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This guide helps you navigate from the upscale Osborne Foreshore in Ikoyi to the bustling commercial hub of Allen Avenue in Ikeja, Lagos. Expect a journey across major Lagos highways, including the iconic Third Mainland Bridge, with varying traffic conditions and public transport options.
Distance
18.0 km
Duration
1h 15m
Total Cost
₦700 - ₦1,200
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From Osborne Foreshore, take a 'Keke Napep' or a local 'drop' taxi to the Ikoyi-Obalende link bridge or Obalende Bus Stop.
At Obalende, board a 'Danfo' (yellow bus) heading towards Oworonshoki/Berger. Make sure it's going over the Third Mainland Bridge.
Alight at Oworonshoki Bus Stop. From Oworonshoki, look for a 'Danfo' heading to Oshodi or Maryland.
From Maryland, take another 'Danfo' or 'Keke Napep' going to Allen Avenue. You might need to alight at the Obafemi Awolowo Way junction and walk a short distance or take another Keke for the final stretch.
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From Osborne Foreshore, take a 'Keke Napep' or a local 'drop' taxi to the Ikoyi-Obalende link bridge or Obalende Bus Stop.
At Obalende, board a 'Danfo' (yellow bus) heading towards Oworonshoki/Berger. Make sure it's going over the Third Mainland Bridge.
Alight at Oworonshoki Bus Stop. From Oworonshoki, look for a 'Danfo' heading to Oshodi or Maryland.
From Maryland, take another 'Danfo' or 'Keke Napep' going to Allen Avenue. You might need to alight at the Obafemi Awolowo Way junction and walk a short distance or take another Keke for the final stretch.
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Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
Early mornings (before 6:00 AM) or late mornings (after 10:00 AM) are best to avoid the worst of the peak hour traffic. Mid-afternoon (between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM) can also be less congested. Avoid 6:30 AM - 9:30 AM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
Safety Rating
Medium. While major roads are generally safe during the day, 'one-chance' incidents can occur in less reputable public transport, especially at night or in isolated areas. Pickpocketing is common in crowded buses and bus stops. Always be aware of your surroundings.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) is available for parts of this route, particularly from Oworonshoki towards Oshodi/Maryland. There is no direct BRT route from Osborne Foreshore to Allen Avenue, requiring transfers. No train service directly serves this route.
Shuttle fares from Berger to Mowe fluctuate depending on petrol availability at the Berger junction. Expect standard fares during off-peak morning hours.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Osborne Foreshore → Allen Avenue corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
₦4,800
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-5 to 0 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
Shuttle fares from Berger to Mowe fluctuate depending on petrol availability at the Berger junction. Expect standard fares during off-peak morning hours.
Areas Affected
Osborne Road