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Moving from Iyana Ipaja to Sabo (Yaba) takes you from the bustling mainland outskirts deep into the heart of Lagos's tech and academic hub. Because there is no direct yellow bus (Danfo) that goes straight from Iyana Ipaja to Sabo, you will need to connect through major transit points like Oshodi or Yaba. This guide breaks down the most affordable, fastest, and most comfortable ways to make this journey while handling current transport fare inflation.
Distance
28.0 km
Duration
1h 45m
Total Cost
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Go to the main Iyana Ipaja motor park under the bridge and board a big yellow bus (Danfo) heading to Oshodi.
Drop at Oshodi Under-Bridge or the Oshodi Interchange terminal, then walk to the section where buses load for Yaba.
Board another Danfo from Oshodi straight to Yaba bus stop.
From Yaba bus stop, take a short walk down Herbert Macaulay Way to Sabo, or enter a Keke (tricycle) heading towards Sabo/Alagomeji if you have heavy luggage.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Go to the main Iyana Ipaja motor park under the bridge and board a big yellow bus (Danfo) heading to Oshodi.
Drop at Oshodi Under-Bridge or the Oshodi Interchange terminal, then walk to the section where buses load for Yaba.
Board another Danfo from Oshodi straight to Yaba bus stop.
From Yaba bus stop, take a short walk down Herbert Macaulay Way to Sabo, or enter a Keke (tricycle) heading towards Sabo/Alagomeji if you have heavy luggage.
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Status
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Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the heavy morning rush, try to leave Iyana Ipaja between 6:00 AM and 6:45 AM. If you miss that window, wait until the off-peak period from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM. In the evening, the return traffic from Sabo/Yaba back to Iyana Ipaja builds up heavily from 4:30 PM and does not clear until around 9:00 PM.
Safety Rating
Medium - Be very careful with your phones and wallets at major interchange points like Iyana Ipaja under-bridge, Oshodi, and Yaba market. Pickpockets operate heavily in these crowded areas, especially in the early mornings and late evenings. Avoid counting money openly inside the Danfo or while waiting at the bus stop.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT or train line from Iyana Ipaja to Sabo. However, you can use the BRT corridor or the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (Red Line) from nearby stations like Ikeja or Oshodi to complete parts of your journey to Yaba/Sabo.
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 Iyana Ipaja β Sabo corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦6,600
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
-14 to -9 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
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
Abeokuta Expressway
Sabo β iyana-ipaja
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