STC Ghana: how to book, bus schedules, fares, online ticketing, destinations, contacts

STC Ghana: how to book, bus schedules, fares, online ticketing, destinations, contacts

STC Ghana is a joint state and privately-owned transport company. It offers road transport services for people, courier services, driver training, vehicle valuation, testing, and maintenance services. This article explains how to book a ticket on the STC Ghana website, destinations, and other details.

How to book STC Ghana
STC Ghana logo. Photo: @intercitystcltd
Source: Facebook

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Intercity STC Coaches Limited is reliable when transporting people and commodities within Ghana and the ECOWAS sub-region. The company has improved the efficiency of road transport countrywide.

STC Ghana online booking, fare, destinations, and schedules

The government formed STC Ghana in 1909 and incorporated it in June 1995. About 400 vehicles were added to their fleet by 2015, and the STC Ghana Accra Lagos-Accra and Accra-Kumasi routes were reintroduced. STC repaid about 1.7 million USD for the 50 coaches bought in 2016.

STC Ghana services

The STC Ghana Transport Company offers the following services, but is not limited to these:

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  • Bus Services and hiring
  • Package / Parcel Express
  • Valuation Services
  • Engineering Consultancy Services
  • Driver Training School
  • Park and Ride Facility
  • Students Transport Services
STC Ghana bus schedules
An STC Ghana bus at a terminal. Photo: @intercitystcltd
Source: Facebook

STC Ghana fare

STC bus fares differ with the route and the departure time. Local trips cost GHC 18 to GHC 300 for local trips, while international trips start from GHC 200. Here is the list of the estimated STC Ghana prices in 2023:

STC bus routeFare (GHC)Departure time
Accra (Achimota) – Kumasi (Adum) 45/406:45 am
Accra – Tamale1107:30 am & 3:20 pm
Accra – Kumasi453:20 pm
Accra – Bolga1253:20 pm
Accra – Navorongo1303:20 pm
Accra – Paga1303:20 pm
Accra – Wa1054:30 pm
Accra – Nandom1204:30 pm
Aflao – Accra324:00 am
Aflao – Elubo1904:00 pm
Aflao to Abidjan2804:00 pm
Berekum – Kumasi208:00 pm
Berekum – Accra578:00 pm
Bunso – Kumasi456:50 am
Bunso – Accra507:10 am
Bunso – Tamale1109:45 am
Bunso – Bolga1254:47 pm
Bunso – Navrongo1304:47 pm
Bunso – Paga1304:47 pm
Bunso – Wa1057:00 pm
Bunso – Dormaa6011:30 pm
Ho – Accra293:30 am
Sunayani – Kumasi184:00 am
Cape Coast – Abidjan20012:10 am
Cape Coast – Accra338:30 am
Cape Coast – Tema388:30 am
Cape Coast – Takoradi209:30 am
Cape Coast – Kumasi4410:00 am

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STC GHC online ticketing

STC Ghana
Intercity coaches workers posing for the camera next to the buses. Photo: @intercity_stc
Source: Facebook

You can visit the nearest STC Bus terminal to book a ticket. You can also get an STC bus ticket online booking, but this service is available for specific destinations, not all routes. Here is how one can use the STC online bus ticket booking platform:

How to create an STC ticket booking account?

You should create an account on the STC website to book trips and buy travel tickets. You can download the STC travel app from App or Google Play Store and install it on your phone. After that, register and log in to book trips. Here is how you create an account on the STC website:

  • Visit the official STC website.
  • Click "Online Ticketing."
  • Click "Login/Signup."
STC Ghana bus schedules
STC online ticket booking website. Photo: @stcticketing.gov.gh
Source: UGC
  • Enter your mobile number (it must be registered under your national ID).
  • Click "Next."
  • Click "Sign up now."
  • Enter an OTP sent via SMS to your phone number.
  • Your mySTC account password will be sent to you by SMS.
  • Enter and confirm your password.
  • Click "Sign up now."

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Booking a bus on the STC ticketing website

If you already have an account on the STC platform, log in using the details you entered during the registration stage and follow this process to book a ticket:

  • Visit the STC Ghana website to start your booking.
  • Enter your location in the “Traveling From” space.
  • Enter your final destination in the “Traveling To” space.
  • Select the date of departure.
The STC Ghana online ticketing
The STC Ghana online ticketing website. Photo: @stcticketing.gov.gh
Source: UGC
  • Click the Search button to check available buses.
  • Pick a bus from the list displayed against your traveling date.
  • Pay for your trip to complete your STC online ticket booking process.
  • You will receive a ticket via SMS and email.

You can use the same process to buy a ticket on the STC ticket booking app. The app allows you to book a ticket to any STC destination. You can cancel your ticket through the STC app, website, or contact the STC customer care agents.

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How do I pay for STC?

You can pay for your traveling ticket after confirming the bus is available. Here are the STC payment options:

  • Vodafone cash
  • AirtelTigo cash
  • Visa/Master card
  • MTN MoMo

STC Ghana schedule and destinations

STC Ghana buses are consistent, efficient, and follow the company's timetable. The vehicles travel to 30 destinations in Ghana. Here is a complete list of Intercity STC Ghana destinations:

  • Accra to Abidjan
  • Accra to Bolgatanga
  • Accra to Cape Coast
  • Accra to Cotonou
  • Accra to Kumasi
  • Accra to Nandom
  • Accra to Paga
  • Accra to Tamale
  • Accra to Takoradi
  • Accra to Tarkwa
  • Accra to Wa
  • Abidjan to Lome
  • Abidjan to Zabre
  • Abidjan to Kumasi
  • Bolga to Kumasi
  • Cape Coast to Bolga
  • Cape Coast to Tamale
  • Kumasi to Aflao
  • Kumasi to Nandom
  • Kumasi to Tamale
  • Tarakodi to Bolga
  • Tarakodi to Tamale
  • Tudu to AflaoTudu or Kpndo
  • Tema to Bolga
  • Tema to Cape Coast
  • Tema to Kumasi
  • Tudu to Nkwata
  • Tema to Paga
  • Tema to Tamale
  • Tema to Tarakodi

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STC Ghana contacts and offices

STC Ghana
A group of people about to board a bus. Photo: @intercity_stc
Source: Twitter

For inquiries and more information about STC Ghana schedules, online booking, and fares, visit the nearest terminal or use these STC Ghana contact numbers and addresses:

Head Office

  • Address: No. 1 Ajuma Street, Opposite Awudome Cemetery
  • Telephone: 0557943605/0557943606/0573100375/0573100398
  • Box office: P.O Box 7384, Ring Road, Accrachre

Tudu Station

  • Address: Accra CBD
  • Telephone: 0573100340

Kumasi Station

  • Address: Oforikom terminal
  • Telephone: 053100382

Adum Terminal

  • Telephone: 0557943607/0573100383

Achimota Station

  • Address: Along New Achimota Lorry Park
  • Telephone: 0245376833/05771443799

What is STC Ghana?

Intercity STC Coaches Limited is a top transport company in Ghana. The company has a fleet of modern commercial buses and goes to over 25 destinations, including Ivory Coast, Benin, and Burkina Faso.

What is the full form of STC in Ghana?

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Intercity STC Coaches Limited was formerly known as STC (State Transport Corporation) and Vanef STC.

STC Ghana destinations
STC Ghana bust terminal. Photo: @intercitystcltd
Source: Facebook

How many seats are on the STC bus?

An STC bus carries 44 passengers.

Who is the owner of STC in Ghana?

Intercity STC is owned by Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), which has majority shares after taking over from VANEF and the Government of Ghana, the minority shareholder.

How much is STC from Kumasi to Takoradi?

Tickets cost $7 (GHC 65) - $9 (GHC 85), and the journey takes five hours and forty minutes. Intercity STC Coaches move from Kumasi to Takoradi thrice daily.

How much is STC from Accra to Takoradi?

Tickets cost $8 (GHC 70). The journey takes three hours and thirty minutes. Intercity STC Coaches move from Accra to Takoradi thrice daily.

How much is the STC fare from Accra to Kumasi?

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Accra to Kumasi costs GHC45 by STC bus. Traveling from Accra to Kumasi takes approximately an hour and two minutes.

How do I contact Accra STC?

You can call STC Accra via 0557943605 / 0557943606 / 0573100375 / 0573100398.

You can rely on STC Ghana for your regular traveling plans. The company is reliable, convenient, and affordable to many. Additionally, online ticketing makes it easier to book a bus.

DISCLAIMER: This article is not sponsored by any third party. It is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional advice or help and should not be relied on to make decisions of any kind. Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!

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