City in Lagos State, Nigeria
Getting around Lagos
How to get around Lagos
Uber and Bolt are the safest way to move. Lagos traffic is severe: allow 1–3 hours between Island and mainland. BRT and the Blue Line train help on set corridors.
Ways to get around Lagos
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Uber / Bolt / inDrive | 4,000–10,000 NGN for 5 km | Prices jump in rain and rush hour |
| Lagos Blue Line train | About 500–1,500 NGN | Okokomaiko–Marina; check route and times before riding |
| BRT buses | About 300–1,000 NGN | Dedicated lanes on main routes; crowded |
| Lagos ferries | About 1,000–3,000 NGN | Water taxis linking Island, Ikorodu and Ajah; check safety record |
Ride-hailing apps in Lagos
A 5 km ride costs about ₦4,000–10,000 ($3.0–7.5).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Reliable; card and cash options |
| Bolt | Often cheaper; also bike rides |
| inDrive | Negotiate fares; useful in surge pricing |
- Avoid street taxis and 'one chance' buses. If apps fail, hotels can arrange cars at fixed prices.
Arriving in Lagos
Murtala Muhammed International (LOS)
Uber or Bolt 15,000–40,000 NGN to the Island, 45–120 min. Pre-book; avoid unofficial airport touts and unmarked cars.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Okada motorbikes are restricted in many areas. Scooter rentals are rare; stay in cars.
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences are accepted briefly with an IDP; police checkpoints are frequent, and driving yourself in Lagos is not recommended.
- Onward travel in Nigeria: Domestic flights are the safest way between Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt and Kano. The Lagos–Ibadan and Abuja–Kaduna trains run; road travel at night is discouraged.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Lagos?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, Bolt, inDrive.
What's the best way to get around Lagos?
Uber and Bolt are the safest way to move. Lagos traffic is severe: allow 1–3 hours between Island and mainland. BRT and the Blue Line train help on set corridors.
How do I get from the airport to Lagos?
Uber or Bolt 15,000–40,000 NGN to the Island, 45–120 min. Pre-book; avoid unofficial airport touts and unmarked cars.
Is Lagos walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
- Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria
- Nigerian Railway Corporation
- Nigeria Immigration Service
- Lagos State Government
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