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This is a highly practical, step-by-step guide to navigating the commute from Makoko to Costain. Because these two locations are relatively close within the Mainland axis of Lagos, the trip is short but can be heavily affected by traffic gridlock at key intersections. This guide breaks down the cheapest public transport methods, alternative express connections, and private options, while factoring in recent transport fare hikes due to fuel price inflation.
Distance
6.5 km
Duration
45 mins
Total Cost
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Walk or take a short local marwa (Keke) from your inner Makoko location out to the main road at Adekunle Bus Stop.
At Adekunle Bus Stop, stand by the roadside and board a yellow commercial bus (Danfo) or a Keke heading directly to Oyingbo Bus Stop.
Drop at Oyingbo, cross the road carefully, and enter another short-distance Danfo or Keke going straight to Costain Bus Stop.
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Walk or take a short local marwa (Keke) from your inner Makoko location out to the main road at Adekunle Bus Stop.
At Adekunle Bus Stop, stand by the roadside and board a yellow commercial bus (Danfo) or a Keke heading directly to Oyingbo Bus Stop.
Drop at Oyingbo, cross the road carefully, and enter another short-distance Danfo or Keke going straight to Costain Bus Stop.
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Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the heavy morning rush, move before 6:30 AM or wait until the off-peak period starting from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM. For evening commuters, try to leave Costain before 4:30 PM, or prepare to face the heavy closing-time gridlock that peaks between 5:30 PM and 8:00 PM.
Safety Rating
Medium - The route is generally safe during the day, but commuters must stay alert. Pickpocketing and bag-snatching are common around Oyingbo market and Costain Under-Bridge, especially in the early mornings (5:00 AM - 7:00 AM) and late evenings (7:30 PM onward). Avoid showing expensive phones or carrying open bags in crowded buses.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct Lagride or standard BRT lane running inside Makoko itself. However, the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (Blue Line) and major BRT corridors are accessible nearby at National Theatre or Oyingbo, which you can connect to easily if you are heading further down towards the Island or Mile 2.
Heavy delivery trucks and logistics vans must take the service lane under the Ojuelegba bridge due to strict height restriction barriers on the flyover.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Makoko β Costain corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦2,700
Available Riders Nearby
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Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
4 to 9 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
Heavy delivery trucks and logistics vans must take the service lane under the Ojuelegba bridge due to strict height restriction barriers on the flyover.
Areas Affected
Herbert Macaulay Way
Costain β Makoko
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