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Traveling from Lekki Phase 1 to Orile Agege involves navigating through some of Lagos's busiest areas. It's a journey that typically requires multiple changes of public transport, primarily commercial buses (Danfo) and sometimes Keke Napep (tricycle). The route crosses major bridges and expressways, so traffic is a significant factor.
Distance
45.0 km
Duration
1h 40m
Total Cost
₦1,100 - ₦2,000
How Road Be Now
Standard daytime traffic. Some slow-moving vehicles near commercial hubs.
Hold-up delay
+60 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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From Lekki Phase 1, find a commercial bus (Danfo) going to Obalende or CMS.
At Obalende or CMS, board another Danfo heading to Oshodi.
From Oshodi, locate buses going to Agege (Pen Cinema).
At Agege (Pen Cinema), take a local Danfo or Keke Napep to Orile Agege.
To save money, especially at Oshodi, listen for 'short-trip' buses that might not go the full length but allow you to cover part of the journey for less.
Be mindful of your belongings in crowded buses and bus stops.
LASTMA/VIO hotspots: Around CMS and Oshodi, always ensure buses load/offload at designated spots to avoid delays.
During off-peak hours, it can take about 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes. During peak hours or in heavy rain, it can extend to 3-4 hours or more.
It is generally not recommended to travel this route using multiple public transport changes late at night due to increased safety risks, including 'one-chance' incidents. If unavoidable, try to use well-lit, busy bus stops and confirm the destination with the driver/conductor clearly.
No, there are no direct commercial buses that ply this entire route. You will always need to make at least 2-3 changes.
'One-chance' refers to a criminal tactic where individuals pose as public transport operators (bus or taxi drivers/conductors) and rob unsuspecting passengers. Always try to board buses at designated, busy bus stops and be wary of vehicles that seem unusually empty or have suspicious occupants.
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
The best time to travel is between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM on weekdays, or early Saturday mornings. Avoid peak rush hours (6:00 AM - 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM) when traffic is at its worst and fares might be slightly higher.
Safety Rating
Medium. The route is generally safe during the day. However, evening and night travel increases the risk of 'one-chance' (robbery by fake public transport) especially on less crowded routes or late at night. Always use registered bus stops and avoid isolated areas when waiting for transport. Pickpocketing can occur in very crowded buses and bus stops like Oshodi.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) is available for parts of this route, specifically from CMS/TBS to Oshodi. There is no direct rail link for this specific intracity journey.
How Road Be Now
Standard daytime traffic. Some slow-moving vehicles near commercial hubs.
Hold-up delay
+60 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
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Chance to get bus/car
Small delay on the road
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
19 to 24 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.07x)
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Areas Affected
Lekki-Epe Expressway