Moving from Korede (around the Mushin/Itire axis) to Palmgrove takes you through the heart of Lagos Mainland. This commute connects residential pockets to the busy Ikorodu Road commercial corridor. Because of heavy traffic around major intersections, your travel time can change quickly, but you have good options like standard yellow buses (Danfos), connecting tricycles (Kekes), or standard BRT buses once you reach the main highway.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the worst morning traffic, leave Korede before 6:30 AM. If you miss that window, wait until the off-peak period between 10:00 AM and 2:30 PM. For evening return trips, try to pass the Palmgrove-Oshodi axis before 4:30 PM or wait out the rush hour until after 8:30 PM.
Chance to get bus/car
Plenty crowd / long queue
Hold-up Delay Today
9 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
15 to 20 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.06x)
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+6 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Walk out of Korede street and board a local yellow Danfo bus or a Keke heading towards Mushin Olosha bus stop.
Drop at Mushin Olosha and walk slightly to the main terminal area to enter another Danfo going towards Oshodi Interchange.
At Oshodi, look for the short-distance Danfo buses loading passengers directly heading to Palmgrove or Onipanu along the service lane.
Tell the conductor you will drop at Palmgrove Bus Stop. Alight safely at the pedestrian bridge.
Always carry smaller cash denominations (change) like ₦100 and ₦200 notes to avoid fighting with conductors over change.
Listen carefully to the conductor when they shout the destination. Make sure they say 'Palmgrove straight' before you enter.
Do not put your wallet or phone in your back pocket while struggling to enter the bus at Oshodi.
If you notice passengers whispering or acting strange inside the Danfo, ask the driver to drop you at the next safe bus stop immediately.
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Safety Rating
Medium - The route is generally busy and safe during the day. However, you must stay alert at major bus stops like Mushin Olosha and Oshodi. Pickpockets operate fast in these crowded areas. Avoid displaying your phone or holding large cash in your hands. Keep your bags zipped and hold them close to your chest, especially when boarding a moving bus.
BRT / Rail / Water
Yes, BRT buses are fully available along the Ikorodu Road corridor. Once you get to Fadeyi or Onipanu, you can tap your Cowry Card to board a regulated BRT bus straight to Palmgrove. The Lagos Rail Mass Transit (Red Line) also runs along this corridor, which you can access via the nearby Mushin or Oshodi stations depending on your exact starting point.
Distance
14.0 km
Duration
55 mins
Total Cost
₦900 - ₦1,400
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+6 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
Ikorodu Road
Because of recent fuel price increases, the total cost by public transport ranges between ₦900 and ₦1,600 depending on the specific route you take and the time of day. Ride-hailing cars cost between ₦3,800 and ₦5,500.
No, there is no direct BRT lane inside Korede or Mushin. You must first take a regular Danfo or Keke to a major highway terminal like Oshodi, Fadeyi, or Ojuelegba to access the BRT network.
The safest window is between 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM when the streets are fully bright, shops are open, and law enforcement officers are active at the major intersections.
If the traffic is completely locked and you do not have heavy luggage, you can alight safely at the nearest bus stop and take a short walk or board an agile Keke that can navigate through the inner street bypasses.