Updated 28 September 2026 · Travo.ng
Quick answer
In 2026, an Iyare Motors bus from Lagos to Benin costs about ₦29,000 to ₦37,000, according to two fare guides updated in January and April 2026. Benin to Lagos is about ₦25,000–₦42,000. Iyare loads in Lagos at Yaba, Iyana Ipaja and Mile 2, among other points. It has no official online booking portal that we could verify, so buy at the terminal or through a trusted platform.
Iyare Motors is a Benin City-based road transport company well known on the Lagos–Benin corridor. Fares have risen a lot since 2025, and older price lists online are now well out of date. This guide gives the current Iyare fares we could verify, where to board in Lagos, how to book and how Iyare compares with other operators on the same route.
Iyare Motors price list 2026
| Route | Fare range (₦) | Source date |
|---|---|---|
| Lagos → Benin City | 29,000 – 37,000 | Jan and Apr 2026 |
| Benin City → Lagos | 27,000 – 37,000 (Jan); 25,000 – 42,000 (Apr) | Jan–Apr 2026 |
| Lagos → Warri | 32,000 – 32,800 | Apr 2026 |
| Benin → Warri | 13,000 | Jan 2026 |
| Lagos → Abuja | about 38,500 | Jan–Apr 2026 |
| Benin → Abuja | 32,000 – 38,000 | Apr 2026 |
Sources: Agotravel Iyare Motors guide (updated 30 Jan 2026); Easymove Iyare Motors guide (modified 22 Apr 2026). Neither is an official Iyare price list, so confirm at the terminal.
How Iyare compares on Lagos to Benin
| Operator | Lagos → Benin (₦) | Date checked |
|---|---|---|
| Iyare Motors | 29,000 – 37,000 | Jan–Apr 2026 |
| GIG Mobility (GIGM) | 25,250 – 27,000 | Aug 2026 |
| GUO Transport | 18,000 – 25,000 | 2026 |
Sources: as above; GIGM via Awajis (compiled from gigm.com, 14 Aug 2026); Agotravel GUO list (2026).
For context, National Bureau of Statistics figures reported by Legit.ng show Edo had the second-lowest average intercity bus fare of any state in May 2026, at ₦8,000.61. That average covers all intercity trips, including short ones, so it is not a Lagos–Benin fare.
Where to board Iyare Motors in Lagos
The two 2026 guides agree on these Lagos loading points:
- Yaba
- Iyana Ipaja
- Mile 2
Easymove also lists Ajah and Alaba, and gives Iyare’s main Lagos office as 51 Ikorodu Road, Fadeyi. Agotravel also lists Maza Maza. In Benin, both guides give the head office as 25 Urubi Street, Benin City. Agotravel places the Benin terminal in the Ring Road/Uselu area. Terminals move from time to time, so confirm yours before travel day.
Booking an Iyare bus ticket
We could not find an official Iyare Motors website or booking portal. Easymove states there is none, while Agotravel says Iyare seats are listed on third-party platforms. The simplest options are:
- At the terminal: go a day early, or at least an hour before departure, pay at the counter and get a printed ticket.
- Through a booking platform: use Travo or another trusted platform, and make sure you receive a named ticket or confirmation.
- Group or private trips: if you are travelling as a family or with goods, a private car or van may cost about the same per head and leave when you want.
Phone numbers for Iyare terminals vary between listings, and we could not confirm any of them. Call only numbers displayed at the terminal itself, and never pay a ‘booking agent’ into a personal account. See also how to buy bus tickets online safely.
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Benin to Lagos: the return trip
Plenty of people search for the Benin to Lagos price too. Iyare’s 2026 range for Benin to Lagos is about ₦25,000–₦42,000, a little wider than the Lagos–Benin fare. The top of the range usually reflects premium buses and peak dates. In Benin, Iyare loads from its Urubi Street head office and the Ring Road/Uselu area. Ask which Lagos stop the bus ends at, as not every bus calls at every Lagos point. Getting off at Mile 2 suits Festac and the Badagry side, while Yaba or Fadeyi suits the mainland and the Island.
Other Iyare Motors routes
Iyare is best known for Lagos–Benin, but the 2026 guides also list Lagos to Warri (about ₦32,000–₦32,800), Benin to Warri (about ₦13,000), Lagos to Abuja (about ₦38,500) and Benin to Abuja (₦32,000–₦38,000). If Abuja is your final stop, compare Iyare with the operators in our Benin to Abuja road guide before you book.
What to expect on the journey
- Travel time: about 4–6 hours from Lagos to Benin in normal traffic. Leaving Lagos and road works can add hours.
- Buses: Iyare runs air-conditioned standard buses, Hiace minibuses on shorter routes and executive or luxury buses at higher fares.
- Stops: expect a short refreshment stop on the way. Carry water and snacks.
- Luggage: large or extra bags may attract a fee. If you are moving goods, sending them separately is often cheaper; see the Lagos to Benin waybill cost guide.
Travel tips for Lagos to Benin by bus
- Travel early in the morning to beat Lagos traffic and arrive in daylight.
- Book ahead for Fridays, Sundays, Christmas and Easter, when Benin buses sell out fastest.
- Keep your ID handy for the passenger manifest.
- Compare Iyare with GIGM and GUO on your date, since each one can be cheaper at different times.
- Save the terminal’s address in your map app before you leave home.
Why travellers choose Iyare Motors
Iyare is a long-standing Benin brand, with loading points spread across Lagos and routes to Warri, Abuja and other cities. That gives it flexibility, especially for travellers on the mainland. Its fares are no longer the cheapest on the route, though. The August 2026 GIGM and 2026 GUO ranges start lower, so compare before you pay.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Iyare bus from Lagos to Benin in 2026?
About ₦29,000–₦37,000, according to 2026 guides updated in January and April. Confirm the day’s fare at the terminal.
How much is Benin to Lagos by road in 2026?
With Iyare, about ₦25,000–₦42,000. With GUO, the 2026 list shows ₦18,000–₦29,000.
Does Iyare Motors have online booking?
We could not find an official Iyare booking site. Book at the terminal, or through a trusted platform such as Travo.
Where is Iyare Motors in Lagos?
Common loading points are Yaba, Iyana Ipaja and Mile 2. Guides also list Fadeyi (51 Ikorodu Road), Ajah, Alaba and Maza Maza.
How long is Lagos to Benin by bus?
Usually around 4–6 hours, longer with heavy traffic or road works.
Is Iyare cheaper than GIGM?
Not on the figures we found. GIGM was ₦25,250–₦27,000 for Lagos to Benin in August 2026, against ₦29,000–₦37,000 for Iyare earlier in the year.
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Sources: Agotravel, Iyare Motors (30 Jan 2026); Easymove, Iyare Motors (22 Apr 2026); GIGM via Awajis (14 Aug 2026); Agotravel GUO list (2026); NBS via Legit.ng (30 Jun 2026); Travo Iyare guide (27 May 2026) for travel time. Fares and prices change often — confirm before you travel or pay.
