multi-terminal is highly secure, but pickpockets operate on the outer pedestrian bridges. Keep phones and wallets zipped in inner pockets.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the ikeja → kola corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
₦5,300
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
3 to 8 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
The Oshodi multi-terminal is highly secure, but pickpockets operate on the outer pedestrian bridges. Keep phones and wallets zipped in inner pockets.
Areas Affected
Obafemi Awolowo Way