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Traveling from Obalende to Lekki involves navigating through busy Lagos roads. The journey covers about 54.9 km and can take around 43 minutes in clear traffic, but expect much longer during peak hours. You'll primarily use major expressways like Ahmadu Bello Way and the Lekki-Epe Expressway.
Distance
54.9 km
Duration
43 mins
Total Cost
₦800 - ₦1,200
How Road Be Now
Optimal night travel conditions. Roads are clear and fast.
Hold-up delay
No delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Depart from Obalende Bus Stop. Board a Danfo or Coaster bus heading towards CMS/TBS.
At CMS Bus Stop, alight and look for buses going to 'Lekki Phase 1', 'Jakande', 'Ajah', or 'Abraham Adesanya'. These buses will take the Ahmadu Bello Way and then the Lekki-Epe Expressway.
Depending on your final destination in Lekki, you might need to alight at a major bus stop (e.g., Ajah, Abraham Adesanya) and take another 'short-trip' Danfo or Keke Napep to your exact location.
LASTMA/VIO are often present around Obalende, CMS, and major junctions on Lekki-Epe Expressway. Ensure your bus driver follows traffic rules.
To save money, try to enter 'short-trip' buses that are already half-full to avoid waiting for a bus to fill up completely.
Be prepared for potential delays at the toll gates and major junctions on Lekki-Epe Expressway.
Always confirm the bus's destination with the conductor before boarding.
The fastest way, if traffic is light, would be a private car or taxi. For public transport, using the BRT from CMS after a short Danfo ride from Obalende can be efficient due to the dedicated BRT lanes.
While major roads are generally lit, it's advisable to avoid traveling late at night (after 9 PM) on public transport due to increased safety risks like 'one-chance' operations. If you must travel, use well-lit bus stops and avoid empty buses.
Direct buses from Obalende to the far end of Lekki (like Ajah or Abraham Adesanya) are rare. You will almost certainly need to make at least one transfer, typically at CMS/TBS.
Budget between ₦800 - ₦1,200 for public transport, depending on your chosen method and the specific destination within Lekki. Always have smaller denominations of Naira notes (₦50, ₦100, ₦200, ₦500) for bus fares.
Unfortunately, for this corridor, the main routes are Ahmadu Bello Way and Lekki-Epe Expressway. There are no significant alternate public transport routes that bypass these entirely. Your best bet is to travel during off-peak hours.
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
The best times to travel are early mornings (before 6:00 AM) or late evenings (after 8:00 PM) on weekdays to avoid heavy traffic. Weekends, especially Sunday mornings, also offer clearer roads.
Safety Rating
Medium. Lagos roads are generally safe during the day. However, 'one-chance' incidents (where criminals pose as public transport operators) can occur, especially at night or in isolated areas. Always board buses from designated bus stops and avoid empty vehicles. Be aware of your belongings in crowded areas.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT service from Obalende to Lekki. However, you can connect to the BRT system from CMS/TBS which has routes along the Lekki-Epe Expressway. There is no train service available for this route.
How Road Be Now
Optimal night travel conditions. Roads are clear and fast.
Hold-up delay
No delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-7 to -2 mins wait
Fare Price Level
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Areas Affected
Obalende Road