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Traveling from Ipaja to Ikoyi in Lagos, Nigeria, covers a distance of about 104.4 km and typically takes around 95 minutes by car without heavy traffic. This route involves navigating through major Lagos roads, including the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway, Agege Motor Road, Herbert Macaulay Way, and the Third Mainland Bridge, before entering the Ikoyi area. Public transport options involve multiple bus transfers or a combination of BRT and 'Danfo' buses.
Distance
104.4 km
Duration
1h 35m
Total Cost
₦950 - ₦1800
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From your location in Ipaja, walk or take a 'Keke Napep' (tricycle) to the nearest major bus stop on the F200 road or Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway, like Ipaja Ayobo Bus Stop.
Board a 'Danfo' bus heading towards Agege Pen Cinema. This bus will take the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway which becomes Agege Motor Road.
At Agege Pen Cinema, alight and look for another 'Danfo' bus going directly to Obalende or CMS. This bus will pass through Herbert Macaulay Street/Way, Clinic Road Lagos Mainland, and cross the Third Mainland Bridge, continuing on Third Axial Road and Ring Road.
From Obalende Bus Stop, board a 'Danfo' bus or 'Keke Napep' heading into Ikoyi. Specify your exact destination to the driver. The route will involve Obalende Road, F271, Adekunle Lawal Road, Mobolaji Johnson Road, and Ikoyi Club Road.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From your location in Ipaja, walk or take a 'Keke Napep' (tricycle) to the nearest major bus stop on the F200 road or Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway, like Ipaja Ayobo Bus Stop.
Board a 'Danfo' bus heading towards Agege Pen Cinema. This bus will take the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway which becomes Agege Motor Road.
At Agege Pen Cinema, alight and look for another 'Danfo' bus going directly to Obalende or CMS. This bus will pass through Herbert Macaulay Street/Way, Clinic Road Lagos Mainland, and cross the Third Mainland Bridge, continuing on Third Axial Road and Ring Road.
From Obalende Bus Stop, board a 'Danfo' bus or 'Keke Napep' heading into Ikoyi. Specify your exact destination to the driver. The route will involve Obalende Road, F271, Adekunle Lawal Road, Mobolaji Johnson Road, and Ikoyi Club Road.
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Best Time to Travel
The best times to travel are early mornings (before 6:00 AM), late mornings (after 10:00 AM), or mid-afternoons (between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM) to avoid the worst of Lagos's notorious peak hour traffic. Traveling on weekends, especially Sundays, can also significantly reduce travel time.
Safety Rating
Medium: While generally safe during the day, travelers should be cautious. 'One-chance' incidents can occur, especially when boarding buses from isolated spots or traveling late at night. Pickpocketing is also common in crowded bus stops like Oshodi, Agege, and Obalende. It's advisable to avoid displaying valuables.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) services are available for significant portions of this route, particularly from Iyana-Ipaja to TBS/CMS, offering a faster and more structured public transport option. There is no direct train service connecting Ipaja to Ikoyi.
Shuttle fares from Berger to Mowe fluctuate depending on petrol availability at the Berger junction. Expect standard fares during off-peak morning hours.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
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Chance to get bus/car
Normal / Easy to get bus
Hold-up Delay Today
8 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
19 to 24 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
Shuttle fares from Berger to Mowe fluctuate depending on petrol availability at the Berger junction. Expect standard fares during off-peak morning hours.
Areas Affected
F200