Updated 28 September 2026 · Travo.ng
Quick answer
Lagos to Osogbo, the capital of Osun State, is about 229 km by road. That is under 3 hours on a clear road, and usually 3½ to 5 hours by bus once you add Lagos traffic and stops. The main options are an interstate bus, a shared car, a private driver, or the Lagos–Ibadan train followed by a road connection. Bus fares change often. As a benchmark, NBS put the average intercity bus fare in Lagos at ₦10,195.31 in May 2026. To send goods instead of travelling, book an interstate parcel pickup.
Osun State draws a steady flow of travellers from Lagos. Students head to OAU in Ile-Ife and UNIOSUN, families visit Osogbo, Ilesa, Ede and Iwo, and many come for the Osun-Osogbo festival, usually held in August. This guide sets out how to get there, how long it takes and what drives the cost in 2026. It also covers how to send parcels from Lagos to Osun if you do not need to travel yourself.
Route information: distance and journey time
| Measure | Lagos to Osogbo |
|---|---|
| Road distance | About 142 miles (roughly 229 km) |
| Clear-road driving time | About 2 hours 50 minutes |
| Typical bus journey | 3½ to 5 hours, depending on Lagos exit traffic and stops |
| Train and road | About 4 hours via the Lagos–Ibadan train, then road to Osogbo |
Source: Rome2rio Lagos–Osogbo (viewed 28 September 2026). Bus times are Travo estimates that allow for Lagos traffic.
So, Lagos to Osun State is how many hours? Plan on a half-day trip. The biggest variable is getting out of Lagos. Traffic around Berger, Kara and Mowe can add an hour or more at peak times, so an early-morning departure is best.
Transport options from Lagos to Osun State
| Option | Speed | Cost level | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate bus | Medium | Low | Most travellers and students |
| Shared car | Faster to depart | Medium | Solo travellers in a hurry |
| Train to Ibadan, then road | Medium | Low to medium | Avoiding the expressway, comfort on the first leg |
| Private car with driver | Fastest by road | Highest | Families, luggage, door-to-door |
| Flight | Not direct | High | Only via Akure or Ilorin, then road; rarely worth it |
Source: Rome2rio Lagos–Osogbo lists train and taxi, drive, and flight-via-Akure or Ilorin options (September 2026). Cost levels are relative.
Interstate bus
Buses to Osogbo, Ile-Ife, Ilesa, Ede and Iwo leave from Lagos interstate parks and operator terminals. Confirm the exact park and the drop point in Osun with your operator. In Ile-Ife, for example, you may be dropped in town or near the OAU axis.
Train and road
The Lagos–Ibadan train avoids the worst of the expressway. From Ibadan you continue to Osogbo by road. See our Lagos to Ibadan train guide and the Ibadan to Osogbo guide.
Private driver
For door-to-door trips, book a vetted driver on Travo. You pay for the driver, fuel and tolls, and you control when you leave.
How much is transport from Lagos to Osun State in 2026?
Operators set their own fares and change them with fuel prices and demand, so a fare quoted months ago can be wrong today. We could not verify a current published Lagos–Osogbo fare from a specific operator, so here are the official benchmarks:
| NBS benchmark | May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Average intercity bus fare, Lagos State | ₦10,195.31 |
| Average intercity bus fare, Nigeria | ₦9,699.55 (+21.89% year on year) |
| Average city bus fare, Osun State (for local trips on arrival) | ₦1,651.78 |
Source: NBS Transport Fare Watch via Legit.ng (30 June 2026). These are averages, not the Lagos–Osogbo fare itself.
What changes the price: the bus class, festive peaks (Christmas, Sallah, the Osun-Osogbo festival, usually in August), university resumption, and fuel price changes. Shared cars usually cost more per seat than buses.
Travelling to Osun?
Get the live fare and book your seat before you get to the park, or send your parcel instead.
Parcel delivery from Lagos to Osun State
If you only need to move goods (documents, foodstuff, phones, shop stock), sending a parcel is cheaper and easier than travelling. Your options:
- Park waybill: you hand the item to a bus at the park, and the receiver collects it at the other end. It is cheap, but you must drop it off and the receiver must pick it up.
- Door-to-door courier: collected from your address and delivered to the receiver’s address. Book a Travo parcel pickup.
- Van or truck: for bulk goods, furniture or relocation. See book a van or truck.
Give a full delivery address with a landmark and the receiver’s phone number. The Osogbo postal code guide helps with addresses.
Safety tips for the Lagos–Osun road
- Travel in daylight and use registered parks and operators.
- Avoid roadside pickups and unmarked “one-chance” vehicles.
- Share the bus plate number and departure time with family.
- Keep your ID, phone and cash on you, not in the boot.
- In the rainy season, allow extra time for slow stretches.
Frequently asked questions
How much is transport from Lagos to Osogbo in naira?
Fares depend on the operator, bus class and season, and change often. The NBS average intercity bus fare in Lagos was ₦10,195.31 in May 2026. Check the live Lagos–Osogbo fare on Travo before you travel.
Lagos to Osun State is how many hours?
About 2 hours 50 minutes on a clear road to Osogbo (about 229 km). By bus, plan on 3½ to 5 hours, depending on traffic.
Can I go from Lagos to Osun by train?
Partly. Take the Lagos–Ibadan train, then continue by road from Ibadan to Osogbo, Ile-Ife or Ilesa. NRC ran special Easter 2026 trains on the Lagos–Osogbo corridor, so check NRC’s schedules page for any current direct service.
Is there a flight from Lagos to Osun?
There are no direct commercial flights. The nearest airports with Lagos flights are Akure and Ilorin, both followed by a road trip, so road travel is usually quicker overall.
How do I travel from Osun to Lagos?
The same options work in reverse. Leave Osogbo or Ile-Ife early to reach Lagos before the evening rush, and book your seat ahead at weekends.
Can I send a parcel from Lagos to Osun the same day?
It depends on the pickup time and destination town. Book early in the day and ask for the delivery window when you book.
Related guides
- Lagos to Osogbo by bus: price updates
- Lagos to Ado Ekiti travel guide
- Lagos to Ilorin by bus
- Travo city guides
Sources: Rome2rio Lagos–Osogbo (viewed 28 September 2026); NBS Transport Fare Watch via Legit.ng (30 June 2026). Fares and prices change often — confirm before you travel or pay.
