Moving from Lawanson (Surulere area) to Akowonjo (Alimosho area) means traveling from the heart of mainland Lagos to the outer suburbs. It is a very busy route that connects through central transit hubs like Ojuelegba, Oshodi, and Ikeja Along or Dopemu. Because of fuel price hikes, fares change quickly, and heavy traffic can double your travel time if you do not plan well.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the morning rush hour traffic, leave Lawanson between 6:00 AM and 6:45 AM. If you miss this window, wait until the off-peak period from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. For evening travel, try to leave before 4:30 PM or after 8:30 PM to avoid the worst gridlock around Oshodi and Dopemu.
Chance to get bus/car
Normal / Easy to get bus
Hold-up Delay Today
3 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
24 to 29 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
+9 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Board a direct Danfo bus or take a short Keke ride from Lawanson Bus Stop to Ojuelegba.
At Ojuelegba, enter a big yellow bus or Danfo going straight to Oshodi Interchange.
From Oshodi Interchange, cross over and board another Danfo going towards Iyana Ipaja, and drop at Ikeja Along bus stop.
At Ikeja Along, enter a direct Danfo or Keke going into Akowonjo Road and drop at your final destination.
Always hold small change (legal tender fractions like β¦200 and β¦500) to avoid fights with Danfo conductors who claim they do not have change.
Keep your bag zipped and hold it tightly in front of your chest while moving through the crowd at Oshodi and Ikeja Along.
Ask the conductor clearly if the bus is passing through 'Akowonjo inside' or if it stops only at the expressway before you enter.
If you are confused at any bus stop, ask food vendors or uniform security men for directions instead of random street boys.
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Safety Rating
Medium - The route is generally safe during the day, but you must be very careful at major bus stops like Ojuelegba, Oshodi, and Dopemu Under-bridge. Watch out for pickpockets who pretend to be passengers, and avoid displaying your phone or cash in crowded areas. Stay alert when walking under bridges early in the morning or late at night.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT bus or train route that goes straight from Lawanson to Akowonjo. However, you can use the standard BRT buses from Ojuelegba to Oshodi, or use the Lagos Ride-Hailing services and yellow Danfo buses for the full journey.
Distance
19.5 km
Duration
1h 30m
Total Cost
β¦1,500 - β¦2,300
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+9 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
Itire Road
Due to current fuel price inflation, if you are using public Danfo buses, the total cost will range between β¦1,500 and β¦2,500 depending on the exact route and time of day. If you choose a private ride-hailing car, it will cost between β¦6,500 and β¦10,000.
No, there are no direct commercial Danfo buses that run from Lawanson straight to Akowonjo. You must break the journey into segments, usually stopping first at intermediate hubs like Ojuelegba, Oshodi, Ikeja Along, or Dopemu before getting a final ride into Akowonjo.
The worst traffic delays usually happen at the Dopemu Under-bridge junction and around the Oshodi Interchange area. Traffic gridlock at these points can easily add an extra 30 to 45 minutes to your travel time during the evening rush hour.
No, the current Lagos train network does not directly connect Lawanson to Akowonjo. The train system is not yet built to service this specific inner-mainland corridor, so relying on road transport (buses, keke, or cars) remains your only practical option for now.