Moving from Kirikiri (a mainland port and industrial area) to Magodo (a residential estate zone) requires traveling from the coastal side of Lagos up to the exit border of Lagos State. The journey cuts across major heavy-traffic corridors like the Apapa-Oshodi Expressway and Ikorodu Road. Commuters must plan carefully to avoid container trucks, terminal gridlock, and the heavy morning rush head-on.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the extreme morning rush, it is best to leave Kirikiri between 5:30 AM and 6:15 AM. If you miss this early window, delay your movement until the off-peak hours between 10:30 AM and 2:30 PM. For evening travel, avoid starting the journey between 4:30 PM and 8:00 PM when workers are returning from Apapa and Lagos Island.
Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-5 to 0 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+12 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Take a short Keke or walk from your starting point in Kirikiri to the main Kirikiri bridge or Mile 2 bus stop.
Board a large yellow Danfo bus going directly to Oshodi from the Mile 2 park.
From Oshodi, cross over to the terminal and board another Danfo bus heading to Ketu or Mile 12, and alight at Ketu bus stop.
From Ketu, enter a final Danfo or a shared Keke heading towards Berger or Magodo Phase 1 / Phase 2 gates.
Always hold 'change' (smaller naira notes) to avoid fights with Danfo conductors who claim they do not have balance.
Do not put your phone in your back pocket or outer bag zippers while moving through the crowds at Oshodi or Mile 2.
Listen carefully to the conductor's calls so you do not accidentally enter a bus heading to a different destination like Mile 12 or Ikorodu.
If traveling late at night, stay in well-lit areas inside the motor parks and avoid isolated pedestrian bridges.
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Safety Rating
Medium - Commuters must remain highly vigilant at major interchanges like Mile 2 and Oshodi. Pickpocketing, bag snatching, and 'one-chance' fake commercial buses operate around these spots, especially before sunrise and after dusk. Always keep your phones and wallets secure, avoid showing large cash amounts, and board buses only inside designated, recognized motor parks rather than roadside stops.
BRT / Rail / Water
Yes, partial availability. The Lagos Blue Line Rail operates from nearby Mile 2, but it goes toward Lagos Island (Marina), which is the opposite direction. For Magodo, you can connect to the Lagride or standard red BRT buses once you reach Oshodi or Ketu, which provides a smoother, dedicated lane transit to bypass regular traffic.
Distance
36.0 km
Duration
2h 0m
Total Cost
₦2,300 - ₦3,400
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+12 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
Bypass the Ikeja Under-Bridge corridor from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. Traffic builds rapidly due to commercial buses loading along the main road lanes.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
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Bypass the Ikeja Under-Bridge corridor from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. Traffic builds rapidly due to commercial buses loading along the main road lanes.
Areas Affected
Apapa-Oshodi Expressway
The fastest way is to leave extremely early (by 5:30 AM) using the Express Connection route via Mile 2 directly to Ojota or Berger. This bypasses the heavy build-up of container trucks and local commuters along the highway.
No, there is no single direct BRT route from Kirikiri to Magodo. You must take a local connection to a major hub like Oshodi or Ketu first, where you can then access the BRT lanes or designated corridor buses heading towards the Berger/Magodo axis.
It is safest to hold at least ₦4,500 to ₦5,000 in physical cash if you are using public transport (Danfo/Keke). This ensures you can comfortably cover sudden fare spikes due to unexpected traffic, rainfall, or fuel scarcity on that day.
Traveling after 9:00 PM is not recommended due to security risks around Mile 2, Oshodi under-bridge, and Ketu. If you must travel late, avoid standard Danfo buses with very few passengers, do not stand alone at isolated bus stops, and consider using verified ride-hailing services instead.