Moving from Satellite Town to Ejigbo means crossing from the old Ojo-Amuwo axis over to the Alimosho-Isolo corridor. Because of the heavy layout of major highways like the Badagry Expressway and the Apapa-Oshodi Expressway, you have to connect through major hubs like Mile 2 or Cele Bus Stop. This guide cuts through the confusion to show you the best, cheapest, and fastest ways to make this journey using local buses and alternative routes under current transport conditions.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the heavy morning rush, it is best to leave Satellite Town before 6:00 AM. If you miss that early window, wait until the mid-morning lull between 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM. For evening return trips, leaving before 4:00 PM or after 8:30 PM will save you from spending hours sitting in gridlock.
Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-11 to -6 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+9 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Enter a local Keke or small bus from your street in Satellite Town out to the main expressway.
Board a standard yellow Danfo bus going along the Badagry Expressway towards the major interchange.
From Mile 2, enter another Danfo heading down the Apapa-Oshodi Expressway and drop at the major connection hub.
Cross the overhead bridge to the inner road and board a direct Danfo or Keke heading straight into Ejigbo.
Always enter the bus with your small change (change money) to avoid fierce arguments with conductors.
Hold your phone tightly inside your hand or pocket when crossing the pedestrian bridges at Mile 2 and Cele.
Ask the conductor clearly if the bus is passing 'Inner Road' or 'Express' before you step inside.
Keep an eye out for 'agberos' (unregistered loaders) who might cause sudden delays or fights at the bus park.
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Safety Rating
Medium - You must remain highly vigilant at major transit parks, especially at night. Be careful with your pockets and bags at Mile 2 and Cele Bus Stop. Avoid entering unmarked vehicles ('one-chance') and stick to busy garages. Ensure you do not flash your phones or valuable items when stuck in traffic around the Mile 2 area.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT lane or functional passenger rail line connecting Satellite Town directly to Ejigbo. The Lagos Blue Line rail runs from Mile 2 towards Marina, which goes in the opposite direction. You must rely on standard commercial Danfo buses, yellow Keke, or ride-hailing cars for this specific trip.
Distance
24.0 km
Duration
1h 30m
Total Cost
₦1,600 - ₦2,500
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Traffic is easing up as the day winds down.
Hold-up delay
+9 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.
Areas Affected
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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
Badagry Expressway
Due to recent fuel price increases, if you are using public Danfo buses, you should budget between ₦1,600 and ₦2,500 for a one-way trip. If you choose a private ride-hailing ride, it will cost you anywhere from ₦7,500 to ₦12,000 depending on the time of day and traffic.
No, you will not easily find a single direct Danfo bus that goes from Satellite Town straight to Ejigbo. You must do a broken journey by stopping at major mid-way hubs like Mile 2 or Cele Bus Stop before catching your final vehicle.
On a normal day with standard Lagos traffic, the trip takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. However, during the heavy morning or evening rush hours, or if there is a broken-down truck at the Mile 2 interchange, the travel time can easily take 2 to 3 hours.
It is not highly recommended to travel this route past 9:00 PM if you are using public transport. Major connection hubs like Mile 2 Under-bridge and Cele Bus Stop can become isolated and dangerous dark spots where street boys pickpocket unsuspecting commuters.