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Moving from Yaba to Ikoyi means crossing over from the Lagos Mainland to the Island. Because of modern fuel price hikes, transport fares have gone up significantly. The journey takes you through the famous Third Mainland Bridge. It can be very fast when there is no traffic, but it can also take a long time during rush hours when workers are heading to the office or coming back home.
Distance
15.0 km
Duration
1h 5m
Total Cost
₦1,300 - ₦2,000
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Head to Yaba bus stop near the old rail line and board a yellow Danfo bus going to Obalende.
The bus will pass Adekunle and take the Third Mainland Bridge straight to Obalende. Drop at the Obalende under-bridge last stop.
Walk towards the Ikoyi park side inside Obalende and board a short-distance Danfo or enter a Keke going into Ikoyi.
Tell the driver your specific bus stop along Alfred Rewane (Kingsway) Road or Falomo to drop you.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Head to Yaba bus stop near the old rail line and board a yellow Danfo bus going to Obalende.
The bus will pass Adekunle and take the Third Mainland Bridge straight to Obalende. Drop at the Obalende under-bridge last stop.
Walk towards the Ikoyi park side inside Obalende and board a short-distance Danfo or enter a Keke going into Ikoyi.
Tell the driver your specific bus stop along Alfred Rewane (Kingsway) Road or Falomo to drop you.
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
To beat the heavy morning rush, look for a bus between 6:00 AM and 6:45 AM. If you miss that window, it is better to wait until 10:00 AM when the road is clear. For evening travel, move before 4:00 PM or wait until after 8:30 PM to avoid getting stuck on the bridge.
Safety Rating
Medium - The route is generally safe during the day because it is always busy. However, you must be very careful at night, especially around Obalende under-bridge and Yaba market. Watch out for pickpockets who mix with the crowd, and avoid holding your phone carelessly in open traffic windows.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT bus or train line that goes straight from Yaba into Ikoyi. You will mostly use the standard yellow commercial buses (Danfo) or private ride-hailing cars to complete this specific journey.
Speed cameras on the Third Mainland Bridge are fully active. Public transit vehicles must adhere to the 80km/h limit to ensure commuter safety.
Areas Affected
75% confidence based on 12 commuter reports
Book a verified dispatch rider for the Yaba → Ikoyi corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
₦4,200
Available Riders Nearby
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Chance to get bus/car
Normal flow
Hold-up Delay Today
No hold-up
Time you will wait at park
-12 to -7 mins wait
Fare Price Level
Normal Fares
Speed cameras on the Third Mainland Bridge are fully active. Public transit vehicles must adhere to the 80km/h limit to ensure commuter safety.
Areas Affected
Herbert Macaulay Way