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This guide gives you the best, cheapest, and fastest ways to move from Makoko to the busy transport hub of Oshodi. Whether you are using the popular yellow Danfo buses, combining short Keke trips, or booking a private ride-hailing car, this breakdown shows you the exact steps, bus stops, landmarks, and current market prices.
Distance
11.5 km
Duration
45 mins
Total Cost
β¦800 - β¦1,300
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Walk out of the inner Makoko settlement or take a short walk to the main road near Apollo Street to board a local minibus heading towards Yaba.
Drop at Yaba Bus Stop, cross the pedestrian bridge safely, and walk to the main park where big yellow buses load passengers heading straight to Oshodi.
Board the Danfo heading to Oshodi. The bus will pass through Ojuelegba or Mushin Olosha before arriving at your final destination.
Alight from the bus at the final stop under the bridge or at the central Oshodi Interchange.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Walk out of the inner Makoko settlement or take a short walk to the main road near Apollo Street to board a local minibus heading towards Yaba.
Drop at Yaba Bus Stop, cross the pedestrian bridge safely, and walk to the main park where big yellow buses load passengers heading straight to Oshodi.
Board the Danfo heading to Oshodi. The bus will pass through Ojuelegba or Mushin Olosha before arriving at your final destination.
Alight from the bus at the final stop under the bridge or at the central Oshodi Interchange.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Makoko β Oshodi corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦3,600
Available Riders Nearby
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the heavy morning rush, try to leave Makoko before 6:30 AM. If you are traveling during off-peak hours, the best time to move is between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM when the main roads are clear. For evening trips, wait until after 8:30 PM to avoid the terrible closing-hour traffic.
Safety Rating
Medium - The route is generally safe during the day, but you must be very careful at night. Beware of pickpockets at Yaba and Oshodi Under-bridge. Keep your phones and wallets inside your bags, avoid counting cash openly, and stay away from dark or isolated paths when it is late.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT bus or train starting inside Makoko itself. However, you can easily connect to the Lagos Red Line Rail Project or standard public buses by taking a short trip to Yaba Station or Mushin.
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 Makoko β Oshodi corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦3,600
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Small delay on the road
Hold-up Delay Today
1 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
22 to 27 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
Herbert Macaulay Way
Oshodi β Makoko
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