This guide shows you how to travel from Ikosi (near Ketu) to Victoria Island (VI) using public buses or private cars. The journey usually takes you through the Third Mainland Bridge.
Distance
24.0 km
Duration
1h 15m
Total Cost
₦1,200 - ₦1,800
Status
Verified Route
Current Status
Severe evening congestion. Major routes are currently at high capacity.
Est. Delay
+135 min
* Based on peak pattern analysis
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Walk or take a short bike to Ketu Bus Stop.
Enter a big bus (BRT) or yellow bus (Danfo) going to CMS or Obalende.
At CMS or Obalende, enter a short bus going to Victoria Island.
Leave home before 6:30 AM to avoid heavy traffic.
Always carry smaller cash notes (change) to pay the bus conductor.
Keep your phone and bags close to you at the bus stop.
Ask the conductor where the bus stops before you enter.
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If there is no traffic, it takes about 45 minutes. In heavy traffic, it can take 2 hours or more.
The cheapest way is taking a public yellow bus (Danfo) from Ketu to CMS, then another to VI.
Buses are available until about 9:00 PM, but it is safer to travel during daylight hours.