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Traveling from Lekki to Ijanikin in Lagos is a long journey across the city. This guide provides practical public transport options, detailing bus stops, costs, and essential safety tips to help you navigate this route efficiently and safely.
Distance
55.0 km
Duration
2h 30m
Total Cost
₦1,100 - ₦1,800
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From your location in Lekki, take a 'Danfo' (yellow commercial bus) or a mini-bus heading towards CMS, Obalende, or TBS.
Alight at CMS, Obalende, or TBS. From there, find another 'Danfo' heading to Mile 2.
At Mile 2, locate the bus park for vehicles going towards Badagry, Okokomaiko, or Agbara. Board one and inform the conductor you are going to Ijanikin.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From your location in Lekki, take a 'Danfo' (yellow commercial bus) or a mini-bus heading towards CMS, Obalende, or TBS.
Alight at CMS, Obalende, or TBS. From there, find another 'Danfo' heading to Mile 2.
At Mile 2, locate the bus park for vehicles going towards Badagry, Okokomaiko, or Agbara. Board one and inform the conductor you are going to Ijanikin.
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30-60 Min
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₦11,400
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
Mid-morning (10:00 AM - 1:00 PM) or early afternoon (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM) to avoid the worst of Lagos' peak hour traffic congestion.
Safety Rating
Medium. The extensive length of this route means varying security levels. While generally safe during the day, evening travel, particularly on the Badagry Expressway stretch, requires significant caution due to poor lighting, isolated spots, and potential for criminal activity. 'One-chance' syndicates are a known risk in Lagos; always board vehicles at busy, well-lit public bus stops and avoid empty or suspicious-looking buses. Pickpocketing is common in crowded areas like Mile 2. Avoid displaying valuables openly.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT is available for a significant portion of the journey (e.g., TBS to Mile 2). There is no direct rail service for this specific intra-city route.
If traveling between Lagos and mainland extensions via Berger, plan departures before 6:30 AM or after 8:30 PM to bypass heavy bottlenecks at the outward police posts.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Lekki → Ijanikin corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
₦11,400
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
-13 to -8 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
If traveling between Lagos and mainland extensions via Berger, plan departures before 6:30 AM or after 8:30 PM to bypass heavy bottlenecks at the outward police posts.
Areas Affected
Lekki-Epe Expressway