Why Choose USSD,Opay or Bank Transfer for Bus Ticket Payments?

• Accessibility: No need for internet connectivity; USSD works on all mobile phones.
• Convenience: Avoid long queues and the need for physical cash.
• Security: Direct payments reduce the risk of carrying cash.
• Speed: Transactions are completed within seconds.
• Record Keeping: Digital receipts make tracking expenses easier

Step-by-Step Guide: Paying for Bus Tickets via USSD

If you booking through our platform just follow this simple step:

Fill in other required documents like names and address, when you get to the payment section

Select pay by transfer, Ussd, Opay Or direct bank deposit. Our platform make use of Paystack payment gateway, so this options are regular payment for any online vendor in Nigeria.

If your booking from other transport operators platform follow the step bellow:

Let’s say you booked a bus on ABC Transport and want to pay using USSD:

1. Choose your trip on the ABC Transport website
2. At checkout, select “Pay with USSD”
3. A list of bank USSD codes will show up
4. Select your bank (e.g., Access Bank = *901#)
5. Dial the code on your phone
6. Follow the prompt: Enter the amount and reference
7. Approve the payment
8. You will get a confirmation SMS
9. Ticket is sent to your email or phone

NOTE: Always enter the correct reference code.
If not, your payment may be lost.

For more tips on how to pay online with ussd code check payment guild on paystack

Step-by-Step Guide: Paying for Bus Tickets via Bank Transfer

Here’s how to do it via bank transfer:

1. Choose your route and time on the website or at the terminal
2. At checkout, choose “Pay with Bank Transfer”
3. You’ll be shown an account number (usually unique to you)
4. Use your mobile banking app or USSD to send the money
5. Send only the exact amount
6. Take a screenshot of the payment or save the SMS
7. Upload proof if required or send via WhatsApp/email
8. Wait for confirmation
9. Your e-ticket will arrive shortly

How to Know If a Bus Operator Accepts USSD or Bank Transfers

Not all bus operators allow USSD or transfer.
But the top ones do.

Look out for this:

• Mention of “Pay with USSD” or “Transfer Option” on their website
• At the terminal, ask before payment
• In your ticket confirmation email, check payment methods
• Call their customer care line

Examples of operators that support cashless payment:

• God is Good Motors (GIGM)
• ABC Transport
• GUO Transport
• Chisco Transport
• Young Shall Grow Motors
• Ifesinachi Transport

Real-Life Example

Let’s take Amaka as an example.
She lives in Owerri and wants to travel to Lagos.

She search online and found intertransport.com.ng. Her intention was to travel to Lagos from Owerri. Then she,
Selects Owerri to Lagos from our booking form.
Chooses to travel tomorrow at 7:00 AM.
Ticket is ₦32,500.

At checkout, she selects “Bank Transfer.”

She gets the payment instruction:

Send ₦32,500 to 1234567890 (Zenith Bank), use “SAR1405” as reference.

She opens her Zenith Bank app.
Transfers ₦32,500 using the reference.

20 minutes later, she gets an email with her e-ticket.

Done. No cash. No hassle. This is how it should work for every other person.

Tips for First-Time Users

• Use USSD during the day, when banks are more responsive
• If you have a bank app, always take a screenshot
• Don’t pay twice if the first payment is pending. Wait
• Don’t use shared Wi-Fi for your transactions
• Use transport companies with verified online presence

How to Keep Your Transactions Safe

• Always use your personal device
• Don’t share your PIN or OTP
• Use verified bus company websites
• Save every receipt or SMS alert
• Set transaction limits for added protection

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What if I don’t get confirmation after payment?
A: Contact customer care immediately with your reference and screenshot.

Q: Can I pay for someone else?
A: Yes. Just use their name and phone number when booking.

Q: What if I use the wrong reference?
A: Notify the company fast. It may take longer to track it.

Q: Can I get a refund after paying?
A: Some operators offer refunds or rescheduling, others don’t. Read their policy first.

Also check

How to Book a Bus Ticket Online Through Intertransport.com.ng

list of transport companies in Nigeria and their prices

Top 10 Transport Companies in Nigeria

Transport Companies That Travel to Other African Countries from Nigeria

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