Lagos Island Taxi - Fares & Prices 2026

Popular routes from Lagos Island

Lagos Island to Sokoto	938,700 NGN
Lagos Island to Lagos Mainland Local Government Area	4,900 NGN
Lagos Island to Murtala Mohammed International Airport	20,800 NGN

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Lagos Island taxi prices

In Lagos Island, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.

Taxi price (2026)

Base fee (day)

500NGN

Price per KM

1 NGN

Waiting time per hour

2NGN

Calculation Example

Consider a trip from your hotel to the Lagos Island city centre, covering a distance of 5 km. If you travel during the day and have one piece of luggage, your total fare will be 505 NGN.

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Lagos Island taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi in Lagos Island?

A 5km ride in Lagos Island costs about 505 NGN. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.

How do I order a taxi in Lagos Island?

You can stop a taxi on the street in Lagos Island or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app in Lagos Island as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.

What other ways are there to get around in Lagos Island?

If you can’t find a taxi Lagos Island or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.

How do I calculate the taxi price in Lagos Island?

Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.co.uk. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on Lagos Island taxi prices and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside Lagos Island.

What’s the price of Taxi in Lagos Island per KM?

The starting price of a taxi in Lagos Island is 500.0 NGN. Each KM is then priced at 1,000.0 NGN. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 2,000.0 NGN per hour.

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