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This guide outlines a long-distance journey of over 800 kilometers, starting from a location named 'Marina' in Northern Nigeria and concluding at Ijora in Lagos. The trip typically takes over 10 hours by road, traversing several states and major expressways, including A1, Ibadan-Ilorin Expressway, and the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway (E1), before entering Lagos city through Ikorodu Road and Apapa Road.
Distance
832.3 km
Duration
10h 17m
Total Cost
β¦10,000 - β¦18,000
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Start your journey from a reputable motor park in Marina (Northern Nigeria) offering direct bus services to Lagos. Look for companies like ABC Transport, God is Good Motors (GIGM), or Peace Mass Transit.
The bus will depart, typically using local roads to connect to the A1 highway, heading south. You'll travel along the A1, passing through towns and cities like Jebba.
Continue on the major expressways, including the Ibadan-Ilorin Expressway, then connecting through Ogbomoso and Oyo via Ogbomoso-Ikoyi Road, Ogbomoso Oyo Road, Oyo-Ogbomoso Road, and Oyo Road.
The bus will eventually merge onto the E1 (Lagos-Ibadan Expressway), which is the main gateway into Lagos. Expect a stop or two for refreshments along the way.
Upon entering Lagos, the bus will typically arrive at a major interstate bus terminal. Common terminals for buses from the north include Ojota, Maza Maza, or Jibowu.
From your arrival terminal in Lagos, you will need to take local public transport to Ijora. If you arrive at Ojota, you can find a 'Danfo' (yellow bus) going towards Costain/Ijora, or a BRT bus towards National Theatre/Costain.
The local bus will take you through Ikorodu Road, Western Avenue, and eventually Apapa Road, leading you to Ijora.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Start your journey from a reputable motor park in Marina (Northern Nigeria) offering direct bus services to Lagos. Look for companies like ABC Transport, God is Good Motors (GIGM), or Peace Mass Transit.
The bus will depart, typically using local roads to connect to the A1 highway, heading south. You'll travel along the A1, passing through towns and cities like Jebba.
Continue on the major expressways, including the Ibadan-Ilorin Expressway, then connecting through Ogbomoso and Oyo via Ogbomoso-Ikoyi Road, Ogbomoso Oyo Road, Oyo-Ogbomoso Road, and Oyo Road.
The bus will eventually merge onto the E1 (Lagos-Ibadan Expressway), which is the main gateway into Lagos. Expect a stop or two for refreshments along the way.
Upon entering Lagos, the bus will typically arrive at a major interstate bus terminal. Common terminals for buses from the north include Ojota, Maza Maza, or Jibowu.
From your arrival terminal in Lagos, you will need to take local public transport to Ijora. If you arrive at Ojota, you can find a 'Danfo' (yellow bus) going towards Costain/Ijora, or a BRT bus towards National Theatre/Costain.
The local bus will take you through Ikorodu Road, Western Avenue, and eventually Apapa Road, leading you to Ijora.
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Best Time to Travel
To avoid heavy traffic within Lagos and ensure you complete most of your journey in daylight, it is best to depart from Marina very early in the morning, ideally between 5:00 AM and 6:00 AM. This allows you to bypass the worst of Lagos traffic upon arrival and reduces the risks associated with night travel on highways.
Safety Rating
Medium. Interstate travel in Nigeria carries inherent risks. While major expressways are generally safer, security concerns like 'one-chance' incidents (especially if using unverified shared taxis) and highway robbery, though rare, are possibilities. Night travel significantly increases risks due to poor visibility and reduced security presence. Always travel during the day and use reputable transport services.
BRT / Rail / Water
For the majority of this long interstate route, BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) or rail services are not available. However, once you arrive in Lagos, the BRT system operates along parts of Ikorodu Road. The Lagos-Ibadan Standard Gauge Railway line is an option if you choose to break your journey in Ibadan; you could take a bus to Ibadan, then the train to Lagos, and then local transport to Ijora.
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 Marina β Ijora corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
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β¦151,400
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Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-14 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
A1