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Moving from Sabo (Yaba) on the Mainland to Lekki on the Island means crossing from the old heart of Lagos over the lagoon to the busy commercial hub. This journey requires careful planning because of heavy daily traffic on the Third Mainland Bridge and the Lekki toll gate corridor. The route is highly active, used by thousands of workers every day, and offers choices ranging from cheap local commercial buses to faster private rides.
Distance
28.0 km
Duration
1h 50m
Total Cost
β¦1,800 - β¦2,700
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Walk or take a short trek from Sabo bus stop to Yaba Under-bridge.
Board a yellow Danfo bus going straight to Obalende. The driver will head down Herbert Macaulay way and enter the Third Mainland Bridge.
Drop at Obalende final stop, cross the road carefully, and enter another Danfo heading to Lekki / Ajah.
Tell the conductor you will drop at Lekki Phase 1 bus stop or Lekki Second Roundabout depending on your final address.
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Walk or take a short trek from Sabo bus stop to Yaba Under-bridge.
Board a yellow Danfo bus going straight to Obalende. The driver will head down Herbert Macaulay way and enter the Third Mainland Bridge.
Drop at Obalende final stop, cross the road carefully, and enter another Danfo heading to Lekki / Ajah.
Tell the conductor you will drop at Lekki Phase 1 bus stop or Lekki Second Roundabout depending on your final address.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Sabo β Lekki corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦6,600
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the worst gridlock, leave Sabo before 6:15 AM for your morning trip. For afternoon or off-peak travel, the best window is between 11:00 AM and 2:30 PM. Avoid moving between 4:30 PM and 8:30 PM unless you are ready to sit in heavy traffic.
Safety Rating
Medium - Watch your pockets at Yaba Under-bridge and Obalende bus stops, especially in the dark. Always guard your phones and bags closely. Avoid boarding completely empty commercial buses at night to protect yourself from 'one-chance' criminals.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT lane or inner rail service connecting Sabo directly to Lekki Phase 1. However, you can use standard regulated LAMATA bus connections from Obalende terminal down to the Island.
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 Sabo β Lekki corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦6,600
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
4 to 9 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
Herbert Macaulay Way
lekki β Sabo
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