This is a long-distance cross-city journey from the far West of Lagos (Mainland) to the rapidly developing Lekki-Epe axis (Island). Traveling from Okokomaiko to Abijo requires moving through major transit hubs like Mile 2, CMS or Obalende, and Ajah. Because of the long distance, heavy traffic jams at key junctions, and recent fuel price hikes, this journey requires early preparation, a good budget, and patience.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the worst traffic, leave Okokomaiko as early as 5:00 AM to 5:30 AM if you want to reach the Island before mid-morning. If traveling during midday off-peak hours, move between 10:30 AM and 2:00 PM. Avoid starting this journey between 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM unless you are prepared for heavy gridlock.
Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-11 to -6 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+21 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Board a commercial Danfo bus or a small yellow bus from Okokomaiko bus stop heading straight to Mile 2.
At Mile 2, locate the buses going to CMS or Obalende. You can take a Danfo going through Eko Bridge or enter a coastal bus.
From CMS or Obalende, look for the large capacity buses or standard Danfo heading towards Ajah. Ensure you ask the conductor to confirm they are passing the Lekki toll axis.
Drop at Ajah, then walk down slightly towards the Lekki-Epe corridor to board a short-distance Danfo or Korope (mini-bus) going towards Awoyaya or Epe, and tell the conductor you will drop at Abijo bus stop.
Always carry smaller denominations of Naira notes ('change') to avoid severe arguments with commercial bus conductors.
Hold your phone tightly and keep your backpack in front of your chest when walking through Mile 2 and CMS garages.
If you notice a bus has only men inside who look suspicious, do not enter; wait for the next public bus.
Check the weather before leaving; if it looks like it will rain, move immediately or expect fares to double.
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Safety Rating
Medium - The route is generally safe during daylight hours, but commuters must stay alert. Beware of pickpockets at crowded garages like Mile 2 and CMS. Avoid flashing expensive phones or carrying open bags. Late-night travel is highly discouraged around Okokomaiko and Mile 2 due to 'one-chance' criminal buses and area boys.
BRT / Rail / Water
Partial availability. You can take the Lagos Blue Line Rail from Mile 2 to Marina (CMS), which saves a lot of time and bypasses Mainland-Island road traffic. Standard BRT buses also run from CMS/Obalende down to Ajah, but from Ajah to Abijo, you must rely on standard Danfo buses or local Keke.
Distance
72.0 km
Duration
3h 30m
Total Cost
₦2,500 - ₦4,000
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+21 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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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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
Lagos-Badagry Expressway
With the current fuel price inflation, you should hold at least ₦4,500 to ₦5,000 if you are using public buses, to cover any sudden price increases by conductors. If you plan to use a ride-hailing car, budget between ₦20,000 and ₦30,000 depending on the time of day.
No, there are no direct commercial buses from Okokomaiko to Abijo. You must break the journey into segments. The most common method is stopping at Mile 2 first, moving to CMS or Obalende, then taking another bus to Ajah before entering the final bus to Abijo.
No, the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (Blue Line) only runs from Mile 2 to Marina (CMS). From CMS, you must use road transport like BRT or Danfo buses to complete your journey to Ajah and onward to Abijo.
Keep your windows rolled up if you are in a private car or ride-hailing vehicle to avoid 'traffic robbers'. If you are inside a Danfo bus, keep your phones out of sight, do not count cash openly, and stay awake until you reach your final destination at Abijo.