Mende and GRA Ikeja are very close. You can travel by bus or use a taxi. The trip is short but can be slow if there is traffic at Maryland.
Distance
5.0 km
Duration
25 mins
Total Cost
N400 - N600
Status
Verified Route
Current Status
Severe evening congestion. Major routes are currently at high capacity.
Est. Delay
+52 min
* Based on peak pattern analysis
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Walk or take a short bike ride from Mende to Maryland Bus Stop.
Cross the pedestrian bridge to the other side of the road.
Enter a small bus going towards Ikeja or Airport.
Drop off at the GRA entrance or close to Sheraton Hotel.
Carry small money (change) to pay the bus conductor.
Hold your phone and bag tightly in the crowded bus stop.
Ask the conductor if the bus will stop at GRA before you enter.
The best time to move is mid-morning to avoid heavy traffic.
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No, they are very close. It is about 15 to 30 minutes away depending on traffic.
Yes, if you like walking, you can walk to Maryland Mall and enter GRA, but it will take about 40 minutes.
A taxi or a private car is the fastest way, especially if you avoid the Maryland traffic light.