Loading travel data...
Gathering live data
Loading travel data...
Compiling Route Details...
Gathering live data
Compiling Route Details...
Traveling from Osborne Foreshore in Ikoyi to Iwaya in Yaba is an intra-city journey within Lagos. It involves crossing the Third Mainland Bridge and typically requires multiple public transport changes. Expect varying travel times due to Lagos's dynamic traffic conditions, especially during peak hours.
Distance
12.5 km
Duration
1h 15m
Total Cost
β¦700 - β¦1,200
Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From Osborne Foreshore, walk to the main Osborne Road. Board a yellow Danfo bus heading towards Obalende.
Alight at Obalende Bus Stop. From there, look for another yellow Danfo bus that is going to Yaba or Oyingbo.
Once you arrive at Yaba Bus Stop (or Oyingbo), alight and find a local Danfo or Keke Napep (tricycle) that goes into Iwaya. Be specific about your destination within Iwaya.
Was this route guide helpful for your commute today?
Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From Osborne Foreshore, walk to the main Osborne Road. Board a yellow Danfo bus heading towards Obalende.
Alight at Obalende Bus Stop. From there, look for another yellow Danfo bus that is going to Yaba or Oyingbo.
Once you arrive at Yaba Bus Stop (or Oyingbo), alight and find a local Danfo or Keke Napep (tricycle) that goes into Iwaya. Be specific about your destination within Iwaya.
Was this route guide helpful for your commute today?
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Osborne Foreshore β Iwaya corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦3,800
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
The best times to travel are early mornings (before 6:30 AM) or late mornings (10:00 AM - 1:00 PM) to avoid the heaviest traffic. Travel during the evening rush hour (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM) will significantly increase your travel time and may lead to higher fares from drivers looking to capitalize on demand.
Safety Rating
Medium. While generally safe during daylight hours, evening travel carries increased risks. 'One-chance' vehicles (unmarked public transport where passengers are robbed) are a known risk in Lagos, particularly after dark. Always board vehicles at busy, well-lit bus stops and avoid empty or suspiciously quiet buses. Pickpocketing is also common in crowded areas like Obalende and Yaba bus stops.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) is partially available for this route. You can take a Danfo from Osborne Foreshore to Obalende, then connect to a BRT bus towards Yaba. You will need a Cowry Card to use the BRT service. There are no direct BRT routes from Osborne Foreshore to Iwaya, and no rail options currently serve this specific intra-city corridor.
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 Osborne Foreshore β Iwaya corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦3,800
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Plenty crowd / long queue
Hold-up Delay Today
9 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
13 to 18 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.24x)
Due to Ajah flyover layouts, returning U-turns are best performed at designated roundabouts rather than illegal bypasses to avoid traffic penalties.
Areas Affected
Osborne Road
Iwaya β Osborne Foreshore
Return guide with latest fares and stops.