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Traveling from Ikoyi to Tarkwa Bay is a multi-step journey involving both land and water transport. You'll first need to get to a major jetty in the CMS/Marina/Falomo area, then take a boat across the lagoon to the island. This guide provides practical public transport options and key local intelligence.
Distance
10.0 km
Duration
1h 30m
Total Cost
₦700 - ₦2,000
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From your location in Ikoyi, board a 'Danfo' (yellow commercial bus) heading towards Obalende or directly to CMS.
If your first 'Danfo' only goes to Obalende, alight there and board another 'Danfo' going to CMS. If your first bus went directly to CMS, you can skip this step.
Alight at CMS Bus Stop. From here, walk towards the Marina Jetty or CMS Jetty, which are located along the lagoon.
At the jetty, board a public boat (often a wooden 'speed boat' or larger passenger ferry) heading to Tarkwa Bay. Always confirm the price before boarding and ensure you are provided with a life jacket.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From your location in Ikoyi, board a 'Danfo' (yellow commercial bus) heading towards Obalende or directly to CMS.
If your first 'Danfo' only goes to Obalende, alight there and board another 'Danfo' going to CMS. If your first bus went directly to CMS, you can skip this step.
Alight at CMS Bus Stop. From here, walk towards the Marina Jetty or CMS Jetty, which are located along the lagoon.
At the jetty, board a public boat (often a wooden 'speed boat' or larger passenger ferry) heading to Tarkwa Bay. Always confirm the price before boarding and ensure you are provided with a life jacket.
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Best Time to Travel
For the land journey, travel early in the morning (before 7:00 AM) or late morning (after 10:00 AM) to avoid peak traffic congestion. For the boat journey, travel during daylight hours and avoid late evenings or very early mornings due to visibility and fewer available boats.
Safety Rating
Medium. Land travel during the day is generally safe, but traffic and minor risks (e.g., pickpocketing in crowded buses) exist. Boat travel has inherent risks if safety measures are ignored (e.g., no life jacket, overloading, bad weather, night travel). Always prioritize safety and use life jackets.
BRT / Rail / Water
No direct BRT or rail service to Tarkwa Bay. While BRT routes can get you close to the jetties (e.g., to TBS, which is a walk or short bus ride from CMS Jetty), you will still need a connecting bus or walk to reach the actual jetties for the boat trip.
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 Ikoyi → Tarkwa Bay corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
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₦3,300
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Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-4 to 1 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
Awolowo Road (Ikoyi)