How much does a bus ticket cost in India?

Bus travel in India is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was R 187. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights. Example fares in India: Delhi ↔ Jalandhar (average: R 176 ) Delhi ↔ Amritsar (average: R 168 ) Delhi ↔ Chandigarh (average: R 157 )

What is the best way to travel around India?

While you can choose between different transport options, Buses is usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore India with 1926 routes.

How do I book bus and train tickets in India?

Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare timetables and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play , Download on the App Store .

Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in India?

When buying Bus or Train tickets in India with Busbud we accept the following payment methods: Currency: Indian Rupee (INR) is the main currency.

How do I get from Delhi to Jalandhar by bus?

The bus is the most popular way to travel from Delhi to Jalandhar Travel time: 7h 55m Ticket prices: From R 176 Frequency: 26 departures daily Recommended operators: FlixBus , Infobus

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What are the most popular routes to India?

Route	Average price	Average duration	Daily departures
Delhi - Jalandhar	Average priceR 176	Average duration7h 55m	Daily departures26
Delhi - Amritsar	Average priceR 168	Average duration9h 25m	Daily departures61
Delhi - Chandigarh	Average priceR 157	Average duration5h 5m	Daily departures151
Amritsar - Delhi	Average priceR 167	Average duration8h 50m	Daily departures49
Delhi - Ludhiana	Average priceR 198	Average duration6h 40m	Daily departures15
Jalandhar - Delhi	Average priceR 169	Average duration7h	Daily departures20
Jaipur - Delhi	Average priceR 137	Average duration6h 45m	Daily departures120
Chandigarh - Delhi	Average priceR 158	Average duration4h 20m	Daily departures107
Delhi - Phagwara	Average priceR 178	Average duration7h 5m	Daily departures21
Delhi - Jaipur	Average priceR 133	Average duration6h 5m	Daily departures81

What popular bus companies operate in India?

Why choose Busbud?

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Busbud makes bus travel easy. We help travellers find a bus, plot routes, and book intercity bus tickets all over the world. With Busbud, wherever you go, you have a worldwide bus station within reach and available in your own language and currency. Busbud partners with safe and reliable bus companies throughout the world such as Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others so you can buy tickets without a worry.

Frequently asked questions about travelling in India

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much does a bus ticket cost in India?
Bus travel in India is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was R 187. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
Example fares in India:
Delhi ↔ Jalandhar (average: R 176)
Delhi ↔ Amritsar (average: R 168)
Delhi ↔ Chandigarh (average: R 157)
What is the best way to travel around India?
While you can choose between different transport options, Buses is usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore India with 1926 routes.
How do I book bus and train tickets in India?
Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare timetables and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.
Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in India?
When buying Bus or Train tickets in India with Busbud we accept the following payment methods:
Currency: Indian Rupee (INR) is the main currency.
How do I get from Delhi to Jalandhar by bus?
The bus is the most popular way to travel from Delhi to Jalandhar
Travel time: 7h 55m
Ticket prices: From R 176
Frequency: 26 departures daily
Recommended operators: FlixBus, Infobus