An exhaustive, breakdown guide for daily commuters moving from Lagos State University (LASU) in Ojo down to the main transport hub at Oshodi. This guide covers local Danfo buses, alternative connection routes, private options, and essential survival tips for navigating Lagos roads.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the heavy morning rush, try to leave LASU area before 6:00 AM. For afternoon or off-peak travel, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM is usually free. In the evening, avoid starting your journey from Oshodi back to LASU between 4:30 PM and 8:30 PM unless you are ready to sit in gridlock.
Chance to get bus/car
Small queue at the park
Hold-up Delay Today
1 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
16 to 21 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.1x)
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+30 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Walk out of the LASU main gate and look for the yellow Danfo buses or minibuses loading directly to Oshodi. They usually park near the Iyana Iba flyover.
Board the direct Oshodi Danfo. Ensure the conductor confirms they are passing the expressway route and not entering inner streets.
Sit through the journey along the Lagos-Badagry Expressway, passing major points like Volks, Barracks, and Agboju.
The bus will divert onto the Apapa-Oshodi Expressway at Mile 2, driving through Cele and Ilasamaja before reaching your final stop.
Always hold your change (lower currency notes) before you enter the bus to avoid 'change problems' with Lagos conductors.
Keep your window rolled up halfway if you are sitting by the side to prevent street boys from snatching your phone during traffic.
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Safety Rating
Medium - Commuters must stay alert, especially at major connection points like Iyana Iba and Mile 2. Keep your bags zipped, do not hold your phone carelessly in slow traffic, and avoid boarding completely empty commercial buses late at night to prevent 'one-chance' criminals.
BRT / Rail / Water
Yes, partial BRT services run along portions of the Lagos-Badagry Expressway through Mile 2. Additionally, the Lagos Red Line Rail project touches parts of Oshodi, though direct light rail connecting LASU gate to Oshodi is still not fully operational for a one-trip train ride.
Distance
24.5 km
Duration
1h 15m
Total Cost
₦1,200 - ₦1,800
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+30 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Areas Affected
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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
Lagos-Badagry Expressway
Due to recent fuel price increases and high inflation, a public Danfo bus will cost you anywhere between ₦1,200 and ₦1,800. If you decide to break the journey at Mile 2, you might spend between ₦1,300 and ₦2,000 in total.
No, there is no direct blue BRT bus running from LASU gate all the way to Oshodi. However, you can use the available standard regulated buses or take a connection from Mile 2 where more transport options open up.
The safest time is during broad daylight, specifically between 7:30 AM and 4:00 PM. Early mornings are fine too if you stay in crowded park areas, but avoid moving through Iyana Iba or Mile 2 past 9:00 PM if you can.
Only board buses inside recognized, organized garages or crowded bus stops where transport union officials (Agberos) are actively loading passengers. Avoid jumping into random, tinted vehicles waiting along the highway with few people inside.