Loading travel data...
Gathering live data
Loading travel data...
Compiling Route Details...
Gathering live data
Compiling Route Details...
Traveling from Obawole, located in the Ijaiye-Ojokoro area of Lagos Mainland, to Lekki Phase 2 on the bustling Lekki-Epe axis, is a significant cross-city journey. This guide provides detailed public transport options, covering various stages using yellow buses (Danfo), tricycles (Keke Marwa), and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) services. Expect a journey that can range from 2.5 to 4 hours, heavily dependent on Lagos's notorious traffic.
Distance
55.0 km
Duration
2h 30m
Total Cost
β¦2,000 - β¦3,300
Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From Obawole, take a tricycle (Keke Marwa) or a yellow bus (Danfo) to Ijaiye or Agege Pen Cinema.
At Agege Pen Cinema (or Ijaiye, depending on your first drop-off), board a Danfo going to Oshodi. Alternatively, if you can access the BRT corridor from Iyana Ipaja or Abule Egba, take a feeder bus to the BRT terminal and then a BRT bus to Oshodi.
From Oshodi Bus Terminal (specifically the BRT terminal), take a BRT bus directly to CMS or Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS). This is a dedicated lane and usually faster.
At CMS or TBS, board a yellow bus (Danfo) or a larger coaster bus heading towards Ajah or Sangotedo along the Lekki-Epe Expressway. Confirm with the conductor that it goes past your specific Lekki Phase 2 junction.
From your drop-off point on the Lekki-Epe Expressway (e.g., Abraham Adesanya, Sangotedo, or directly at the Lekki Phase 2 gate), take a Keke Marwa or another Danfo into Lekki Phase 2.
Was this route guide helpful for your commute today?
Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From Obawole, take a tricycle (Keke Marwa) or a yellow bus (Danfo) to Ijaiye or Agege Pen Cinema.
At Agege Pen Cinema (or Ijaiye, depending on your first drop-off), board a Danfo going to Oshodi. Alternatively, if you can access the BRT corridor from Iyana Ipaja or Abule Egba, take a feeder bus to the BRT terminal and then a BRT bus to Oshodi.
From Oshodi Bus Terminal (specifically the BRT terminal), take a BRT bus directly to CMS or Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS). This is a dedicated lane and usually faster.
At CMS or TBS, board a yellow bus (Danfo) or a larger coaster bus heading towards Ajah or Sangotedo along the Lekki-Epe Expressway. Confirm with the conductor that it goes past your specific Lekki Phase 2 junction.
From your drop-off point on the Lekki-Epe Expressway (e.g., Abraham Adesanya, Sangotedo, or directly at the Lekki Phase 2 gate), take a Keke Marwa or another Danfo into Lekki Phase 2.
Was this route guide helpful for your commute today?
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Obawole β Lekki Phase 2 corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦11,400
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
The best time to depart is very early in the morning (before 6:00 AM) or late morning (after 10:00 AM) to avoid the worst of the rush hour traffic. Similarly, late evening (after 7:00 PM) can be faster, but carries higher safety risks for public transport.
Safety Rating
Medium. While largely safe during the day, it's crucial to be aware of your surroundings. Avoid traveling very late at night using public transport. Be wary of 'one-chance' situations (unmarked commercial vehicles with ill intent). Always use established bus stops and marked commercial vehicles.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) is a major and highly recommended component of this journey, offering a more structured and often faster option for significant portions of the route. There is no direct rail service connecting Obawole to Lekki Phase 2.
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 Obawole β Lekki Phase 2 corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦11,400
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Small delay on the road
Hold-up Delay Today
4 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
11 to 16 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.17x)
Due to Ajah flyover layouts, returning U-turns are best performed at designated roundabouts rather than illegal bypasses to avoid traffic penalties.
Areas Affected
Ijaiye-Ojokoro Road