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Navigating from the Secretariat Road Area in Alausa to Lekki Phase 1 involves crossing from the Lagos Mainland to the Island, primarily using a combination of public buses (Danfo) and BRT. The journey is highly susceptible to Lagos's notorious traffic, especially during peak hours. Expect multiple transfers and plan for significant travel time.
Distance
28.0 km
Duration
2h 0m
Total Cost
β¦1050 - β¦1700
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From Secretariat Road Area, walk or take a short Keke (tricycle) or Danfo (yellow mini-bus) to Maryland Bus Stop. Look for buses heading towards 'Maryland' or 'Ikorodu Road'.
At Maryland Bus Stop, board a BRT bus heading towards Obalende. BRT buses are red or blue and operate from dedicated terminals. You may need a Cowry Card to board.
Alight at Obalende BRT Terminal. From Obalende, look for a Danfo or BRT bus heading to Lekki Phase 1. Confirm with the conductor that it goes to your specific Lekki Phase 1 destination (e.g., 'Lekki 1st Roundabout', 'Admiralty Way').
Once in Lekki Phase 1, you can alight at a major junction and take a Keke, Okada (motorcycle taxi - if permitted in that specific area), or walk to your final destination within the phase. Confirm prices before boarding local transport.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From Secretariat Road Area, walk or take a short Keke (tricycle) or Danfo (yellow mini-bus) to Maryland Bus Stop. Look for buses heading towards 'Maryland' or 'Ikorodu Road'.
At Maryland Bus Stop, board a BRT bus heading towards Obalende. BRT buses are red or blue and operate from dedicated terminals. You may need a Cowry Card to board.
Alight at Obalende BRT Terminal. From Obalende, look for a Danfo or BRT bus heading to Lekki Phase 1. Confirm with the conductor that it goes to your specific Lekki Phase 1 destination (e.g., 'Lekki 1st Roundabout', 'Admiralty Way').
Once in Lekki Phase 1, you can alight at a major junction and take a Keke, Okada (motorcycle taxi - if permitted in that specific area), or walk to your final destination within the phase. Confirm prices before boarding local transport.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Secretariat Road Area β Lekki Phase 1 corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦6,600
Available Riders Nearby
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
Early mornings (before 6:00 AM) or late mornings (after 10:00 AM) to avoid peak rush hour. Mid-day (11:00 AM - 2:00 PM) offers the least traffic. Avoid evening peak hours (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM) if possible, as travel time can more than double.
Safety Rating
Medium. While public transport is generally safe during the day, pickpocketing can occur in crowded bus stops. 'One-chance' incidents (where passengers are robbed in isolated commercial vehicles) are a risk, particularly when traveling alone or late at night. Always use designated bus stops and avoid empty or suspicious vehicles.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) is available for significant portions of this route, offering a more structured and sometimes faster option than regular Danfo buses. There is currently no functional rail service connecting these specific areas of Lagos.
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 Secretariat Road Area β Lekki Phase 1 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
Small queue at the park
Hold-up Delay Today
6 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
11 to 16 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Fares are slightly higher (1.17x)
Due to Ajah flyover layouts, returning U-turns are best performed at designated roundabouts rather than illegal bypasses to avoid traffic penalties.
Areas Affected
Obafemi Awolowo Way
Lekki Phase 1 β Secretariat Road Area
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