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 $15. 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: $18 ) Delhi ↔ Phagwara (average: $14 ) Delhi ↔ Amritsar (average: $16 )

What is the best way to travel around India?

While you can choose between different modes of transportation, Buses is usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore India with 1749 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 schedules 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 travel from Delhi to Jalandhar by bus?

The bus is the most popular way to travel from Delhi to Jalandhar Travel time: 7h 35m Ticket prices: From $18 Frequency: 112 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 price$18	Average duration7h 35m	Daily departures112
Delhi - Phagwara	Average price$14	Average duration6h 55m	Daily departures22
Delhi - Amritsar	Average price$16	Average duration8h 50m	Daily departures95
Delhi - Ludhiana	Average price$18	Average duration6h 20m	Daily departures91
Delhi - Chandigarh	Average price$22	Average duration5h 15m	Daily departures436
Jalandhar - Delhi	Average price$16	Average duration7h	Daily departures56
Amritsar - Delhi	Average price$16	Average duration8h 50m	Daily departures76
Delhi - Varanasi	Average price$34	Average duration13h 45m	Daily departures40
Delhi - Jaipur	Average price$15	Average duration6h 10m	Daily departures245
Chandigarh - Delhi	Average price$20	Average duration4h 40m	Daily departures371

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 schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $15. 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: $18)
Delhi ↔ Phagwara (average: $14)
Delhi ↔ Amritsar (average: $16)
What is the best way to travel around India?
While you can choose between different modes of transportation, Buses is usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore India with 1749 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 schedules 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 travel from Delhi to Jalandhar by bus?
The bus is the most popular way to travel from Delhi to Jalandhar
Travel time: 7h 35m
Ticket prices: From $18
Frequency: 112 departures daily
Recommended operators: FlixBus, Infobus