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Traveling from Itire on the mainland to the upscale Banana Island in Ikoyi involves navigating through Lagos's bustling traffic, crossing major bridges, and passing through key commercial and residential areas. This guide provides practical public transport options, focusing on affordability and local intelligence.
Distance
73.3 km
Duration
1h 15m
Total Cost
β¦900 - β¦1,400
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From Itire, take a 'Danfo' bus going towards 'Mile 2' bus stop. This initial leg might involve navigating local roads before reaching a major artery.
At 'Mile 2', find a 'Danfo' or 'BRT' heading to 'CMS' or 'Obalende'. This journey will take you along parts of the 'Lagos-Badagry Expressway' (briefly), then onto 'Eko Bridge', through 'Apogbon Street' and 'Apogbon Bridge', and 'New Marina Road'. Be aware of LASTMA presence around the bridges.
From 'CMS' or 'Obalende', take another 'Danfo' or 'Keke Napep' heading towards 'Falomo Bridge' or 'Awolowo Road' in Ikoyi. You will pass through 'Ring Road', 'Awolowo Road', and 'Bourdillon Road'.
From the 'Awolowo Road' or 'Bourdillon Road' junction (near Falomo), find a 'Keke Napep' or a shared 'Danfo' going into 'Banana Island Road'. You will pass 'Alexander Avenue', 'Onikoyi Road', 'Banana Island Road', '2nd Avenue', 'Ondo Street', and 'B Close'.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From Itire, take a 'Danfo' bus going towards 'Mile 2' bus stop. This initial leg might involve navigating local roads before reaching a major artery.
At 'Mile 2', find a 'Danfo' or 'BRT' heading to 'CMS' or 'Obalende'. This journey will take you along parts of the 'Lagos-Badagry Expressway' (briefly), then onto 'Eko Bridge', through 'Apogbon Street' and 'Apogbon Bridge', and 'New Marina Road'. Be aware of LASTMA presence around the bridges.
From 'CMS' or 'Obalende', take another 'Danfo' or 'Keke Napep' heading towards 'Falomo Bridge' or 'Awolowo Road' in Ikoyi. You will pass through 'Ring Road', 'Awolowo Road', and 'Bourdillon Road'.
From the 'Awolowo Road' or 'Bourdillon Road' junction (near Falomo), find a 'Keke Napep' or a shared 'Danfo' going into 'Banana Island Road'. You will pass 'Alexander Avenue', 'Onikoyi Road', 'Banana Island Road', '2nd Avenue', 'Ondo Street', and 'B Close'.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Itire β Banana Island corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦14,700
Available Riders Nearby
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
The best time to travel is mid-morning (around 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM) or late evening (after 8:00 PM) to avoid the worst of Lagos's peak hour traffic. Early mornings (before 6:00 AM) can also be faster but might have fewer public transport options.
Safety Rating
Medium. While generally safe during the day, travelers should be cautious, especially when using public transport late in the evening. 'One-chance' incidents, where criminals pose as public transport operators, are a concern. Always board vehicles at designated bus stops or motor parks. Pickpocketing can occur in crowded areas like Oshodi, Ojuelegba, and CMS.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) is available for significant portions of this route, particularly from mainland hubs like Fadeyi/Ojuelegba to CMS/TBS. There is no direct train service for this intra-city route.
Heavy delivery trucks and logistics vans must take the service lane under the Ojuelegba bridge due to strict height restriction barriers on the flyover.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Itire β Banana Island corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦14,700
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Small queue at the park
Hold-up Delay Today
9 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
16 to 21 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.06x)
Heavy delivery trucks and logistics vans must take the service lane under the Ojuelegba bridge due to strict height restriction barriers on the flyover.
Areas Affected
F200