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Moving from Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS) in Lagos Island to Falomo in Ikoyi is a short but very busy journey. It connects a major transport hub with one of the busiest commercial streets in Ikoyi. While the distance is quite short, heavy traffic during rush hours can turn a 10-minute drive into a much longer trip. Commuters can choose between direct yellow buses (Danfos), taking short connections, or using ride-hailing cars.
Distance
5.2 km
Duration
25 mins
Total Cost
β¦700 - β¦1,000
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Walk into the main TBS bus terminal and find the section where buses look for passengers going to Obalende or Falomo.
Board a direct yellow Danfo bus or a mini-bus (Korope) heading towards Falomo or Maroko, and tell the conductor you will drop at Falomo.
Stay on the bus as it drives through Awolowo Road, passing various banks and stores.
Alight from the bus at the final bus stop just before or directly under the Falomo bridge.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Walk into the main TBS bus terminal and find the section where buses look for passengers going to Obalende or Falomo.
Board a direct yellow Danfo bus or a mini-bus (Korope) heading towards Falomo or Maroko, and tell the conductor you will drop at Falomo.
Stay on the bus as it drives through Awolowo Road, passing various banks and stores.
Alight from the bus at the final bus stop just before or directly under the Falomo bridge.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the TBS β Falomo corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦2,500
Available Riders Nearby
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
For a smooth journey, travel during the off-peak hours between 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM, or after 8:00 PM. If you must travel during morning peak hours (7:30 AM - 9:30 AM) or evening peak hours (4:30 PM - 7:30 PM), prepare for slow-moving traffic on Awolowo Road.
Safety Rating
Medium - The route is generally safe during the day because it is a high-brow area with plenty of security. However, you must be very careful with your phones and wallets at the crowded TBS park, especially early in the morning and late at night, as pickpockets operate there. Avoid lonely stretches of Awolowo Road after 9:00 PM.
BRT / Rail / Water
There are no standard high-capacity BRT buses or light rail systems running directly inside this specific corridor. The trip relies entirely on regular commercial buses (Danfos), corporate shuttles, mini-buses (Korope), and private vehicles.
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 TBS β Falomo corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦2,500
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
-12 to -7 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
Alfred Rewane Road