Moving from the quiet streets of Ikoyi to Pako (around Gbagada/Bariga area) takes you from Lagos Island across the Third Mainland Bridge to the Mainland. The distance is not too long, but traffic can turn it into a long journey if you travel during rush hours.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
For a smooth ride, move between 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM. Avoid leaving Ikoyi between 4:30 PM and 8:00 PM when workers are rushing home.
Safety Rating
Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
0 to 5 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+8 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Take a short drop or walk from your location in Ikoyi to the major loading park at Obalende.
Board a direct Danfo heading towards Gbagada or Oshodi, and tell the conductor you will drop at Oworonshoki/Pako.
Drop at the major junction before Gbagada, right at the Pako bus stop space.
Enter a local Keke or take a short walk to your exact street inside Pako.
Always hold change (smaller Naira notes) to avoid fights with the Danfo conductor.
Keep your bag in front of you at Obalende park so street boys do not open your zips.
Confirm the bus is passing through Pako before you enter, so they do not drop you at Charly Boy.
Check the weather before stepping out; any sign of rain means you should leave early.
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Medium - Be very alert at Obalende and under the bridge at night. Keep your phones and wallets inside your bags to avoid pickpockets.
BRT / Rail / Water
No direct BRT or train line connects this specific route. You will rely on regular yellow Danfo buses, corporate buses, or ride-hailing cars.
Distance
16.0 km
Duration
1h 15m
Total Cost
₦1,500 - ₦2,200
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+8 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
Bypass the Ikeja Under-Bridge corridor from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. Traffic builds rapidly due to commercial buses loading along the main road lanes.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
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Bypass the Ikeja Under-Bridge corridor from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. Traffic builds rapidly due to commercial buses loading along the main road lanes.
Areas Affected
Alfred Rewane Road
If you are using public Danfo buses, budget between ₦1,500 and ₦2,600 in total. If you prefer ride-hailing apps, it will cost between ₦6,000 and ₦9,500 depending on the heavy traffic gridlock.
Yes, especially from 4:30 PM downwards when people are leaving offices on the Island to go home on the Mainland. The Third Mainland Bridge exit can lock up badly.
No, there is no direct BRT lane or bus running from Ikoyi to Pako. You have to use regular yellow Danfo buses or private cars.
Prepare for instant fare increments by the conductors. If you are still in Ikoyi, it is best to wait out the first heavy downpour or enter a ride-hailing car immediately before prices double.