Moving from Kirikiri in the Apapa axis to the University of Lagos (Unilag) in Akoka requires careful navigating across the busy mainland. Since there is no single straight bus, commuters must change buses at major intersections like Mile 2 and Yaba. Due to ongoing fuel price hikes and high transport inflation, fares have increased significantly, and heavy traffic is expected daily around Berger Yard, Oshodi, and Yaba.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the intense morning rush hour, it is best to leave Kirikiri between 5:30 AM and 6:15 AM. If you are traveling off-peak, the ideal window is between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM when the commercial yellow buses drop their fares slightly.
Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-9 to -4 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+11 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Board a local Keke or a short-distance Danfo bus from your location inside Kirikiri heading straight out to Mile 2 Bus Stop.
Cross the pedestrian bridge safely to the other side and board a bigger Danfo heading towards Oshodi or Yaba. If you get a straight bus to Yaba, enter it. Otherwise, drop at Oshodi.
From Yaba Bus Stop, walk down slightly towards the front of the market or near the rail line to board a direct campus shuttle bus or a small Danfo going straight into Unilag.
Always carry smaller cash denominations like ₦200 and ₦500 notes so you do not have 'change' issues with the conductor.
Listen carefully when conductors shout your destination so you do not board the wrong bus at Mile 2.
Secure your zip bags tightly in crowded areas around Yaba and Oshodi.
Expect fares to jump up by ₦300 to ₦500 extra if you are traveling during the core morning rush hours.
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Safety Rating
Medium - Commuters must stay highly alert at major connections like Mile 2 and Yaba. Keep your smartphones and wallets inside your bags to avoid pickpockets. Avoid late-night movements around dark under-bridge areas.
BRT / Rail / Water
The Lagos Blue Rail line runs from Mile 2 towards Marina, but it does not connect directly to Yaba or Akoka. Standard BRT buses and regulated Bus Reform Initiative (BRI) buses are available at the Mile 2 terminal heading towards Oshodi or Yaba, which can help save money.
Distance
24.5 km
Duration
1h 50m
Total Cost
₦1,800 - ₦2,700
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+11 mins delay
* Based on regular route 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
Badagry Expressway
By public bus, you should budget between ₦1,800 and ₦2,700 for a one-way trip, depending on the traffic and time of day. For a private ride-hailing car, it will cost between ₦6,500 and ₦9,500.
No, there is no direct public bus. You must stop at Mile 2 first, then get a connection to Yaba before entering the final shuttle bus that goes into the university campus.
The worst bottleneck is usually the Mile 2 interchange where container trucks park on the road, followed closely by the heavy traffic around Yaba market during peak business hours.
The Lagos Blue Rail line starts at Mile 2, but it goes towards Lagos Island (Marina). It does not go towards Yaba or Akoka, so taking a bus or car remains your best option for this specific movement.