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Moving from Ketu on the mainland to Banana Island in Ikoyi means crossing from one end of Lagos to another. This journey requires combining different modes of transportation like yellow commercial buses (Danfo), government-regulated BRT buses, tricycles (Keke Marwa), or ride-hailing app cars depending on your budget and how much comfort you want. The route cuts across major Lagos choke points like the Third Mainland Bridge, meaning timing is everything if you want to avoid spending hours inside traffic.
Distance
28.5 km
Duration
1h 50m
Total Cost
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Stand at Ketu Bus Stop along Ikorodu Road and flag down a yellow commercial bus (Danfo) going directly to Obalende or CMS.
Sit through the journey across the Third Mainland Bridge and drop at the final bus stop which is Obalende Under-bridge.
Walk towards the Ikoyi/Falomo axis of the park and enter a green commercial bus or a tricycle (Keke) going to Falomo or directly down to Ikoyi Roundabout.
From Falomo or Ikoyi Roundabout, board a specific short-distance shuttle bus or Keke going inside Banana Island Road, dropping you at the main security gate.
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Stand at Ketu Bus Stop along Ikorodu Road and flag down a yellow commercial bus (Danfo) going directly to Obalende or CMS.
Sit through the journey across the Third Mainland Bridge and drop at the final bus stop which is Obalende Under-bridge.
Walk towards the Ikoyi/Falomo axis of the park and enter a green commercial bus or a tricycle (Keke) going to Falomo or directly down to Ikoyi Roundabout.
From Falomo or Ikoyi Roundabout, board a specific short-distance shuttle bus or Keke going inside Banana Island Road, dropping you at the main security gate.
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the heavy morning rush-hour traffic, leave Ketu between 5:30 AM and 6:15 AM. If you are traveling off-peak, the safest window to move without heavy gridlock is between 11:00 AM and 2:30 PM. Avoid moving towards the Island from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM unless you are prepared to sit in traffic.
Safety Rating
Medium - You need to stay sharp and hold your bags tightly at crowded spots like Ketu Under-bridge and Obalende to avoid pickpockets. When inside a Danfo, keep your phones inside your pocket, especially during slow-moving traffic. Banana Island itself has a High safety rating with strict estate security gates, but the journey getting there requires normal Lagos street awareness.
BRT / Rail / Water
Yes, BRT buses are highly functional along this corridor. You can use the Cowry Card system to enter a BRT from Ketu or Mile 12 down to CMS or Obalende, which bypasses some regular lane traffic. There is no direct passenger rail service connecting Ketu directly to Ikoyi / Banana Island.
Private and public transit vehicles entering Abuja city center via the City Gate must maintain the 50km/h speed limit to avoid FRSC safety penalties.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Ketu → Banana Island corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
₦6,700
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
4 to 9 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
Private and public transit vehicles entering Abuja city center via the City Gate must maintain the 50km/h speed limit to avoid FRSC safety penalties.
Areas Affected
Ikorodu Road