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This guide provides detailed public transport options for travelers moving from Victoria Island to Wharf Road in Apapa, Lagos. Expect a journey through some of Lagos's busiest corridors, with important considerations for traffic, cost, and safety. The trip typically involves multiple bus changes using 'Danfo' buses and sometimes BRT.
Distance
18.0 km
Duration
1h 30m
Total Cost
β¦700 - β¦1100
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From your location in Victoria Island, walk to the nearest BRT terminal or 'Danfo' bus stop. Take a BRT or a 'Danfo' bus heading towards CMS.
At CMS, alight and look for a 'Danfo' bus heading towards 'Costain' or 'Ijora'. Make sure to confirm with the conductor that it passes through these areas.
From Costain or Ijora, find another 'Danfo' bus or a 'Keke Napep' (tricycle) going directly to 'Apapa Wharf' or 'Wharf Road'. Always confirm the destination with the driver/conductor.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
From your location in Victoria Island, walk to the nearest BRT terminal or 'Danfo' bus stop. Take a BRT or a 'Danfo' bus heading towards CMS.
At CMS, alight and look for a 'Danfo' bus heading towards 'Costain' or 'Ijora'. Make sure to confirm with the conductor that it passes through these areas.
From Costain or Ijora, find another 'Danfo' bus or a 'Keke Napep' (tricycle) going directly to 'Apapa Wharf' or 'Wharf Road'. Always confirm the destination with the driver/conductor.
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Book a verified dispatch rider for the Victoria Island β Wharf Road corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦4,800
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
The best times to travel are early mornings (before 6:30 AM) or late mornings/mid-day (10:00 AM - 3:00 PM) to avoid the worst of Lagos's peak hour traffic. Weekends, especially Sundays, are generally less congested.
Safety Rating
Medium. While generally safe during the day, 'one-chance' incidents can occur on less crowded buses or at night. The Apapa area, especially around the port, requires extra vigilance due to heavy truck movement, which can sometimes lead to rowdy elements. It is advisable to avoid late-night travel to Wharf Road.
BRT / Rail / Water
BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) is available for parts of this route, specifically from Victoria Island to CMS. There are no direct rail links for this specific intra-city journey. The Lagos Blue Line metro is not yet fully operational to Apapa, and even when it is, it might not directly serve 'Wharf Road' without further connection.
Due to Ajah flyover layouts, returning U-turns are best performed at designated roundabouts rather than illegal bypasses to avoid traffic penalties.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Victoria Island β Wharf Road corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦4,800
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
-13 to -8 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
Due to Ajah flyover layouts, returning U-turns are best performed at designated roundabouts rather than illegal bypasses to avoid traffic penalties.
Areas Affected
Ozumba Mbadiwe Avenue
Wharf Road β Victoria Island
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