Moving from Trade Fair to Shomolu means traveling from the mainland's outer edge near Badagry toward the central mainland area. This route takes you along the major Lagos-Badagry highway, through major transit hubs like Mile 2 and Costain, before heading into Shomolu via Onipanu or Fadeyi.
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To avoid heavy traffic, leave Trade Fair before 6:30 AM or after 10:00 AM for the morning run. For evening travel, try to move before 4:00 PM or after 8:30 PM to avoid the serious go-slow.
Chance to get bus/car
Normal / Easy to get bus
Hold-up Delay Today
8 mins delay
Time you will wait at park
8 to 13 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
How Road Be Now
Severe evening congestion. Major routes are currently at high capacity.
Hold-up delay
+198 mins delay
* Based on regular route reports
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Walk out of the Trade Fair complex to the expressway and board a commercial bus (Danfo) heading to Mile 2.
Drop at Mile 2 bus stop. Cross over the bridge and find the buses going towards Ojuelegba or Yaba.
Drop at Ojuelegba or Fadeyi bus stop. From Fadeyi or Onipanu, enter a direct short-trip Danfo or a Keke Marwa (tricycle) going straight into Shomolu.
Arrive at Shomolu center (such as Fadeyi side, Palmgrove side, or Morocco road). From here, you can take a final short walk or a cheap Keke to your exact street.
Always enter buses from proper, crowded garages or recognized bus stops to avoid 'One-Chance' criminal vehicles.
Hold your smaller naira notes ('change') in your hand so you can settle the conductor easily without arguments.
Keep your bags zipped tight and close to your chest when crossing the Mile 2 bridge or moving through crowds.
Ask the conductor 'Shomolu direct?' before boarding at the intermediate stops, as some buses change routes mid-way if traffic is bad.
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Safety Rating
Medium - Be very watchful at major bus stops like Mile 2, Orile, and Costain, especially early in the morning or late at night. Keep your phone and wallet safe from pickpockets (One-Chance operators) and avoid holding your phone out in slow-moving traffic.
BRT / Rail / Water
Yes. You can take the Lagos Blue Line Rail from Mile 2 to National Theatre or Marina to skip a massive chunk of highway traffic. Standard BRT buses also run along the Ikorodu Road corridor near Shomolu (stopping at Fadeyi and Onipanu).
Distance
32.0 km
Duration
1h 50m
Total Cost
₦2,200 - ₦3,300
Status
Verified Route
How Road Be Now
Severe evening congestion. Major routes are currently at high capacity.
Hold-up delay
+198 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
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
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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
Lagos-Badagry Expressway
It is best to have at least ₦4,000 to ₦5,000 in cash for a round trip if you are using public buses. This leaves you with extra money in case fares increase due to sudden traffic, fuel scarcity, or rain.
No, there are no direct standard Danfo buses from Trade Fair to Shomolu. You must stop at major breakdown hubs like Mile 2, Ojuelegba, or Fadeyi/Onipanu to catch a connecting ride.
The safest window is between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Daylight hours offer maximum visibility and presence of traffic authorities, reducing the risk of pickpocketing or roadside crime.
If the road is completely blocked and you are in a hurry, you can safely drop from the bus and walk to the nearest Blue Line Train station to catch a train, or switch to a registered commercial motorcycle (Okada) if you are familiar with the area, though motorcycles come with higher safety risks.