Moving from Sangotedo to Orile takes you from the far edge of the Lekki-Epe axis down to the Mainland area near Surulere. It is a long journey that connects the Island to the Mainland. Because of the long distance, you will need to change buses at major joints like Ajah, CMS, or Costain to complete the trip smoothly.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the heavy morning rush-hour traffic, try to leave Sangotedo between 5:00 AM and 5:30 AM. If you are traveling off-peak, the best time to move is between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM when the roads are a bit free.
Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-13 to -8 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
How Road Be Now
Standard daytime traffic. Some slow-moving vehicles near commercial hubs.
Hold-up delay
+45 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Take a short Keke or a small Danfo bus from Sangotedo bus stop going to Ajah.
At Ajah park, board a big Danfo bus or a Coaster bus straight to CMS bus stop.
From CMS, look for a Danfo bus heading towards Mile 2 or Badagry, and tell the conductor you will drop at Orile.
Drop at Orile bus stop under the bridge or near the train station.
Always enter buses with small change ('change' or lower naira notes) so you will not have issues with conductors.
Keep your eyes open at CMS under-bridge; do not let strangers hold your hand or carry your bag.
Listen carefully to the conductor so you do not miss Orile bus stop and end up in Mile 2.
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Safety Rating
Medium - Be very careful with your bags and phones at busy parks like Ajah, CMS under-bridge, and Orile bus stop, especially early in the morning or late at night. Hold your belongings tight and avoid counting money in public.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT bus or train from Sangotedo to Orile. However, you can enter the Lagos Blue Line Rail from CMS/Marina station, which will take you directly to the Orile-Iganmu station in a few minutes.
Distance
48.0 km
Duration
2h 30m
Total Cost
₦2,500 - ₦4,000
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Standard daytime traffic. Some slow-moving vehicles near commercial hubs.
Hold-up delay
+45 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
Bypass the Ikeja Under-Bridge corridor from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. Traffic builds rapidly due to commercial buses loading along the main road lanes.
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Bypass the Ikeja Under-Bridge corridor from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. Traffic builds rapidly due to commercial buses loading along the main road lanes.
Areas Affected
Lekki-Epe Expressway
Because of the current fuel price hikes, if you are using public Danfo buses, prepare to spend between ₦2,500 and ₦4,000 for a one-way trip. If you choose to take a private ride-hailing car, it will cost between ₦12,000 and ₦18,000 depending on traffic.
No, you cannot find a single commercial Danfo bus that goes directly from Sangotedo to Orile. You must stop at Ajah first, then take another bus to CMS, before entering the final bus or train that goes to Orile.
The fastest secret is to take a bus from Sangotedo to CMS, then quickly enter the Lagos Blue Line Train from Marina/CMS straight to Orile. The train flies past all the road traffic under 15 minutes.
Orile can be very rough and dark late at night. It is not advisable to stand alone under the bridge after 8:00 PM. If you must travel late, move in groups, do not display your phone, and board your next connection or bike immediately.