Step 1: Get from Unilag Main Campus to Jibowu Motor Park, Yaba. This is a major hub for interstate travel. You can take a 'Danfo' (commercial mini-bus) from Unilag to Yaba, then another 'Danfo' or 'Keke NAPEP' (tricycle) to Jibowu. Alternatively, use a ride-hailing service for direct convenience.

Step 2: Book your ticket with a reputable transport company at Jibowu. Companies like GIGM (God Is Good Motors), GUO Transport, or ABC Transport offer services on this route, often using comfortable Hiace vans or luxury buses. It's advisable to book your ticket a day or two in advance, especially during festive periods or weekends. Confirm your luggage allowance.

Step 3: Board your bus/van. Departures are usually prompt. The journey begins by navigating out of Lagos, typically via the Third Mainland Bridge, onto the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. Expect police and FRSC (Federal Road Safety Corps) checkpoints along the way. Road conditions on the expressway are generally fair but include ongoing construction zones which can cause delays.

Step 4: The bus will travel directly to Ile-Ife. Unlike routes to the East, there are usually no formal, extended rest stops like 'Ore'. Drivers might make a brief stop for fuel or a quick stretch, but it's not guaranteed. The route passes through Sagamu interchange and then branches off towards Ile-Ife. The road from Sagamu to Ife is generally manageable but can have rough patches.

Step 5: Arrive at the transport company's terminal in Ile-Ife (e.g., GIGM or GUO park). From there, you can easily find local transport options like 'Keke NAPEP' (tricycle) or 'Okada' (motorcycle taxi) to your final destination within Ile-Ife.