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This guide provides practical public transport options for travelers moving from Osborne Foreshore in Ikoyi to Bode Thomas in Surulere, Lagos. It focuses on affordable and common methods like 'Danfo' buses and 'Keke Marwa' tricycles, avoiding private ride-hailing services. Expect a journey of about 14 km, taking roughly 1.5 hours outside of peak traffic.
Distance
14.0 km
Duration
1h 30m
Total Cost
β¦650 - β¦950
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From Osborne Foreshore, walk or take a short 'Keke' or 'Danfo' ride to the main Osborne Road/Alfred Rewane Road junction or a nearby recognized bus stop.
Board a 'Danfo' bus heading to Obalende. This is a direct route and a major transport hub.
At Obalende, look for 'Danfo' buses going to Ojuelegba. This is a very popular route on the Mainland.
From Ojuelegba, you can find smaller 'Danfo' buses or 'Keke Marwa' (tricycles) heading directly into Bode Thomas Street.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From Osborne Foreshore, walk or take a short 'Keke' or 'Danfo' ride to the main Osborne Road/Alfred Rewane Road junction or a nearby recognized bus stop.
Board a 'Danfo' bus heading to Obalende. This is a direct route and a major transport hub.
At Obalende, look for 'Danfo' buses going to Ojuelegba. This is a very popular route on the Mainland.
From Ojuelegba, you can find smaller 'Danfo' buses or 'Keke Marwa' (tricycles) heading directly into Bode Thomas Street.
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30-60 Min
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Status
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 Lagos traffic. Mid-afternoons (between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM) are also relatively clear. Avoid peak hours between 6:00 AM - 9:30 AM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
Safety Rating
Medium. While generally safe during the day, pickpocketing is common in crowded bus stops like Obalende and Ojuelegba. Evening travel carries a higher risk of 'one-chance' scams, so always use recognized public transport from established bus stops and avoid isolated routes or unmarked vehicles late at night.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT or rail service for this entire route. However, BRT lanes are available on Funsho Williams Avenue (Western Avenue) from Eko Bridge towards Ojuelegba/Fadeyi. Travelers would need to use 'Danfo' buses or 'Keke' to connect from Osborne Foreshore to a BRT corridor.
Heavy delivery trucks and logistics vans must take the service lane under the Ojuelegba bridge due to strict height restriction barriers on the flyover.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Osborne Foreshore β Bode Thomas corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦4,100
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
-1 to 4 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
Heavy delivery trucks and logistics vans must take the service lane under the Ojuelegba bridge due to strict height restriction barriers on the flyover.
Areas Affected
Osborne Road
Bode Thomas β Osborne Foreshore
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