Loading travel data...
Gathering live data
Loading travel data...
Compiling Route Details...
Gathering live data
Compiling Route Details...
Traveling from Lekki to Somolu in Lagos involves navigating some of the city's busiest routes. This guide provides practical public transport options, safety advice, and tips to make your journey smoother, considering Lagos' unique traffic patterns and transport system.
Distance
22.0 km
Duration
1h 30m
Total Cost
β¦750 - β¦1,300
Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From your location in Lekki, take a 'Danfo' (yellow commercial bus) or 'Keke Napep' (tricycle) heading towards CMS or Obalende.
At CMS Bus Stop, locate the BRT terminal. Board a BRT bus going towards Yaba or Fadeyi/Maryland.
From Yaba Bus Stop or Fadeyi Bus Stop, take a 'Danfo' or 'Keke Napep' directly into Somolu. Confirm the destination with the conductor.
Was this route guide helpful for your commute today?
Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From your location in Lekki, take a 'Danfo' (yellow commercial bus) or 'Keke Napep' (tricycle) heading towards CMS or Obalende.
At CMS Bus Stop, locate the BRT terminal. Board a BRT bus going towards Yaba or Fadeyi/Maryland.
From Yaba Bus Stop or Fadeyi Bus Stop, take a 'Danfo' or 'Keke Napep' directly into Somolu. Confirm the destination with the conductor.
Was this route guide helpful for your commute today?
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Lekki β Somolu corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦5,500
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
The best times to travel are early morning (before 6:30 AM), late morning (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM), or mid-afternoon (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM). Avoid peak hours (6:30 AM - 9:30 AM and 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM) as traffic can significantly extend travel time.
Safety Rating
Medium. While generally safe during the day, evening travel can pose risks. 'One-chance' (robbery by fake public transport) is a concern, especially at isolated bus stops or late at night. Pickpocketing can occur in crowded buses and terminals.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) is a major public transport option for parts of this route, especially from CMS to Yaba/Fadeyi. There is no rail service available for this intra-city route.
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 β Somolu corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦5,500
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
Somolu β lekki
Return guide with latest fares and stops.