Ibadan isn’t just another city; it’s the largest city in Sub-Saharan Africa by landmass. With a size comparable to small countries like Luxembourg, navigating Ibadan requires some planning. Knowing where to drop off on the Lagos-Ibadan train can save you hours of travel and stress.

Imagine attending a wedding at Oluyole Estate and alighting at Moniya Train Station. By the time you get to the venue, the happy couple might already be celebrating their anniversary! 😂

Areas Served by Both Lagos – Ibadan Train Terminals

To help you make the right decision, here’s a guide. It shows the areas served best by the two train stations in Ibadan: Moniya and Omi Adio train stations.

Note that some locations may be listed under both stations due to their relative proximity and accessibility from either station.

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Moniya Train Station

Moniya Train Station is the terminal station for the Lagos-Ibadan train service. It’s located on the outskirts of Ibadan in the northern part of the city. The following locations are close to the Moniya Train Station:

• Moniya Market
• Akinyele Local Government Secretariat
• Akinyẹle Market
• Shasha
• IITA
• Ojoo
• 2 Mechanised Division Odoogbo
• Command Day Secondary School
• Air force Base Akobo
• Ibadan Dry Port
• Kings International College
• Ojoo Bus Terminal
• University of Ibadan
• International Conference Centre, UI
• UI Zoo
• Agodi Gardens
• Agbowo
• Bódìjà Housing Estate
• New Bódìjà
• Old Bódìjà
• Bodija Market
• Iwo Road Interchange
• Agbowo Shopping Complex
• Polytechnic Ibadan, Sango
• Sango
• Ventura Mall
• Eleyele Dam

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• Apete
• Dugbe Market
• Mokola Roundabout
• Agodi Gardens
• Ibadan North Local Government Office
• Ibadan North East Local Government Office
• Oyo State Secretariat
• House of Chiefs
• Cocoa House
• Mapo Hall
• Bere
• Ojaaba
• Oje Market
• Yemetu
• Total Garden
• UCH
• Adamasingba Stadium
• Cultural Centre Mokola
• Jericho Mall
• Kola Daisi University
• Ibadan Civic Centre, Idi Ape
• Bashorun
• Islamic High School, Bashorun

Omi Adio Train Station

Located in the southwestern part of Ibadan, Omi Adio Train Station is closer to the city centre and major residential areas. The following locations are close to the Omi Adio Train Station:

• Omi Adio
• Apata
• NNPC Apata
• Odo Ona Elewe
• Orita Challenge
• Akala Way
• Oluyole Extension
• Oluyole Estate
• Ring Road
• Dugbe Market
• Cocoa House
• Agodi Gardens
• Mokola Roundabout

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• Ibadan North West Local Government Office
• Ibadan South West Local Government Office
• Kakanfo Inn
• Liberty Stadium
• Government College Ibadan
• Queens School Ibadan
• Lafia Hotel
• IAR&T
• Bower’s Tower
• Oluyole Industrial Estate
• Oyo State High Court, Ring Road
• Moor Plantation
• Odo Ona
• Jericho
• NIHORT
• Cocoa House
• National Museum Alesinloye
• Aleshinloye Market
• Ogunpa Market
• Apata New Garage
• Command Secondary School Bode Igbo
• Orita Challenge
• Palms Mall
• Heritage Mall

Plan Your Lagos – Ibadan Train Trip beforehand

Ibadan City demands planning your trip before setting out. With its vast size and diverse neighbourhoods, Ibadan offers something for everyone, but planning your trip is key. Dropping at the wrong station can cost you valuable time and money.

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Let us know in the comments if we missed any major area near either Moniya or Omi Adio. Your insights could help other travellers make better decisions!