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This guide helps you move from the busy transport hub of Jibowu on the Lagos Mainland to the quiet residential area of Dolphin Estate, Ikoyi on the Island. The journey takes you across the famous Third Mainland Bridge. Depending on the traffic and the type of bus you enter, this trip can take anywhere from 45 minutes to over two hours.
Distance
15.0 km
Duration
1h 15m
Total Cost
β¦1,500 - β¦2,300
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Walk or take a short drop to the main Jibowu under-bridge or the motor park area. Look for conductors shouting 'Obalende' and board a yellow Danfo bus.
Stay on the bus as it drives through Yaba, connects to the Third Mainland Bridge, and takes the exit ramp down into Obalende Bus Stop.
Drop at Obalende. Walk toward the Keke park or the roadside area where tricycles head toward Ikoyi. Board a Keke going inside Dolphin Estate or dropping at the gate.
Alight from the Keke at the main Dolphin Estate entrance or inside the estate near your final destination.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Walk or take a short drop to the main Jibowu under-bridge or the motor park area. Look for conductors shouting 'Obalende' and board a yellow Danfo bus.
Stay on the bus as it drives through Yaba, connects to the Third Mainland Bridge, and takes the exit ramp down into Obalende Bus Stop.
Drop at Obalende. Walk toward the Keke park or the roadside area where tricycles head toward Ikoyi. Board a Keke going inside Dolphin Estate or dropping at the gate.
Alight from the Keke at the main Dolphin Estate entrance or inside the estate near your final destination.
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Status
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Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the heavy morning rush, try to leave Jibowu before 6:30 AM. If you are traveling during off-peak hours, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM is usually smooth. Avoid moving toward the Island between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM unless you want to sit in long traffic jams.
Safety Rating
Medium - Jibowu and Obalende are very rowdy and full of pickpockets. Always keep your phone and wallet safe. Avoid holding your phone carelessly near the bus windows, especially when there is slow-moving traffic around Obalende or the bridge loops.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT lane or train from Jibowu to Dolphin Estate. However, you can use the standard BRT buses along Ikorodu Road to reach Fadeyi or Stadium before connecting, but entering a direct commercial bus (Danfo) from Jibowu to Obalende is much faster.
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 Jibowu β Dolphin Estate corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦4,200
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Plenty crowd / long queue
Hold-up Delay Today
6 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
5 to 10 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.13x)
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
Ikorodu Road
Dolphin Estate β Jibowu
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