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Moving from Okokomaiko to Lawanson means traveling from the far western part of Lagos towards the central mainland area. The journey majorly follows the Lagos-Badagry Expressway before branching off into internal connection roads around Mile 2 or Oshodi to head towards Surulere. Due to heavy traffic and fuel price increases, commuters must plan their time and budget carefully.
Distance
28.0 km
Duration
1h 30m
Total Cost
β¦1,800 - β¦2,700
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Stand at Okokomaiko bus stop and board a big yellow bus (Danfo) going to Mile 2. Make sure you hold change to avoid issues with the conductor.
Drop at Mile 2 under-bridge. Cross over safely using the pedestrian walkway and enter another Danfo heading towards Oshodi or Cele.
Drop at Cele Bus Stop along the expressway. Cross the bridge to the other side and walk to the park where buses or Kekes go straight into Lawanson and Itire.
Board a direct Danfo or a tricycle (Keke) from Cele that goes straight to Lawanson bus stop.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Stand at Okokomaiko bus stop and board a big yellow bus (Danfo) going to Mile 2. Make sure you hold change to avoid issues with the conductor.
Drop at Mile 2 under-bridge. Cross over safely using the pedestrian walkway and enter another Danfo heading towards Oshodi or Cele.
Drop at Cele Bus Stop along the expressway. Cross the bridge to the other side and walk to the park where buses or Kekes go straight into Lawanson and Itire.
Board a direct Danfo or a tricycle (Keke) from Cele that goes straight to Lawanson bus stop.
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30-60 Min
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β¦6,600
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Status
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Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the heavy morning rush, try to leave Okokomaiko before 5:30 AM. If you miss that, wait until the off-peak period between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM when fares drop slightly and traffic clears. For evening return trips, avoid moving between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM if you want to skip the worst standstills.
Safety Rating
Medium - Be very alert at major interchanges like Iyana-Iba, Mile 2, and Cele, especially early in the morning or late at night. Keep your phones and wallets inside your bags. Do not show expensive items openly while inside traffic. Avoid boarding buses that look suspicious or empty.
BRT / Rail / Water
Yes, partial availability. The Lagos Rail Mass Transit (Blue Line) operates from Mile 2 down to Marina, which helps you bypass some highway traffic. Standard red BRT buses also run along the Lagos-Badagry Expressway corridor, but they do not enter Lawanson directly. You will need to use local Danfos or Kekes for the final leg of the journey.
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 Okokomaiko β Lawanson corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦6,600
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Plenty crowd / long queue
Hold-up Delay Today
8 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
19 to 24 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.16x)
Due to Ajah flyover layouts, returning U-turns are best performed at designated roundabouts rather than illegal bypasses to avoid traffic penalties.
Areas Affected
Lagos-Badagry Expressway
Lawanson β Okokomaiko
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