Lagos, Nigeria
Ferries from Uncle Ben
Uncle Ben (Lagos, Nigeria) has 4 ferry routes to 1 destination, operated by Lagos State Waterways. You can sail from Uncle Ben to Mikano. Crossing times and timetables for each route are listed below.
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Routes & timetables
What ferry routes connect Uncle Ben?
4 crossings with live schedules — each card opens its full timetable.
Timetable
Ferry departures from Uncle Ben
12 scheduled sailings leaving Uncle Ben, across every route. Times are local.
| Departs | Arrives | To | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:05 | 06:08 | Salt Beach | 3m | Lagos State Waterways | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 06:30 | 06:32 | Mikano | 2m | Lagos State Waterways | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 08:05 | 08:08 | Salt Beach | 3m | Lagos State Waterways | Mon–Fri |
| 08:30 | 08:32 | Mikano | 2m | Lagos State Waterways | Mon–Fri |
| 12:05 | 12:08 | Salt Beach | 3m | Lagos State Waterways | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 12:30 | 12:32 | Mikano | 2m | Lagos State Waterways | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 14:05 | 14:08 | Salt Beach | 3m | Lagos State Waterways | Mon–Fri |
| 14:30 | 14:32 | Mikano | 2m | Lagos State Waterways | Mon–Fri |
| 15:05 | 15:08 | Salt Beach | 3m | Lagos State Waterways | Sat |
| 15:30 | 15:32 | Mikano | 2m | Lagos State Waterways | Sat |
| 17:05 | 17:08 | Salt Beach | 3m | Lagos State Waterways | Mon–Fri |
| 17:30 | 17:32 | Mikano | 2m | Lagos State Waterways | Mon–Fri |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
Network
Where does Uncle Ben connect?
Ports connected
Operators
Location
Where is Uncle Ben?
- Region
- Lagos
- Coordinates
- 6.408° N, 3.215° E
- Shortest crossing
- 2m
Plan your trip
The day at Uncle Ben
First 06:30
Last 17:30
Busiest 06:00–07:00
6 of 24 hours served
Nothing sails outside 06:30–17:30, so a day trip has to fit inside that window; the last departure is the last one. 6 scheduled departures in total.
About
About Uncle Ben
Mikano is 0.1 nautical miles from Uncle Ben and the crossing is timetabled at 2 minutes — about as short as a scheduled boat journey gets anywhere on this site. Six sailings a week run in each direction.
The other connection is longer in relative terms and still short in absolute ones: Salt Beach, 0.5 nautical miles away at 3 minutes, again with six boats a week each way.
All four services run Monday to Saturday between 06:03 and 17:30, with no Sunday sailings and nothing in the evening. The landings along this stretch of the Lagos creeks carry informal names — Uncle Ben, Salt Beach, Mikano — which is a fair indication of how the network grew: as private jetties and beach landings that a public schedule was later written around.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get a ferry to from Uncle Ben?
From Uncle Ben you can take a ferry to Mikano. Each route page shows the crossing time and timetable.
Which ferry companies operate from Uncle Ben?
Ferries from Uncle Ben are run by Lagos State Waterways. Open an operator page for its fleet, routes and contact details.
How many ferry routes serve Uncle Ben?
Uncle Ben is served by 4 ferry routes connecting 1 port. Timetables can change seasonally, so confirm with the operator before travelling.
Where is Uncle Ben ferry port located?
Uncle Ben is in Lagos, Nigeria (around 6.408, 3.215). See the map on this page for its exact location.
How do I get to Uncle Ben ferry terminal?
Uncle Ben serves short local crossings — arriving 10–15 minutes before departure is usually enough for foot passengers. Confirm the exact boarding point with your operator.
What are the most popular ferries from Uncle Ben?
Popular crossings from Uncle Ben include Mikano. Browse the full list below for crossing times and live timetables.
Do ferries from Uncle Ben carry cars?
Vehicle capacity varies by route and vessel, and short local crossings are often passenger-only. Check the individual route page and confirm with the operator before travelling with a car.
When should I book a ferry from Uncle Ben?
For peak season and any sailing with a vehicle, book as early as possible. Off-peak foot-passenger fares are usually more flexible. Always confirm the latest timetable before travelling.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated Aug 11, 2026.
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