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Traveling from Mende to Lekki in Lagos, Nigeria, is a significant journey across the city's mainland to the island. This route covers approximately 70 km and typically involves navigating through heavy Lagos traffic. While the ideal travel time is around an hour, expect actual travel to be much longer, often 2 to 4 hours, especially during peak periods. The journey primarily follows major arteries like Ikorodu Road, crosses to the Island via routes like Marina, and then proceeds along the Lekki-Epe Expressway.
Distance
69.9 km
Duration
56 mins
Total Cost
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From Mende, take a 'Keke Napep' (tricycle) or a 'Danfo' (yellow commercial bus) to Ojota Bus Stop.
At Ojota, locate the BRT terminal. Board a BRT bus heading towards CMS/TBS (Tafawa Balewa Square).
From CMS, find a 'Danfo' or 'Commercial Bus' going to Ajah or Abraham Adesanya. This bus will take you along Ahmadu Bello Way and the Lekki-Epe Expressway.
From Ajah/Abraham Adesanya, take a 'Keke Napep' or another 'Danfo' to your specific destination within Lekki.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From Mende, take a 'Keke Napep' (tricycle) or a 'Danfo' (yellow commercial bus) to Ojota Bus Stop.
At Ojota, locate the BRT terminal. Board a BRT bus heading towards CMS/TBS (Tafawa Balewa Square).
From CMS, find a 'Danfo' or 'Commercial Bus' going to Ajah or Abraham Adesanya. This bus will take you along Ahmadu Bello Way and the Lekki-Epe Expressway.
From Ajah/Abraham Adesanya, take a 'Keke Napep' or another 'Danfo' to your specific destination within Lekki.
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Best Time to Travel
To avoid the worst of Lagos traffic, it's best to travel very early in the morning (before 6:00 AM) or late in the morning (after 10:00 AM) on weekdays. Evening travel is best after 7:00 PM. Weekends generally offer lighter traffic, but major events can still cause congestion.
Safety Rating
Medium. While generally safe during the day, travelers should be cautious. 'One-chance' incidents (where passengers are robbed in commercial vehicles) are a concern, particularly at night or in less crowded areas. Pickpocketing can occur in crowded buses and bus stops. Always use reputable public transport and avoid late-night travel if possible. Be aware of your surroundings.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) is available for a significant portion of the route, particularly along Ikorodu Road from Ojota to CMS. There is no direct rail service connecting Mende to Lekki. The recently launched Blue Line rail connects Marina to Mile 2, which could be an option for a small segment if you are heading towards that direction from CMS.
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 Mende β Lekki corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
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Chance to get bus/car
Normal / Easy to get bus
Hold-up Delay Today
7 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
18 to 23 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.07x)
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
Mende Road
Lekki β Mende
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