Moving from Lekki (around Lekki Phase 1 / Marwa) to Victoria Garden City (VGC) is a straight journey along the busy Lekki-Epe Expressway. Even though the distance is not too far, traffic can turn it into a long trip during work hours. This guide will help you find the best buses, private cars, or alternative rides while keeping the recent fuel price hikes and transport fare increases in mind.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the heavy Lagos traffic, the best time to move from Lekki towards VGC is mid-morning between 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM, or late in the evening after 8:30 PM. If you are traveling during the evening peak period (4:30 PM to 8:00 PM), expect severe delays around the Chevron and Ikota areas.
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
How Road Be Now
Severe evening congestion. Major routes are currently at high capacity.
Hold-up delay
+94 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Walk or take a short local ride out to the main Lekki-Epe Expressway. Locate a safe loading spot at Lekki Phase 1 gate or Marwa Bus Stop.
Look for a yellow commercial Danfo bus that has 'Ajah' or 'VGC' boldly written on it or shouted out by the bus conductor.
Board the bus and ensure you hold your exact change (change is locally called 'wazo' or 'balance') to avoid arguments with the conductor. Sit comfortably as you pass major areas like Jakande, Igbo-Efon, and Chevron.
Tell the conductor well in advance that you will drop at VGC Bus Stop. The bus will pull over by the side of the expressway near the iconic VGC main gate.
Always ask the conductor 'VGC wa o?' (Is there a drop at VGC?) before you jump inside the bus to ensure they will actually stop there.
Keep your smaller currency notes handy because conductors hate giving change for big notes like ₦1,000 or ₦1,000 bills early in the morning.
Avoid sitting next to the door if you want to prevent phone snatching by roadside boys when the bus is stuck in slow traffic.
Be prepared for rough driving and sudden stops by the Danfo driver, so hold onto the seat rails firmly.
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Safety Rating
Medium - The route is generally safe during the day because it is always busy, but you must be very careful of 'one-chance' criminals in unmarked cars or danfos, especially when traveling early in the morning or late at night. Always look inside a vehicle before entering, and keep your bags closed and phones out of sight at major bus stops like Jakande and Chisco.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no functional Lagos BRT lane or rail network operating along the Lekki-Epe Expressway corridor. You will have to rely on standard commercial buses (Danfos), corporate shuttle buses (like Shuttlers), Keke Napep for short inner-street connections, or private ride-hailing services.
Distance
11.0 km
Duration
45 mins
Total Cost
₦800 - ₦1,200
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Severe evening congestion. Major routes are currently at high capacity.
Hold-up delay
+94 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
Bypass the Ikeja Under-Bridge corridor from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. Traffic builds rapidly due to commercial buses loading along the main road lanes.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
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Bypass the Ikeja Under-Bridge corridor from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. Traffic builds rapidly due to commercial buses loading along the main road lanes.
Areas Affected
Lekki-Epe Expressway
Because of recent fuel price increases, a standard Danfo bus costs between ₦800 and ₦1,200. If you choose a private ride-hailing car, expect to pay anywhere from ₦4,500 to ₦7,500 depending on the time of day and traffic.
The most reliable places to catch a direct bus or shuttle are Marwa Bus Stop, Lekki Phase 1 Gate, or the Lekki 2nd Roundabout. Buses going towards Ajah will always pass by VGC.
Traffic around Chevron can be very stubborn. If you are in a Danfo, there is little you can do but wait it out. If you are using a ride-hailing car, your driver might use the inner estate shortcut links to bypass the main road congestion if they are open.
Yes, be very alert at night around Chisco and Jakande bus stops. Avoid boarding vehicles that look suspicious or contain only men who are asking you to enter quickly. Always protect your personal items from pickpockets at busy boarding spots.