Maryland is one of the most popular and busiest areas in Lagos State. If you are a "Lagosian" or a visitor, you have likely passed through Maryland because it serves as a major link between the Mainland and other parts of the city. It is often called the "heart" of the Mainland because of its central location.
Whether you are looking for the famous Maryland Mall (known as the "Big Black Box") or you want to enter a bus going to Ikeja, Yaba, or Lagos Island, Maryland is the place where everything meets. In this guide, we will break down the geography of Maryland, the transport routes, and how much you should expect to pay for bus fares.
Maryland is primarily located within the Kosofe Local Government Area of Lagos State. However, because it is a border town, some parts of Maryland fall under the Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), which is linked to Ikeja Local Government.
Maryland is surrounded by other popular places like Ikeja to the west, Ojota to the north, Anthony Village to the east, and Mende/Gbagada to the south. The terrain is mostly flat, and it is a mix of residential estates and very busy commercial hubs. If you are coming from Ikorodu Road, Maryland is the major junction that decides if you are going towards the Airport or continuing towards Fadeyi and Western Avenue.
If you are new to the area, look out for these places so you don't get lost:
Transport fares in Maryland change depending on the time of day and the type of vehicle (Yellow bus "Danfo" or BRT). Below is an estimated range of fares for common routes from Maryland.
| Route | Transport Mode | Fare Range (₦) |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland to Ikeja Under Bridge | Yellow Bus (Danfo) | ₦300 - ₦500 |
| Maryland to CMS / Obalende | BRT / Danfo | ₦800 - ₦1,200 |
| Maryland to Oshodi | Yellow Bus (Danfo) | ₦400 - ₦700 |
| Maryland to Ojota | Yellow Bus / Small Bus | ₦200 - ₦400 |
| Maryland to Yaba | Yellow Bus (Danfo) | ₦500 - ₦800 |
| Maryland to Airport (MM2) | Uber / Bolt / Taxi | ₦2,500 - ₦4,000 |
If you want to "enter bus" in Maryland, there are specific spots where you should wait:
Maryland is generally safe during the day, but because it is a high-traffic area, you need to be smart. Here are some tips:
1. Watch your pockets: The Maryland bus stop can be very crowded. Keep your phone and wallet inside your bag and hold it to your front.
2. Avoid "One-Chance": Only enter buses at the designated bus stops. Avoid boarding private cars that look suspicious, especially at night.
3. Traffic Peak Hours: Maryland is a "bottleneck." Traffic is usually heavy from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM (towards Ikeja/Island) and from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM (towards Ojota/Ikorodu). Plan your movement accordingly.
Maryland is primarily under the Kosofe Local Government Area, though it shares boundaries with Ikeja LGA.
You can take any bus heading to Maryland along Ikorodu Road. The mall is the large black building located right at the corner of Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way.
There isn't a large terminal like Oshodi, but there is a designated BRT bus stop along the Ikorodu Road corridor where you can board the blue buses.
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