Gujarat's Road Transport Corporation cuts fares as state's expressways transform travel
Ahmedabad, June 28
The Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation has introduced new air-conditioned bus services on the Ahmedabad-Dholera and Delhi-Mumbai Expressways, reducing travel time and fares while improving connectivity for commuters across the state.
Under the new services, premium AC buses between Ahmedabad and Bhavnagar are now operating via the Ahmedabad-Dholera Expressway. The route currently has 24 daily trips, with the fare reduced to Rs 336.
Similarly, non-stop Volvo services between Ahmedabad and Surat are now running via the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. The fare has been reduced to Rs 687, allowing passengers to save up to Rs 61 while benefiting from faster travel.
Passengers have welcomed the move, saying the lower fares and improved connectivity have made public transport more attractive and affordable.
"The service is very good. The fare has been reduced by around Rs 40-50, making it affordable even for middle-class passengers," said commuter Kunal Somani.
Another commuter, Vishal Agola, said the new Volvo services provide comfortable travel, especially during the summer.
"The government has introduced Volvo bus services that allow passengers to travel comfortably in air-conditioned buses. The reduced fares will encourage more people to choose public transport," he said.
GSRTC's AC buses are equipped with spacious seating, improved legroom, CCTV cameras, fire alarms and advanced monitoring systems to enhance passenger comfort and safety.
Commuter Jaideep Parmar praised the punctuality and overall quality of the service.
"The buses are comfortable, affordable and operate on time. The service has improved significantly," he said.
According to GSRTC officials, the response to the new services has been encouraging, prompting the corporation to expand operations in line with growing passenger demand.
GSRTC Public Relations Officer Shraddha Bhatt said passengers had already benefited from improved Volvo connectivity and reduced fares.
She added that tickets for all GSRTC services can be booked through the GSRTC website and mobile application.
With the expansion of services on Gujarat's expressway network, the state government aims to make intercity travel faster, safer and more affordable while encouraging greater use of public transport.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Great initiative! But why only expressways? What about smaller towns that rely on state transport? I hope GSRTC extends similar services to district routes too. The Volvo service on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway sounds promising though—could be a game-changer for intercity travel.
I used the Ahmedabad-Surat Volvo last week. Punctual and comfortable—no more sweating in summer! 🥵❄️ But the GSRTC app needs improvement. Couldn't book easily. Still, thumbs up for reduced fares and CCTV cameras for safety.
This is what happens when governments invest in infrastructure! The expressways are a boon. Rs 336 for AC bus between Ahmedabad and Bhavnagar? Beats driving your own car with fuel costs. More people should switch to public transport—less pollution, less traffic. 🙏
As someone who moved to Gujarat for work a few years ago, I’m impressed by the progress. The Delhi-Mumbai Expressway is world-class. But I hope GSRTC also focuses on maintaining these buses—many state transport buses in India deteriorate quickly. Regular checks are key.
Good for Gujarat! But why is this news only now? Other states like Karnataka and Maharashtra have had such services for years. Still, better late than never. 👏 Hope they also introduce sleeper buses for overnight routes soon.
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