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This guide provides detailed, step-by-step instructions for traveling from Obanikoro to Banana Island in Lagos, Nigeria. It covers direct routes via car/taxi and public transport options, offering practical advice on costs, traffic, and safety for a smooth journey.
Distance
26.2 km
Duration
25 mins
Total Cost
β¦5,000 - β¦8,000
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Depart from your location on the unnamed road in Obanikoro.
Turn right onto the unnamed road, then another right onto another unnamed road.
At the end of the road, turn right onto Ikorodu Road.
Take the ramp for a slight left onto an unnamed road, merging slightly left onto Ikorodu Road. Continue straight.
Take the off-ramp for a slight right onto an unnamed road, then continue straight onto Ikorodu Road. Keep right to follow signs for Apapa Road.
Turn right onto Apapa Road, which then becomes Apapa-Oworonshoki Expressway. Merge slightly left onto the expressway.
At the fork, bear slight right onto F265, which then becomes Ring Road. Continue straight.
Take the off-ramp slight right on F265, then continue with a U-turn onto Alfred Rewane Road.
At the fork, bear slight right onto Gerrard Road.
At the roundabout, take the slight right onto Osborne Road, then exit the roundabout onto Osborne Road.
Osborne Road becomes Alexander Avenue. Continue straight.
At the rotary, take the slight right to exit onto Alexander Avenue.
Turn right onto Onikoyi Road.
Turn right onto Banana Island Road.
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue, then left onto Ondo Street, and finally left onto B Close. Your destination will be on the left.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Depart from your location on the unnamed road in Obanikoro.
Turn right onto the unnamed road, then another right onto another unnamed road.
At the end of the road, turn right onto Ikorodu Road.
Take the ramp for a slight left onto an unnamed road, merging slightly left onto Ikorodu Road. Continue straight.
Take the off-ramp for a slight right onto an unnamed road, then continue straight onto Ikorodu Road. Keep right to follow signs for Apapa Road.
Turn right onto Apapa Road, which then becomes Apapa-Oworonshoki Expressway. Merge slightly left onto the expressway.
At the fork, bear slight right onto F265, which then becomes Ring Road. Continue straight.
Take the off-ramp slight right on F265, then continue with a U-turn onto Alfred Rewane Road.
At the fork, bear slight right onto Gerrard Road.
At the roundabout, take the slight right onto Osborne Road, then exit the roundabout onto Osborne Road.
Osborne Road becomes Alexander Avenue. Continue straight.
At the rotary, take the slight right to exit onto Alexander Avenue.
Turn right onto Onikoyi Road.
Turn right onto Banana Island Road.
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue, then left onto Ondo Street, and finally left onto B Close. Your destination will be on the left.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Obanikoro β Banana Island corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦6,300
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
Early mornings (before 6:30 AM) or late mornings (after 10:00 AM) to avoid peak rush hour traffic. Mid-day (12:00 PM - 2:00 PM) is also usually less congested. Avoid 6:30 AM - 9:30 AM and 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM.
Safety Rating
Medium. While Banana Island itself is highly secure, the journey through mainland Lagos and parts of Ikoyi requires awareness. Daytime travel is generally safe, but exercise caution with unmarked taxis ('one-chance') and during late evenings.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) is available along Ikorodu Road, making it a viable first leg for public transport. There is no train service on this specific route within Lagos.
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 Obanikoro β Banana Island corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦6,300
Available Riders Nearby
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Chance to get bus/car
Normal / Easy to get bus
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
9 to 14 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.11x)
Due to Ajah flyover layouts, returning U-turns are best performed at designated roundabouts rather than illegal bypasses to avoid traffic penalties.
Areas Affected
Ikorodu Road
Banana Island β Obanikoro
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