Updated 28 September 2026 · Travo.ng
Quick answer
Delta Express does not publish a dated online fare table that we could verify, so confirm its price at the terminal before you pay. As a 2026 benchmark, operators that do publish prices charge about ₦32,000–₦41,650 from Lagos to Warri, ₦25,000–₦41,100 from Lagos to Asaba and ₦25,000–₦37,000 from Lagos to Benin, depending on the company and bus class. Expect Delta Express to fall inside or near these bands, and check before you travel.
What we know about Delta Express fares in 2026
Delta Express appears in several Nigerian bus directories as an operator on Lagos–Delta routes. We could not find an official Delta Express website or a dated price list that we could open and check. The earlier version of this page gave fare ranges that we could not trace to a source, so we have removed them rather than repeat them.
What we can give you instead is a verified picture of what the same trips cost with operators that publish fares, with the date and source for each figure. That tells you whether the price you are quoted at the park is fair.
One common mix-up: Delta Express is not the same company as Delta Line. If you are looking for Delta Line, see our Delta Line transport price list.
Lagos to Delta by road: 2026 bus fares compared
| Route | Operator and class | Fare | Date checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lagos → Warri | Peace Mass Transit, standard (no AC), from Mazamaza | ₦37,000 | 29 Sep 2026 departures |
| Lagos → Warri | GIGM | ₦41,650 | Aug 2026 |
| Lagos → Warri | Iyare Motors | ₦32,000 | Jan 2026 |
| Lagos → Asaba / Onitsha | GIGM (all bus classes) | ₦25,500–₦41,100 | Aug 2026 |
| Lagos → Asaba | ABC Transport | ₦25,000–₦30,000 | Jul 2026 |
| Lagos → Benin | Peace Mass Transit, standard, from Mazamaza | ₦25,000 | 29 Sep 2026 departures |
| Lagos → Benin | GIGM | ₦25,250–₦27,000 | Aug 2026 |
| Lagos → Benin | ABC Transport | ₦25,000–₦32,000 | Jul 2026 |
| Lagos → Benin | Iyare Motors | ₦29,000–₦37,000 | Jan 2026 |
Sources: Peace Mass Transit pricing board; GIGM fares as listed by Awajis (checked 14 Aug 2026); ABC, Iyare fares as listed by AgoTravel. These are not Delta Express fares.
Regional and return routes
Many travellers searching for Delta Express want the shorter hops inside the South-South, or the trip back to Lagos. These are the published figures we could confirm:
| Route | Operator | Fare | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warri → Lagos | Iyare Motors | ₦32,800 | Jan 2026 |
| Benin → Warri | Iyare Motors | ₦13,000 | Jan 2026 |
| Port Harcourt → Warri | Peace Mass Transit, standard | ₦12,000 | 29 Sep 2026 |
| Ibadan → Warri | Peace Mass Transit | ₦30,500 standard / ₦33,500 premium AC | 29 Sep 2026 |
| Benin → Lagos | GUO | ₦18,000–₦29,000 | Jan 2026 |
| Warri → Abuja | GUO | ₦28,000–₦42,000 | Jan 2026 |
Sources: PMT pricing board; Iyare and GUO fares as listed by AgoTravel. We could not verify current Asaba–Warri or Asaba–Benin fares.
How long is Lagos to Asaba by road?
Rome2Rio puts the drive from Lagos to Asaba at about 270 miles (roughly 435 km) and a little over six hours of driving without delays. Scheduled buses take longer: its listings show about 7 hours 15 minutes from Mazamaza to Onitsha, and up to 12 hours from Jibowu once stops and traffic are included. Asaba faces Onitsha across the River Niger, and GIGM prices Lagos–Asaba and Lagos–Onitsha as one route, so ask whether an Onitsha-bound bus will stop at Asaba.
If time matters more than cost, Rome2Rio lists about five flights a day from Lagos to Asaba International Airport, taking roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes in the air. See our Lagos to Delta flight price guide for air fares.
Why Delta route fares keep rising
- Fuel. Diesel rose to ₦2,000–₦2,020 a litre in Abuja in early September 2026, up from ₦1,700–₦1,800, according to P.M. News. Operators pass these costs on quickly.
- Inflation in transport generally. The NBS put the average intercity bus fare at ₦9,699.55 in May 2026, 21.89% higher than a year earlier, as reported by Legit.ng.
- Bus class. GIGM’s Lagos–Asaba band runs from ₦25,500 to ₦41,100 because its standard buses and premium buses are priced very differently.
- Season. Christmas, Easter and Sallah weeks bring higher fares and sell-outs on Lagos–Delta routes.
How to book Delta Express or another Delta bus
- Decide your drop-off: Warri, Asaba, Sapele, Ughelli or Agbor. If a bus is marked for Onitsha, ask whether it stops at Asaba.
- Call or visit the Delta Express terminal a day or two before travel and ask for the fare, departure time and bus type. Ask whether the price includes luggage.
- Compare that quote against the tables above. If it is well outside the range, ask why (bus class, holiday surcharge) or check another operator.
- Pay only at the official counter or through a channel the company confirms, and keep your ticket or receipt.
- Arrive at least 45 minutes early for morning departures, which fill first.
If you would rather not chase quotes yourself, Travo can arrange interstate travel for you and confirm the price before you pay. Travo is a booking and logistics platform, not an agent of Delta Express or any other bus company.
Travelling to Delta State?
Tell us your route and date. We will check available buses and confirm the fare before you pay.
Tips for a smoother Lagos–Delta trip
- Travel early. Morning departures avoid most of the night-driving risk and the evening Lagos exit traffic.
- Carry small cash for tolls, snacks and a tricycle at the other end.
- Sending goods rather than travelling? Use a courier instead of giving a parcel to a bus driver. See delivery to Delta.
- Compare Benin as a stopover. Benin fares from Lagos are lower, and it is a short onward trip to Warri or Asaba.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Delta Express from Lagos to Warri in 2026?
Delta Express does not publish a fare we could verify. Other operators charged ₦32,000 (Iyare, January 2026), ₦37,000 (Peace Mass Transit standard bus, September 2026) and ₦41,650 (GIGM, August 2026), so expect a quote in that area and confirm at the terminal.
How much is Lagos to Asaba by road?
Published 2026 fares run from ₦25,000–₦30,000 with ABC Transport to ₦25,500–₦41,100 with GIGM, depending on bus class. Driving yourself, it is about 435 km.
Can I book Delta Express online?
We could not find an official Delta Express online booking page. Book at the terminal or by phone with the company, or ask Travo to arrange a seat with an operator on your route.
How much is Lagos to Delta by road in 2026?
For Warri, Asaba and Benin, most published fares fall between about ₦25,000 and ₦42,000 one way. Premium buses and festive periods cost more.
Is Delta Express the same as Delta Line?
No. They are separate operators. Check the name on the ticket and terminal before you pay.
How long does Lagos to Asaba take by bus?
Plan on seven hours at best and up to about 12 hours with traffic and stops, based on Rome2Rio’s schedule data.
Related guides
- Lagos to Asaba travel guide: routes, costs and tips
- How much is transport from Lagos to Benin?
- Iyare bus price from Lagos to Benin
- How much is a flight from Lagos to Delta State?
- Travo city services
Sources: Peace Mass Transit pricing board (pmt.ng, 29 Sep 2026 departures); Awajis GIGM price list (Aug 2026); AgoTravel pages for ABC, Iyare and GUO (2026); Rome2Rio Lagos–Asaba; P.M. News (5 Sep 2026); Legit.ng/NBS (30 Jun 2026). No figure on this page is an official Delta Express fare. Fares and prices change often — confirm before you travel or pay.
