How It Works

Smart. Safe. Seamless Mobility for Everyone in Enugu State

Ride Smart in 6 Simple Steps

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Register (60 seconds)

Create your account on the web or mobile app. Verify your phone number/email to secure your profile.

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Fund Your Wallet

Top up instantly with card, bank transfer, USSD, or voucher. Your balance is ready for any ESB route.

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Get Your Smart Card (Optional)

Request a physical ESB Smart Card from authorized outlets. Link it to your account for tap-to-pay boarding.

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Track Your Bus in Real Time

Open the app to see live bus locations, estimated arrival times (ETA), and step-by-step guidance.

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Tap to Pay & Board

At the door validator, tap your card or show your QR in the app. Payment is processed automatically.

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Ride & Rate

Enjoy a safe, comfortable trip. At your stop, alight and rate your experience to help us improve.

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What You Need

  • A phone number and email to sign up
  • The Enugu Smart Bus mobile app (Android/iOS)
  • Funds in your ESB Wallet or a linked ESB Smart Card
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Payment Options

  • ESB Wallet (in-app balance)
  • ESB Smart Card (contactless tap)
  • Supported top-ups: debit/credit card, bank transfer, USSD, vouchers
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Tickets & Discounts

  • Standard Fare: Automatically calculated by distance/zone
  • Concessions: Students, elderly, and persons with disabilities (where applicable). Apply in Profile → Concessions
  • Funds in your ESB Wallet or a linked ESB Smart Card
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Safety & Accessibility

  • Trained drivers and monitored routes.
  • Priority seating for the elderly and persons with disabilities.
  • Low-floor entry and handrails (on designated buses. 24/7 support via in-app chat and hotline.
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Quick FAQs

No. You can ride with the app QR or the smart card—your choice.
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Lost an item? Open the app → Help → Lost & Found and select your trip.

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Get the App & Start Open the app· Download App: Google Play / App Store Create Account → Fund Wallet → Track → Tap → Ride.