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Moving from Ikorodu to Alaba International Market means crossing from the far east of Lagos to the far west. It is a long journey that connects two busy business areas, taking you through major highways like Third Mainland Bridge and the Lagos-Badagry Expressway. Depending on traffic and the transport option you choose, the trip can take anywhere from two and a half to over four hours.
Distance
65.0 km
Duration
3h 0m
Total Cost
β¦2,800 - β¦4,300
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Board a big commercial bus or Danfo from Ikorodu Garage heading to Mile 12 or Ketu.
Drop at Mile 12 or Ketu, then board another Danfo directly heading to Mile 2 via the Third Mainland Bridge or Oshodi.
From Mile 2, look for the buses going down Badagry Expressway and enter one heading towards Alaba International Market, dropping at Volks or Alaba Under-bridge.
Take a short Keke Marwa (tricycle) or a direct internal Danfo from the bus stop straight into the main Alaba Market area.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Board a big commercial bus or Danfo from Ikorodu Garage heading to Mile 12 or Ketu.
Drop at Mile 12 or Ketu, then board another Danfo directly heading to Mile 2 via the Third Mainland Bridge or Oshodi.
From Mile 2, look for the buses going down Badagry Expressway and enter one heading towards Alaba International Market, dropping at Volks or Alaba Under-bridge.
Take a short Keke Marwa (tricycle) or a direct internal Danfo from the bus stop straight into the main Alaba Market area.
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the worst gridlock, leave Ikorodu extremely early between 5:00 AM and 5:30 AM, or wait until the morning rush slows down and travel during off-peak hours between 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM. Avoid starting this journey late in the afternoon, as evening rush hour traffic around Mile 2 and Badagry Expressway can leave you stranded for hours.
Safety Rating
Medium - You must remain highly alert, especially at major connection points like Mile 2, Volks, and Alaba Under-bridge. Pickpockets operate heavily in these crowded spaces. Avoid flashing expensive phones or carrying large amounts of cash openly. Always hold your bags tightly in front of you and do not board any unmarked commercial vehicles (locally known as 'one-chance' buses) that look suspicious.
BRT / Rail / Water
Yes, BRT buses are available from Ikorodu Garage to major hubs like Mile 12, Ojota, or CMS. While the Blue Line Rail is fully operational from Marina to Mile 2, it does not stretch all the way to Alaba yet, but it can help you bypass heavy traffic on the first half of your journey.
Due to Ajah flyover layouts, returning U-turns are best performed at designated roundabouts rather than illegal bypasses to avoid traffic penalties.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Ikorodu β Alaba corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦13,200
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Small queue at the park
Hold-up Delay Today
9 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
13 to 18 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.13x)
Due to Ajah flyover layouts, returning U-turns are best performed at designated roundabouts rather than illegal bypasses to avoid traffic penalties.
Areas Affected
Ikorodu Road
Alaba β ikorodu
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