This is a comprehensive guide to traveling from Okokomaiko to Allen Avenue, Ikeja. This journey moves from the far western part of Lagos across the Lagos-Badagry Expressway up to the central business area of Ikeja. Because of current fuel price hikes and major road constructions, fares are high and traffic can be heavy. Depending on your budget and time, you can use standard commercial buses (Danfo), the newly built Lagos Blue Rail Line combined with standard buses, or ride-hailing services. Plan for a long trip, especially during morning and evening rush hours.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the extreme morning traffic, it is best to depart Okokomaiko between 5:00 AM and 6:00 AM. If you are traveling off-peak, the ideal time to leave is between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM when the initial morning rush has completely cleared and before the evening closing rush starts.
Chance to get bus/car
Small delay on the road
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
13 to 18 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.11x)
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+15 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Stand at Okokomaiko bus stop and board a large commercial bus or a Danfo heading towards Mile 2.
Drop at Mile 2 bus stop. Cross over the bridge carefully and look for the buses heading straight to Oshodi.
Arrive at Oshodi. Move to the local terminal or roadside park and board a short-distance Danfo heading to Ikeja Under-Bridge.
Drop at Ikeja Under-Bridge. Walk slightly towards the Allen junction or board a short Keke Marwa (tricycle) going directly down Allen Avenue.
Always carry smaller denominations of Naira notes ('change') to avoid bitter arguments with bus conductors.
Listen carefully to the conductor's destination before you jump in; make sure they are not stopping halfway at Cele or Iyana-Ipaja.
Keep your luggage light as Danfo buses charge extra fees for large bags that occupy seat space.
Keep your eyes on the road and do not sleep, especially between Mile 2 and Oshodi where traffic hawkers and pickpockets operate.
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Safety Rating
Medium - You must remain very alert. Pickpocketing is highly common at major bus stops like Iyana-Iba, Mile 2, Oshodi, and Ikeja Under-Bridge, especially in the early mornings and late nights. Avoid using your mobile phone openly in moving buses near slow traffic. Keep your bags closely zipped and held to your front. Beware of 'One Chance' fake commercial buses, particularly at dawn or late in the evening; always board buses from designated, organized motor parks rather than isolated roadside spots.
BRT / Rail / Water
Yes, partial rail and BRT services are available. You can take the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (Blue Line) from Mile 2 station to Alaba or Orile to cut through Badagry Expressway traffic. From Oshodi, you can also find standard regulated BRT buses heading towards Ikeja or take commercial buses that use the designated transport lanes.
Distance
38.0 km
Duration
2h 30m
Total Cost
₦2,500 - ₦4,200
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+15 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
You should hold at least ₦4,500 to ₦6,000 to be completely safe. While the basic bus fare typically ranges between ₦2,500 and ₦4,200, sudden traffic jams, minor rain showers, or midday fuel adjustments can cause conductors to increase prices without warning.
It is generally safe if you stick to crowded, official motor parks. However, moving before 5:00 AM puts you at risk of encountering 'One Chance' buses or street hoodlums (Area Boys) around Iyana-Iba and Mile 2. Try to move when other workers are out on the road.
No, direct buses from Okokomaiko to Allen Avenue are extremely rare. You will almost always have to break the journey by stopping at Mile 2 or Oshodi first, then taking another connection to Ikeja before entering a final bus or Keke to Allen.
Remind the conductor politely but firmly about your change immediately after you pay and before you reach your final destination. Avoid getting into violent shouting matches. It helps immensely to bring exact change or smaller naira notes when boarding.