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Moving from Palmgrove on the mainland axis down to Ikotun in Alimosho requires navigating through central transit hubs like Oshodi, Cele Expressway, or Isolo. The trip cuts across major commercial and residential areas, meaning you must plan around heavy traffic gridlocks and changing fare rates caused by recent fuel price hikes.
Distance
24.5 km
Duration
1h 50m
Total Cost
₦1,600 - ₦2,400
How Road Be Now
Peak morning rush. Expect significant delays at major intersections and bridges.
Hold-up delay
+154 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Stand at the Palmgrove Bus Stop on Ikorodu Road and board a short Danfo or BRT heading to Oshodi Interchange.
Drop at Oshodi and walk down to the terminal area or Under-bridge to find a direct yellow Danfo bus going to Isolo Bus Stop.
From Isolo Bus Stop, locate the buses loading passengers directly heading to Ikotun. Board the bus and follow the road through Ejigbo and Jakande Estate.
Alight at the final destination which is the bustling Ikotun Bus Stop near the market and roundabout.
Always enter the bus with 'change' (small naira notes) to avoid shouting matches with conductors who don't have balance.
Hold your bags tightly in front of your chest when walking through the crowded walkways at Oshodi.
Listen carefully to the conductor's call to ensure the bus is not an 'Express' that will pass your intended drop-off spot.
Keep an eye on your pocket and avoid people who pretend to brush against you roughly at the bus park.
Fares depend directly on the pump price of fuel. Because of fuel price hikes and inflation, drivers increase their prices dynamically during peak rush hours or when there is traffic gridlock to cover the extra fuel they burn while idling.
No, direct commercial yellow buses (Danfos) from Palmgrove straight to Ikotun are extremely rare. You will almost always need to stop and change buses at a major transit hub like Oshodi, Cele, or Isolo.
It is risky after 9:00 PM. Hubs like Oshodi, Mushin, and Ikotun roundabout become dangerous in the dark due to 'area boys' and pickpockets. If you must travel late, use a recognized ride-hailing car or stick to heavily loaded, brightly lit commercial buses.
To prevent being delayed or forced to pair up with a stranger ('marriage'), clarify with the conductor before boarding by asking: 'Conductor, you get change?' Ensure you have ₦100, ₦200, and ₦500 notes handy.
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Status
Verified Route
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Best Time to Travel
To beat the worst traffic, depart Palmgrove early in the morning between 6:00 AM and 7:00 AM, or during the mid-day off-peak hours from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Avoid heading towards Ikotun between 4:30 PM and 8:30 PM because workers returning home to Alimosho create heavy gridlock.
Safety Rating
Medium - The route is generally busy and commercial, but pickpockets, 'one-chance' criminal buses, and bag-snatchers operate heavily around major hubs like Oshodi Under-bridge and Mushin. Keep your phone inside your bag, don't display cash at the bus stop, and avoid entering unmarked commercial vehicles late at night.
BRT / Rail / Water
Yes, part-way. You can use the BRT corridor along Ikorodu Road from Palmgrove to cut down your travel time to Fadeyi or Oshodi. However, there is no direct BRT or train line running all the way inside Ikotun; you must rely on standard yellow commercial buses (Danfo) or tricycles (Keke) to complete the journey.
How Road Be Now
Peak morning rush. Expect significant delays at major intersections and bridges.
Hold-up delay
+154 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
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Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-8 to -3 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
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Areas Affected
Ikorodu Road