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Moving from Yaba on the Mainland to Victoria Garden City (VGC) on the Island means crossing the Third Mainland Bridge and navigating the busy Lekki-Epe Expressway. Depending on the traffic, the journey can take anywhere from 1.5 to 3 hours, so planning your movement around peak hours is highly important.
Distance
36.0 km
Duration
2h 0m
Total Cost
β¦1,800 - β¦2,600
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Walk or take a short Keke ride to Yaba Under-Bridge bus stop. Board a direct commercial Danfo bus going to Obalende.
Drop at Obalende bus stop under the bridge. Walk into the main park and find the big buses or Danfos going straight to Ajah.
Tell the conductor you will drop at VGC bus stop. Keep your eyes open after passing Ikota Shopping Complex so you do not miss your stop.
Drop at the VGC bus stop. If you are entering inside the estate, you can take an approved estate Keke or internal shuttle bus from the gate.
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Showing the primary/fastest route plan
Walk or take a short Keke ride to Yaba Under-Bridge bus stop. Board a direct commercial Danfo bus going to Obalende.
Drop at Obalende bus stop under the bridge. Walk into the main park and find the big buses or Danfos going straight to Ajah.
Tell the conductor you will drop at VGC bus stop. Keep your eyes open after passing Ikota Shopping Complex so you do not miss your stop.
Drop at the VGC bus stop. If you are entering inside the estate, you can take an approved estate Keke or internal shuttle bus from the gate.
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30-60 Min
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Status
Verified Route
Hotspots
Best Time to Travel
For morning trips, hit the road before 6:00 AM to beat the crazy Mainland-to-Island rush. For afternoon or off-peak travel, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM is usually smooth. If you are returning or traveling in the evening, try to wait out the heavy traffic until after 8:30 PM.
Safety Rating
Medium - Generally safe during daylight hours, but you must look sharp. Pickpockets operate heavily around Yaba Under-Bridge and Obalende. Lock your car doors and wind up your windows when stuck in gridlock, especially around the Lekki Toll Gate axis at night. Avoid late-night bus rides if you are unfamiliar with the stops.
BRT / Rail / Water
There is no direct BRT lane or train service linking Yaba to VGC. However, you can use the standard BRT buses from Yaba to Obalende or CMS, then switch to the regulated LBSL (Lagos Bus Service Limited) buses or regular commercial buses heading down to Lekki and Ajah.
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 Yaba β VGC corridor. Reliable same-day delivery for fragile and essential items.
30-60 Min
Same-day
β¦8,000
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
-6 to -1 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
Herbert Macaulay Way