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Traveling from Lekki to Tin Can Island in Lagos involves navigating through some of the city's busiest corridors. This guide offers practical public transport options, safety advice, and tips to help you get there efficiently and safely. Be prepared for traffic, especially during peak hours, and plan your journey with enough time.
Distance
28.0 km
Duration
2h 0m
Total Cost
β¦1,000 - β¦1,800
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From your location in Lekki, take a BRT bus or a 'Danfo' (yellow commercial bus) heading to CMS or Obalende.
Alight at CMS Bus Stop (if using BRT) or Obalende Bus Stop (if using Danfo).
From CMS or Obalende, find a 'Danfo' bus going to Mile 2. Confirm with the conductor that it's going via Apapa-Oshodi Expressway.
Alight at Mile 2 Bus Stop. From Mile 2, you will find smaller 'Danfo' buses or 'Keke Napep' (tricycles) going directly into Tin Can Island Port area.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From your location in Lekki, take a BRT bus or a 'Danfo' (yellow commercial bus) heading to CMS or Obalende.
Alight at CMS Bus Stop (if using BRT) or Obalende Bus Stop (if using Danfo).
From CMS or Obalende, find a 'Danfo' bus going to Mile 2. Confirm with the conductor that it's going via Apapa-Oshodi Expressway.
Alight at Mile 2 Bus Stop. From Mile 2, you will find smaller 'Danfo' buses or 'Keke Napep' (tricycles) going directly into Tin Can Island Port area.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Lekki β Tin Can Island corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦6,600
Available Riders Nearby
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
Early mornings (before 6:00 AM) or late mornings (after 10:00 AM) are best to avoid the worst of the peak hour traffic. Mid-day (11:00 AM - 2:00 PM) offers a brief window of lighter traffic. Avoid 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
Safety Rating
Medium. While daylight travel on major routes is generally safe, be aware of petty theft, especially in crowded bus stops and markets. 'One-chance' incidents can occur, particularly in less populated routes or late at night. Avoid late evening travel if possible, and always use well-lit, busy bus stops.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) is available for parts of this route, specifically from Lekki to CMS/Obalende and from CMS/Obalende towards Mile 2 (though not directly to Tin Can Island itself). There is no direct passenger rail service connecting Lekki to Tin Can Island for intra-city travel.
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 Tin Can Island corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦6,600
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
-11 to -6 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
Tin Can Island β Lekki
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