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Moving from the busy commercial center of Marina on Lagos Island down to the ancient coastal town of Badagry requires crossing from the island to the mainland and following the long Lagos-Badagry highway corridor. This trip spans across several local government areas and can take anywhere from 2 to 4 hours depending heavily on the time of day, current road conditions, and your choice of transit.
Distance
65.0 km
Duration
2h 30m
Total Cost
β¦2,700 - β¦4,000
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Walk to the Lagos Blue Line Rail station at Marina. Purchase your Cowry Card or load your existing card at the counter, then board the electric train heading towards Mile 2.
Disembark at the final stop which is Mile 2 station. Walk down the stairs safely and exit toward the main road/bus park area.
Locate the yellow commercial buses (Danfo) or larger coaster buses heading straight to Badagry. You can find them loading under the bridge or at the designated parks near Maza Maza. Board the one going directly to Badagry Roundabout.
Ride through the expressway, passing trade fair, Okokomaiko, and Agbara. Drop finally at Badagry Roundabout or Badagry Under-bridge.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Walk to the Lagos Blue Line Rail station at Marina. Purchase your Cowry Card or load your existing card at the counter, then board the electric train heading towards Mile 2.
Disembark at the final stop which is Mile 2 station. Walk down the stairs safely and exit toward the main road/bus park area.
Locate the yellow commercial buses (Danfo) or larger coaster buses heading straight to Badagry. You can find them loading under the bridge or at the designated parks near Maza Maza. Board the one going directly to Badagry Roundabout.
Ride through the expressway, passing trade fair, Okokomaiko, and Agbara. Drop finally at Badagry Roundabout or Badagry Under-bridge.
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30-60 Min
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Best Time to Travel
To beat heavy traffic grids, the best time to depart Marina is between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM (off-peak hours). If you must travel in the morning, leave as early as 6:00 AM before the outward mainland traffic builds up completely. Avoid moving between 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM when workers clog the expressway.
Safety Rating
Medium - The route is generally active and heavily traveled by thousands daily, but commuters must stay highly alert at major transit hubs like Mile 2, Maza Maza, and Okokomaiko due to activities of pickpockets, bag snatchers, and traffic louts ('area boys'). Avoid moving very early in the morning or late at night.
BRT / Rail / Water
Yes, partial but highly effective. The Lagos Rail Mass Transit (Blue Line) runs perfectly from Marina to Mile 2, allowing you to bypass a significant chunk of mainland traffic. From Mile 2, regulated BRT buses or standard commercial interstate buses run directly along the dedicated lanes down towards Okokomaiko and Badagry.
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 Marina β Badagry corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦13,200
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
-1 to 4 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
Eko Bridge