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Navigating from Oto Awori on the Badagry Expressway to Onikan on Lagos Island requires strategic planning due to Lagos's vastness and traffic. This guide offers detailed public transport options, including multi-stage bus journeys, BRT connections, and a scenic ferry alternative, ensuring a smooth trip.
Distance
52.0 km
Duration
2h 30m
Total Cost
β¦1,300 - β¦2,200
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Start your journey at the main Oto Awori Bus Stop. Look for yellow Danfo buses heading towards 'Iyana Iba' or 'Mile 2'.
Alight at Mile 2 Bus Stop. From here, locate Danfo buses heading towards 'CMS' or 'TBS (Tafawa Balewa Square)'. Mile 2 is a major interchange, so confirm your bus destination carefully.
Once you arrive at CMS or TBS, you are very close to Onikan. Look for smaller Danfo buses, Keke Napep (tricycles), or shared taxis heading to 'Onikan'. It's a short ride.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Start your journey at the main Oto Awori Bus Stop. Look for yellow Danfo buses heading towards 'Iyana Iba' or 'Mile 2'.
Alight at Mile 2 Bus Stop. From here, locate Danfo buses heading towards 'CMS' or 'TBS (Tafawa Balewa Square)'. Mile 2 is a major interchange, so confirm your bus destination carefully.
Once you arrive at CMS or TBS, you are very close to Onikan. Look for smaller Danfo buses, Keke Napep (tricycles), or shared taxis heading to 'Onikan'. It's a short ride.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Oto Awori β Onikan corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦10,900
Available Riders Nearby
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
Early mornings (before 6:00 AM) or mid-day (10:00 AM - 2:00 PM) are ideal to avoid peak hour traffic. Traveling during weekends, especially Sundays, significantly reduces travel time.
Safety Rating
Medium. While generally safe during the day, crowded bus stops and buses can attract pickpockets. Always be aware of your surroundings, especially when carrying valuables. Avoid late-night travel on public transport if possible.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) is available for significant portions of this route, specifically from Mile 2/Iyana Iba to CMS/TBS, offering a faster and more structured bus service. There is no direct rail service for this specific 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 Oto Awori β Onikan corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦10,900
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
-7 to -2 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
Due to Ajah flyover layouts, returning U-turns are best performed at designated roundabouts rather than illegal bypasses to avoid traffic penalties.
Areas Affected
Badagry Expressway