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This guide provides practical public transport options from Osborne Foreshore (Ikoyi) to Mende (Maryland/Ojota axis) within Lagos. It focuses on affordability, safety, and efficiency using local transport like Danfo and BRT, avoiding private ride-hailing services.
Distance
18.5 km
Duration
45 mins
Total Cost
β¦600 - β¦1,200
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From Osborne Foreshore, walk or take a short Keke/Danfo to Falomo Roundabout/Obalende.
At Obalende, board a Danfo heading towards Oworonshoki or Anthony. Confirm with the conductor that it goes past Oworonshoki.
Alight at Oworonshoki underbridge or Anthony bus stop (whichever is closer to your final destination in Mende).
From Oworonshoki or Anthony, board another Danfo or Keke heading towards Maryland/Mende. Most buses going towards Ojota will pass Mende.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From Osborne Foreshore, walk or take a short Keke/Danfo to Falomo Roundabout/Obalende.
At Obalende, board a Danfo heading towards Oworonshoki or Anthony. Confirm with the conductor that it goes past Oworonshoki.
Alight at Oworonshoki underbridge or Anthony bus stop (whichever is closer to your final destination in Mende).
From Oworonshoki or Anthony, board another Danfo or Keke heading towards Maryland/Mende. Most buses going towards Ojota will pass Mende.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Osborne Foreshore β Mende corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦4,900
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
Travel between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM to avoid the worst of Lagos's peak hour traffic. Morning peak is typically 6:00 AM - 9:30 AM, and evening peak is 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM.
Safety Rating
Medium. While generally safe during the day, evening travel requires extra caution due to 'one-chance' vehicles and petty theft risks around less busy bus stops. Always use well-lit, popular bus stops.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) is available for a significant portion of this route, offering a faster and more structured option compared to regular Danfo buses. There is no rail service for this specific intra-city route.
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 Mende corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦4,900
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Small queue at the park
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
15 to 20 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.13x)
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
mende β Osborne Foreshore
Return guide with latest fares and stops.