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Moving from the Mainland to the Island in Lagos can be stressful, but this guide breaks down exactly how to get from Ojota to Jakande Roundabout on the Lekki-Epe Expressway. By understanding the best routes, dynamic transport changes, and current high transport prices, you can travel with confidence and avoid getting stuck or overcharged.
Distance
31.0 km
Duration
2h 0m
Total Cost
β¦1,800 - β¦2,600
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Walk down to the Ojota Motor Park under the pedestrian bridge and look for conductors shouting Obalende or CMS.
Board the Danfo bus and follow Ikorodu Road through Gbagada and Third Mainland Bridge. Drop down at CMS or Obalende last stop.
At CMS or Obalende, cross over to the park where they load big coaster buses or Danfos going straight to Ajah or Jakande.
Enter the bus, pass through Lekki Phase 1, Marwa, and Chevron, then tell the conductor you will drop at Jakande Bus Stop.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Walk down to the Ojota Motor Park under the pedestrian bridge and look for conductors shouting Obalende or CMS.
Board the Danfo bus and follow Ikorodu Road through Gbagada and Third Mainland Bridge. Drop down at CMS or Obalende last stop.
At CMS or Obalende, cross over to the park where they load big coaster buses or Danfos going straight to Ajah or Jakande.
Enter the bus, pass through Lekki Phase 1, Marwa, and Chevron, then tell the conductor you will drop at Jakande Bus Stop.
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Status
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Best Time to Travel
To beat the heavy morning rush-hour traffic heading to the Island, you should leave Ojota between 5:30 AM and 6:15 AM. If you are traveling during off-peak hours, the best time to move is between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM when the roads are relatively free.
Safety Rating
Medium - The route is generally busy and safe during the day, but you must keep your eyes open. Watch your pockets and bags at Ojota under-bridge and inside crowded garages. At night, hold your phone tight when stuck in traffic around Gbagada and Oworonshoki because of pickpockets and traffic robbers.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT bus or rail line from Ojota to Jakande. However, you can use the standard BRT bus from Ojota to CMS, then board a regular commercial bus or coaster bus to Jakande.
Bypass the Ikeja Under-Bridge corridor from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. Traffic builds rapidly due to commercial buses loading along the main road lanes.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
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30-60 Min
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β¦7,100
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Chance to get bus/car
Normal / Easy to get bus
Hold-up Delay Today
1 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
8 to 13 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
Bypass the Ikeja Under-Bridge corridor from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. Traffic builds rapidly due to commercial buses loading along the main road lanes.
Areas Affected
Ikorodu Road
Jakande β ojota
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