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Traveling from Lekki (Island) to Idimu (Mainland) is a long cross-city journey in Lagos. Expect multiple bus changes and significant traffic. It's best to start early in the morning or mid-day to avoid peak hour congestion.
Distance
50.0 km
Duration
2h 30m
Total Cost
β¦1100 - β¦1950
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From your specific bus stop in Lekki (e.g., Lekki Phase 1 Gate, Jakande, Chevron, Ajah), take a 'danfo' bus going to CMS (Central Business District) or TBS (Tafawa Balewa Square).
At CMS or TBS, find a 'danfo' bus going to Oshodi. You can specify 'Oshodi Under Bridge' or 'Oshodi Berger'. Alternatively, from TBS, you can take a BRT bus to Oshodi for a more organised and slightly faster journey.
From Oshodi, locate the bus park for Egbeda. Take a 'danfo' bus heading to Egbeda.
At Egbeda, take another 'danfo' bus or a 'keke' (tricycle) directly to your specific destination within Idimu.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From your specific bus stop in Lekki (e.g., Lekki Phase 1 Gate, Jakande, Chevron, Ajah), take a 'danfo' bus going to CMS (Central Business District) or TBS (Tafawa Balewa Square).
At CMS or TBS, find a 'danfo' bus going to Oshodi. You can specify 'Oshodi Under Bridge' or 'Oshodi Berger'. Alternatively, from TBS, you can take a BRT bus to Oshodi for a more organised and slightly faster journey.
From Oshodi, locate the bus park for Egbeda. Take a 'danfo' bus heading to Egbeda.
At Egbeda, take another 'danfo' bus or a 'keke' (tricycle) directly to your specific destination within Idimu.
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Best Time to Travel
The best time to travel is between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM, or after 8:00 PM. Avoid peak hours from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM when traffic is heaviest, and fares might be higher.
Safety Rating
Medium. Daytime travel is generally safe. For evening travel (after 7 PM), be cautious, especially when changing buses at major hubs like Oshodi or Iyana Ipaja. Always use well-lit, busy bus stops and avoid 'one-chance' vehicles (private cars posing as public transport). Keep your belongings secure.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT buses are available for parts of this route, specifically from TBS (Tafawa Balewa Square) to Oshodi, and then towards Iyana Ipaja/Abule Egba. There is no direct BRT service to Idimu. There is no rail option for this intracity route.
Peak traffic flow on the Third Mainland Bridge shifts: inbound to Island peaks between 7 AM to 10 AM, while Mainland return peak traffic begins as early as 4 PM.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Lekki β Idimu corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦10,500
Available Riders Nearby
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Chance to get bus/car
Plenty crowd / long queue
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
16 to 21 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.11x)
Peak traffic flow on the Third Mainland Bridge shifts: inbound to Island peaks between 7 AM to 10 AM, while Mainland return peak traffic begins as early as 4 PM.
Areas Affected
Lekki-Epe Expressway