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Surulere is one of the most popular and central places you will find in Lagos State. Known as the "Sports City" of Nigeria, it is a place that never sleeps. Whether you are looking for where to watch a football match, go shopping at the mall, or just "enter bus" to get to the Island, Surulere is the middle point for almost everywhere in Lagos.
For many Lagosians, Surulere is more than just a place to live; it is a major transport hub. It connects the Lagos Mainland to the Island through the Eko Bridge and Carter Bridge. If you are a newcomer or a regular traveler, understanding how to navigate this area will save you a lot of stress and "extra" transport fare.
Surulere is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Lagos State. It is located on the Lagos Mainland and is bordered by Mushin to the North, Yaba and Ebute Metta to the East, and Apapa and Orile to the South and West. The terrain is mostly flat and very urban, filled with many residential streets and busy commercial roads.
Some of the popular neighborhoods inside Surulere include Ojuelegba, Aguda, Itire, Lawanson, Ijesha, and the high-brow areas around Adeniran Ogunsanya and Bode Thomas.
If you are telling a driver where to "drop" you, these are the landmarks you should know:
Transport fares in Lagos change based on the time of day (rush hour) and the weather. Below is a guide for what you might pay when using a Danfo (yellow bus) or BRT to get to Surulere.
| Route | Transport Mode | Fare Range (₦) |
|---|---|---|
| Oshodi to Ojuelegba | Danfo / Yellow Bus | ₦400 - ₦700 |
| CMS/Obalende to Surulere | BRT / Danfo |
| ₦500 - ₦900 |
| Ikeja Along to Surulere | Danfo / Small Bus | ₦700 - ₦1,200 |
| Berger to Ojuelegba | Danfo (Direct) | ₦800 - ₦1,500 |
| Ikorodu to Surulere | BRT / Large Bus | ₦1,000 - ₦1,400 |
If you want to go to Surulere, there are specific places where you can easily find a bus. At Oshodi Under-bridge, you will see many buses going to Ojuelegba and Lawanson. If you are coming from the Island, CMS Park or Obalende Park has direct buses that pass through Costain and National Stadium.
For those using ride-hailing apps like Uber or Bolt, Surulere is very central, so getting a ride is usually fast. However, be ready for traffic around the Stadium area during peak hours (4:00 PM to 8:00 PM).
Surulere is under the Surulere Local Government Area in Lagos State. Q: Is there a train station in Surulere?
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