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This guide provides a detailed breakdown of the commute from Victoria Garden City (VGC) on the Lekki axis to Pako (Isolo/Cele axis). Due to current fuel prices and inflation, transport costs have gone up significantly. Moving from the Island to the Mainland requires passing through heavy traffic zones, so planning your movement, knowing the right bus stops like CMS, Oshodi, or Cele, and understanding the current price ranges will help you save money and time.
Distance
38.0 km
Duration
2h 0m
Total Cost
β¦2,300 - β¦3,500
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Stand at the VGC Bus Stop on the Lekki-Epe Expressway and board a direct Danfo bus or a Coaster bus heading to CMS.
Drop at CMS Bus Stop, cross the pedestrian bridge safely, and walk to the park where buses are loading for Oshodi.
From Oshodi Interchange, board a commercial Danfo bus heading towards Cele Bus Stop or Mile 2, and tell the conductor you will drop at Cele Under-bridge.
Drop at Cele Under-bridge, cross over to the other side of the expressway, and take a short Keke Marwa (tricycle) or a direct local shuttle bus straight to Pako Bus Stop.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Stand at the VGC Bus Stop on the Lekki-Epe Expressway and board a direct Danfo bus or a Coaster bus heading to CMS.
Drop at CMS Bus Stop, cross the pedestrian bridge safely, and walk to the park where buses are loading for Oshodi.
From Oshodi Interchange, board a commercial Danfo bus heading towards Cele Bus Stop or Mile 2, and tell the conductor you will drop at Cele Under-bridge.
Drop at Cele Under-bridge, cross over to the other side of the expressway, and take a short Keke Marwa (tricycle) or a direct local shuttle bus straight to Pako Bus Stop.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the VGC β Pako corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦8,400
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To avoid heavy morning traffic, leave VGC before 5:30 AM. If you miss that window, wait until 10:00 AM when the morning rush reduces. For evening travel, try to leave before 4:00 PM, or wait until after 8:30 PM to avoid getting stuck on the Third Mainland Bridge and Oshodi-Apapa Expressway.
Safety Rating
Medium - The route is generally safe during the day, but you must be very careful at major connection points like CMS under-bridge, Oshodi, and Cele Bus Stop at night. Watch out for pickpockets and area boys. Avoid putting your phone in your outer pockets or holding it loosely near open commercial bus windows.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT or Rail line from VGC to Pako. However, you can access the standard Blue Line Rail from Marina/CMS to Mile 2, or use the regulated BRT buses from Ajah/VGC to CMS, and then find another connecting bus to Oshodi or Cele.
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 VGC β Pako corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦8,400
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
-6 to -1 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
Lekki-Epe Expressway