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Moving from Lekki Phase 1 on the Island to Allen Avenue in Ikeja on the Mainland is a major cross-city trip. Due to recent fuel price increases and general transport inflation, the total trip cost can change quickly depending on the mode of transport you choose. While a private ride-hailing car offers a direct, air-conditioned journey through the highway, connecting multiple yellow commercial buses (Danfo) or corporate shuttle rides remains the primary budget-friendly method used by thousands of daily commuters to beat the heavy Lagos traffic grids.
Distance
32.0 km
Duration
1h 45m
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Walk or take a short local Keke from inside Lekki Phase 1 to the main Lekki Bus Stop outside the gate.
Board a direct Danfo bus going to Obalende or CMS across the bridge.
From Obalende, enter a major Mainland-bound Danfo heading directly to Oshodi via Third Mainland Bridge.
At Oshodi, look for the short-trip buses or Kekes heading straight up to Ikeja Under-Bridge or Allen Junction.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Walk or take a short local Keke from inside Lekki Phase 1 to the main Lekki Bus Stop outside the gate.
Board a direct Danfo bus going to Obalende or CMS across the bridge.
From Obalende, enter a major Mainland-bound Danfo heading directly to Oshodi via Third Mainland Bridge.
At Oshodi, look for the short-trip buses or Kekes heading straight up to Ikeja Under-Bridge or Allen Junction.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Lekki Phase 1 β Allen Avenue corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦7,300
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Total Cost
β¦2,300 - β¦3,500
Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To escape the worst gridlock, leave Lekki Phase 1 before 6:30 AM for morning runs. For evening journeys, wait until after 8:30 PM, or travel between 11:00 AM and 2:30 PM when midday traffic cools down.
Safety Rating
Medium - Commuters must stay alert at major connection parks like Obalende, Oshodi, and Ikeja Under-Bridge. Avoid flashing expensive phones or opening wallets openly at night. Beware of one-chance commercial vehicles by only boarding from designated, structured parks rather than random roadside joints.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct single BRT or train line linking Lekki to Allen Avenue. However, you can use the standard BRT corridor once you cross over to the Mainland via Ikorodu Road or the Oshodi bus terminal to shorten your connection legs.
Due to Ajah flyover layouts, returning U-turns are best performed at designated roundabouts rather than illegal bypasses to avoid traffic penalties.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Lekki Phase 1 β Allen Avenue corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦7,300
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-12 to -7 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
Due to Ajah flyover layouts, returning U-turns are best performed at designated roundabouts rather than illegal bypasses to avoid traffic penalties.
Areas Affected
Lekki-Epe Expressway
Allen Avenue β Lekki Phase 1
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