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Navigating from the upscale Ikoyi area to the bustling commercial hub of Apongbon on Lagos Island involves a short but often traffic-heavy journey. Public transport options primarily rely on yellow Danfo buses, with Obalende serving as a key interchange point.
Distance
5.5 km
Duration
40 mins
Total Cost
β¦400 - β¦700
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From your specific location in Ikoyi (e.g., Keffi Road, Awolowo Road), walk to the nearest major bus stop. Look for a yellow Danfo bus heading to Obalende.
Alight at Obalende Bus Stop, which is a major transport hub. From Obalende, look for another yellow Danfo bus heading towards Apongbon, Idumota, or CMS. Confirm with the conductor that they are going to Apongbon.
The bus will take you over the Apongbon Bridge or drop you at the Apongbon Underbridge market area.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From your specific location in Ikoyi (e.g., Keffi Road, Awolowo Road), walk to the nearest major bus stop. Look for a yellow Danfo bus heading to Obalende.
Alight at Obalende Bus Stop, which is a major transport hub. From Obalende, look for another yellow Danfo bus heading towards Apongbon, Idumota, or CMS. Confirm with the conductor that they are going to Apongbon.
The bus will take you over the Apongbon Bridge or drop you at the Apongbon Underbridge market area.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Ikoyi β Apongbon corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦2,500
Available Riders Nearby
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
Early mornings (before 6:30 AM) or late mornings (after 10:00 AM) are ideal to avoid peak hour congestion. Similarly, late afternoons (after 7:00 PM) might see lighter traffic than the immediate evening rush.
Safety Rating
Medium. The route is generally safe during the day due to high activity. However, pickpocketing can occur in crowded bus stops like Obalende and CMS. 'One-chance' incidents are less common on this short, central route but always exercise caution, especially when traveling late at night or in isolated areas.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT or rail service connecting Ikoyi directly to Apongbon. Travelers would need to use Danfo buses to connect to major BRT corridors or rail stations, which would make the journey longer and involve more transfers.
During downpours, fares from Ojuelegba to Surulere or Yaba increase by 50% due to local drainage overflows. Pre-book rides or wait out the storm in terminal cafes.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Ikoyi β Apongbon corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦2,500
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
-15 to -10 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
During downpours, fares from Ojuelegba to Surulere or Yaba increase by 50% due to local drainage overflows. Pre-book rides or wait out the storm in terminal cafes.
Areas Affected
Awolowo Road