This guide covers the journey from Osapa London on the Lekki axis down to Ikosi (Ketu area) on the mainland. Due to the long distance cutting across the island and mainland corridors, fuel price shocks, and high traffic inflation, your movement requires strategic timing to avoid getting stuck in heavy gridlock around Third Mainland Bridge and Outer Marina/Oworonshoki.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To escape the worst traffic, leave Osapa London before 6:30 AM for morning trips. For off-peak afternoon movement, travel between 11:00 AM and 2:30 PM.
Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-4 to 1 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+11 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Take a local short-distance Keke or walk from your street in Osapa London out to the main Osapa Bus Stop along the Lekki-Epe Expressway.
Board a direct Danfo bus going to Obalende. Stay inside the bus and follow it through Lekki Phase 1, through the toll gate axis until you reach the final stop at Obalende park.
From Obalende park, look for the big yellow Danfo buses or coaster buses going directly to Ketu or Ojota. This bus will take you through the Third Mainland Bridge down to the mainland corridor.
Drop at Ketu Bus Stop, walk toward the Under-bridge area, and enter a short-trip local Danfo or Keke going straight into Ikosi Road.
Always enter commercial buses with 'change' (small naira notes) to avoid fierce arguments with conductors.
Keep your bag zipped and placed in front of your chest while walking through Obalende and Ketu parks.
Confirm the destination from the driver or conductor before you climb into any public bus.
Expect sudden fare spikes if sky conditions look dark or if it starts drizzling while you are waiting at the bus stop.
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Safety Rating
Medium - Commuters must remain highly vigilant at major intersection parks. Hold your phone tight and secure your bags at Oworonshoki and Ketu Under-bridge, especially early in the morning or past 7:00 PM to avoid pickpockets and area boys.
BRT / Rail / Water
Standard regulated BRT buses are available once you get to Ojota or Ketu, but there is no direct rail connection or island-to-mainland BRT link for this exact route layout yet.
Distance
34.5 km
Duration
1h 50m
Total Cost
₦2,400 - ₦3,500
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+11 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
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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
Lekki-Epe Expressway
If you are using public Danfo buses, expect to spend between ₦2,400 and ₦3,800 for a one-way trip depending on the specific stops you use. If you choose ride-hailing apps, the fare will range between ₦9,500 and ₦14,000, and even higher during severe rain or peak surge periods.
No, there are no direct BRT buses operating between Lekki and Ketu/Ikosi. You must take standard commercial Danfo buses to connection hubs like Obalende or CMS before finding another bus heading to the mainland.
The safest and most ideal time to cross is during daylight hours, specifically between 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM. Avoid very late night movements through the major parks if you are carrying heavy luggage or expensive gadgets.
If the bridge is locked, drivers often detour through Eko Bridge via Costain, then move up through Surulere, Fadeyi, and Ikorodu Road to reach Ketu-Ikosi. This detour can add an extra 60 to 90 minutes to your travel time.