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Moving from Surulere to Sangotedo takes you from the heart of the Lagos Mainland all the way to the rapidly expanding Lekki-Epe axis on the Island. The journey crosses major bridges and covers the entire length of the Lekki corridor. Because of the long distance and heavy traffic around business areas, your travel time can change a lot depending on the time of day you move. Planning your movement with current transport realities is very important to avoid getting stuck on the road.
Distance
42.0 km
Duration
2h 30m
Total Cost
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Board a local Danfo bus from Ojuelegba or Stadium heading to CMS Bus Stop.
Drop at CMS Bus Stop and walk to the park heading towards Ajah.
Board another Danfo or a bigger commercial bus straight from CMS to Ajah Bus Stop.
At Ajah Under-bridge, enter a short-distance Danfo bus or a Keke Marwa going towards Sangotedo / Epe and drop at Shoprite Bus Stop in Sangotedo.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Board a local Danfo bus from Ojuelegba or Stadium heading to CMS Bus Stop.
Drop at CMS Bus Stop and walk to the park heading towards Ajah.
Board another Danfo or a bigger commercial bus straight from CMS to Ajah Bus Stop.
At Ajah Under-bridge, enter a short-distance Danfo bus or a Keke Marwa going towards Sangotedo / Epe and drop at Shoprite Bus Stop in Sangotedo.
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Status
Verified Route
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Best Time to Travel
To beat the heavy morning rush-hour traffic heading to the Island, leave Surulere before 5:30 AM or wait until after 10:00 AM when the initial road pressure reduces. For evening travel from the Island back to the Mainland, it is best to move after 8:30 PM if you want to avoid standing in long queues or sitting in gridlock.
Safety Rating
Medium - Generally safe during the day, but you must be very alert at major bus stops like CMS, Fadeyi, and Ajah Under-bridge, especially in the early mornings and late nights. Keep your phone and wallet safe from pickpockets (locally called 'one-chance' or 'one-touch' boys) who operate in crowded rush-hour buses.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT bus or Train service running all the way from Surulere to Sangotedo. However, you can use the standard BRT buses from parts of Surulere to get to CMS or Obalende, and then use regular commercial buses or coastal buses to complete your journey down to Sangotedo.
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 Surulere β Sangotedo corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦9,100
Available Riders Nearby
Book now for immediate pickup
Chance to get bus/car
Plenty crowd / long queue
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
7 to 12 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
Funsho Williams Avenue
Sangotedo β Surulere
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