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Traveling from Victoria Island to Makoko in Lagos involves navigating busy city routes, primarily using public buses (Danfo) or the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system. The journey typically requires one or two changes at major bus stops like Obalende, CMS, or Yaba. Expect varying travel times due to Lagos's notorious traffic.
Distance
13.5 km
Duration
1h 0m
Total Cost
β¦650 - β¦1150
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From your starting point in Victoria Island, walk or take a short 'shuttle' Danfo to the nearest major bus stop like Eko Hotel Roundabout or Law School Bus Stop.
Board a Danfo bus 'going to' Obalende. These are frequent.
At Obalende, alight and look for a Danfo 'going to' Yaba or Oyingbo. Confirm 'Yaba' or 'Oyingbo' with the conductor.
From Yaba Bus Stop or Oyingbo, take another Danfo or a 'Keke' (tricycle) directly into Makoko. Specify your exact destination within Makoko.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From your starting point in Victoria Island, walk or take a short 'shuttle' Danfo to the nearest major bus stop like Eko Hotel Roundabout or Law School Bus Stop.
Board a Danfo bus 'going to' Obalende. These are frequent.
At Obalende, alight and look for a Danfo 'going to' Yaba or Oyingbo. Confirm 'Yaba' or 'Oyingbo' with the conductor.
From Yaba Bus Stop or Oyingbo, take another Danfo or a 'Keke' (tricycle) directly into Makoko. Specify your exact destination within Makoko.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Victoria Island β Makoko corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦4,000
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
Mid-mornings (10:00 AM - 1:00 PM) and early afternoons (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM) are best to avoid the heaviest rush hour traffic. Early mornings (before 6:00 AM) can also be fast but public transport might be less frequent.
Safety Rating
Medium. While generally safe during the day, it's wise to be aware of your surroundings, especially in crowded bus stops where pickpocketing can occur. Avoid displaying valuables. 'One-chance' incidents, though rare on popular routes, are a general Lagos caution, so always board buses from designated stops and ensure they have other passengers.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT services are available for a significant portion of this route, particularly from CMS/TBS to Yaba/Oyingbo. There is no rail service directly connecting Victoria Island to Makoko.
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 Victoria Island β Makoko corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦4,000
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
-2 to 3 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
Ozumba Mbadiwe Avenue
Makoko β Victoria Island
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