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This guide helps you move from Lekki on the Island to Iyana Ipaja on the Mainland. Because of the long distance, heavy traffic, and modern fuel price hikes, you need a smart plan. You can use standard yellow buses (Danfo), executive buses (Coaster), or a mix of buses and ride-hailing apps to complete this cross-city journey smoothly.
Distance
42.0 km
Duration
2h 30m
Total Cost
β¦2,500 - β¦4,000
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Stand at your closest bus stop along the Lekki-Epe Expressway (e.g., Jakande or Phase 1) and board a big Coaster bus or a Danfo going to Obalende or CMS.
Drop at Obalende motor park, walk inside the park, and search for the direct buses or large yellow Danfos heading straight to Oshodi.
When you reach Oshodi Oke, alight from the bus and cross the pedestrian bridge to the other side where buses face the Abeokuta Expressway direction.
Board a final Danfo bus heading straight to Iyana Ipaja and alight at the bus stop under the flyover bridge.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Stand at your closest bus stop along the Lekki-Epe Expressway (e.g., Jakande or Phase 1) and board a big Coaster bus or a Danfo going to Obalende or CMS.
Drop at Obalende motor park, walk inside the park, and search for the direct buses or large yellow Danfos heading straight to Oshodi.
When you reach Oshodi Oke, alight from the bus and cross the pedestrian bridge to the other side where buses face the Abeokuta Expressway direction.
Board a final Danfo bus heading straight to Iyana Ipaja and alight at the bus stop under the flyover bridge.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Lekki β Iyana Ipaja corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the extreme Lagos morning traffic, leave Lekki before 5:30 AM. If you are traveling during off-peak hours, the best time to move is between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Avoid moving back towards the mainland between 4:30 PM and 8:30 PM unless you are ready for heavy bumper-to-bumper delays.
Safety Rating
Medium - Be very alert at night, especially at Oshodi and under the bridge at Iyana Ipaja. Hold your phone tight and watch out for pickpockets (one-chance buses) in crowded motor parks.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT lane or train link from Lekki to Iyana Ipaja. However, you can use the Blue Line Rail from Marina to Mile 2 if you choose an alternative route, or catch standard BRT buses from Obalende/Oshodi to ease your movement.
Only send valuable documents via logistics services displaying active NIPOST registration badges on their delivery boxes or carrying stamped cargo manifests.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Lekki β Iyana Ipaja corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦9,100
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Small delay on the road
Hold-up Delay Today
6 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
17 to 22 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.08x)
Only send valuable documents via logistics services displaying active NIPOST registration badges on their delivery boxes or carrying stamped cargo manifests.
Areas Affected
Lekki-Epe Expressway
Iyana Ipaja β Lekki
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