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Moving from Magodo to Ebute Metta takes you from the quiet residential hub of Mainland Lagos into the busy, commercial heartbeat of the old Lagos mainland. The journeyδΈ»θ¦ depends on how well you navigate the ever-present traffic on Ikorodu Road and around the Yaba axis.
Distance
22.0 km
Duration
1h 30m
Total Cost
β¦1,500 - β¦2,200
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Take a local Keke or walk from your estate in Magodo to the main gate or out to the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway by Berger.
Board a big yellow Danfo bus going to Ojota or Ketu. Drop at Ketu bus stop under the pedestrian bridge.
From Ketu, cross over or stay on the service lane and enter another Danfo heading straight to Yaba.
From Yaba, take a short direct bus or a Keke passing through Herbert Macaulay Way down to Ebute Metta.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Take a local Keke or walk from your estate in Magodo to the main gate or out to the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway by Berger.
Board a big yellow Danfo bus going to Ojota or Ketu. Drop at Ketu bus stop under the pedestrian bridge.
From Ketu, cross over or stay on the service lane and enter another Danfo heading straight to Yaba.
From Yaba, take a short direct bus or a Keke passing through Herbert Macaulay Way down to Ebute Metta.
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30-60 Min
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β¦5,500
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Status
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Best Time to Travel
To beat the morning rush, try to leave Magodo before 6:00 AM. For off-peak afternoon travel, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM is usually smooth. In the evening, avoid leaving Ebute Metta between 4:30 PM and 8:00 PM if you want to skip the heavy return traffic.
Safety Rating
Medium - Keep your phones and wallets inside your bags at major bus stops like Ketu, Ojota, and Yaba, especially early in the morning or late at night. Beware of pickpockets and do not display your wealth openly.
BRT / Rail / Water
Yes, BRT buses are highly available from Ketu or Ojota directly down Ikorodu Road to Fadeyi or Yaba, which helps you bypass standard traffic. The Lagos Red Line Rail also serves the general corridor near Yaba/Ebute Metta, though standard yellow Danfo buses remain the most frequent option.
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 Magodo β Ebute Metta 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
-7 to -2 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
Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
Ebute Metta β magodo
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