TSRTC

TSRTC is popular due to its adequate, safe and on-time bus services. Several types of buses run by TSRTC help in connecting different routes. TSRTC proficiently strives in maintaining its quality and delivering an affordable bus travel experience in the long run.

Bus tickets for the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) can be purchased online through redBus. Purchasing a TSRTC bus ticket online is as easy as following these instructions. 

• Enter your source city and destination, and date of travel. 
• Choose TSRTC buses as an operator, you can choose the type of bus you want to travel.
• Select the TSRTC boarding point and dropping point.
• Select the seat layout; you can also book the ladies' seat on the TSRTC bus.
• Fill in your contact and co-passenger details if you travel in a group.
• Select the payment method and your ticket is booked.

Many people prefer to book TSRTC online bus tickets through redBus for a pleasant and trouble-free journey. You can reserve your preferred seat on a TSRTC bus by using the redBus website or mobile application. TSRTC advance bus reservations are also accessible on redBus. TSRTC provides advance bus ticket booking, which allows you to book your bus ticket up to 30 days before your trip. To minimise last-minute problems at bus stations, one can pre-book TSRTC bus tickets through redBus. 

Here are the latest news updates on Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) buses:

• As a part TSRTC piolet projects TSRTC started snack box for 9 e-Garuda bus running on Hyderabad To Vijayawada route.
• Starting Tuesday, women in the city can purchase T-24 tickets for a discounted price of Rs 80. These tickets can be bought from conductors on both ordinary and metro express buses that operate within the city limits.
• TSRTC launches new buses from Hyderabad to Bangalore, Huballi and Davangere.
• TSRTC appoint village bus officer across the state to increase the awareness among passenger.
• TSRTC plans to introduce high-tech AC buses. The 12-meter-long electric AC buses will seat 41 people and go more than 325 km on a single charge.
• Telangana State Road Transport Corporation is going to run special 60 buses from Hyderabad to Uppal for those who are attending IPL matches.
• TSRTC offers 10% discounts on Hyderabad to Vijayawada Bus tickets, these discounts will be applicable to the Rajdhani AC services.
• Telangand State Road Transport Corporation is all set to launch the TSRTC bus tracking app which will be equipped on 900 metro express bus.
• From March, 16 new AC sleeper buses called "Lahari" will be offered to passengers, designed like private travel buses. First, these bus services would run between Bengaluru and Hubli in Karnataka, Visakhapatnam and Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh, and Chennai in Tamil Nadu.
• TSRTC, which has already introduced new super-luxury, non-AC sleeper and seater-cum-sleeper buses, has built hi-tech AC sleeper buses for long extended journeys.

• Founded: 2 June 2014 (after splitting the Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation)
• Owner: Government of Telangana
• Head Office: Hyderabad
• Total TSRTC Bus Stations: 364
• No. of Routes Served by TSRTC: 3,653
• Total revenue: INR 130,400,000 (approx.)
• Total number of routes: 36,593
• Types of services offered: Premium, Mid-level, Entry-level, Urban, Special Hire, Cargo, and Electric Bus services
• Types of buses offered: Vajra, Garuda Plus, Garuda, Rajdhani, Super Luxury, Deluxe, etc.
• Key People: Sri V.C Sajjanar (Vice Chairman & Managing Director), Sri Puvvada Ajay Kumar (Transport Minister, Telangana)
• Subsidiaries: TSRTC Logistic Services
• Areas served: Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Goa, Chhattisgarh.
• Awards and achievements: Telangana State Energy Conservation Award – 2019, PCRA Award, ASRTU Productivity Awards, India Bus Awards (2018), ASRTU Fuel Efficiency Award (2106-17), National Public Transport Excellence Award – 2017, etc.

Despite the fact that TSRTC provides premium bus services, its fares are reasonable. It also runs entry-level buses in communities and isolated locations with low-cost tickets. TSRTC bus ticket prices are available in real time on redBus. On redBus, no commission is applied to the purchase of a TSRTC bus ticket. Further redBus discounts and promo codes will further cut the cost of TSRTC bus tickets. Overall, TSRTC online booking via redBus is secure and cost-effective. The price of a TSRTC bus ticket on redBus is determined by the service type, bus type, and seat type.

The following are the starting ticket costs for TSRTC buses on certain popular routes:

• Hyderabad to Karimnagar- INR 315- 3 hrs 
• Hyderabad to Vijayawada- INR 492- 5 hrs 30 min
• Bengaluru to Hyderabad- INR 974- 9 hrs
• Hyderabad to Khammam- INR 344- 4hrs
• Hyderabad to Nandigama- INR 445- 4 hrs 
• Hyderabad to Bengaluru- INR 974- 9 hrs 15 min 
• Hyderabad to Warangal- INR 276- 3 hrs 20 min

TSRTC (Telangana State Road Transport Corporation) is the state-owned transport wing formed in 2014 after the split from the Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC).

TSRTC services three zones– Hyderabad (Hakimpet), Karimnagar (Rampur), and Greater Hyderabad (Uppal)– and spans the 13 regions within these zones. Daily, the TSRTC serves more than 80 lakhs (8 million) passengers along approximately 3,600 routes. Its fleet is about 10,460 buses spanning various types and companies. These are operated from 364 bus terminals and about 97 depots.

In 2016, the TSRTC won an Award for Excellence in the “Best Bus Transportation ” category and garnered recognition for the highest KMPL fuel efficiency between 2014 and 2015.

TSRTC services metropolitan cities and towns in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Goa, and Maharashtra. It is also linked to bus services in Odisha and Chhattisgarh. You can make TSRTC online booking on redBus and grab discounts and deals offered to reduce your bus ticket price by a significant amount.

Popular Cities Covered by TSRTC

TSRTC offers bus services to many destinations in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Goa, and other states. In addition, with its massive fleet of buses, TSRTC provides daily departures to many South Indian cities.

One can check the availability of TSRTC buses to any city on redBus. The frequency of TSRTC buses can be more than expected for some routes. Usually, the most significant number of TSRTC buses in a day depart from Hyderabad.

You can make a TSRTC online bus ticket booking to or from the following popular cities like Bengaluru, Kollam, and Chennai, Here is a list of famous cities of TSRTC: 

• Nalgonda
• Hyderabad
• Khammam
• Warangal
• Nizamabad
• Nandigama
• Karimnagar
• Adilabad
• Kodad
• Kurnool
• Ramagundam
  
  

Popular Routes Covered by TSRTC

In total, TSRTC operates buses on around 36,593 routes. However, not all routes are serviced by TSRTC daily. Some of these TSRTC routes are small-length, while others are inter-state routes. One can view the availability of TSRTC coaches on any road with redBus.

Complete TSRTC route information is offered by redBus to individuals. TSRTC has many depots and bus stops that help them cover more routes efficiently. In addition, its massive fleet of more than 9,000 coaches can cover many routes.

Travellers who make a TSRTC online booking on redBus tend to choose from the following popular routes commonly:

• Hyderabad to Karimnagar: The distance between Hyderabad and Karimnagar in Telangana is an average of 170 kilometres (105 miles). It typically takes between 2 and 4.5 hours to cover by road depending on the traffic and road conditions.
• Bengaluru to Hyderabad: The distance between these two cities is a minimum of 560 kilometres (348 miles), depending on your bus route. It can take between 8 and 14 hours to make the journey by bus.
• Vijayawada to Hyderabad: The most common route that connects these cities is 275 kilometres (171 miles) long and will take at least 4.5 hours to cover by road.
  
  

Following are some of the other popular routes for TSRTC buses:

• Khammam to Bengaluru
• Hyderabad to Adilabad
• Hyderabad to Mumbai
• Hyderabad to Vijayawada
• Nizamabad to Bengaluru
• Hyderabad to Warangal
• Hyderabad to Chennai
• Hyderabad to Pune
• Hyderabad to Nagpur
  
  

Popular Pilgrimage Destinations with TSRTC

Many pilgrimage seekers arrive in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and neighbouring states. TSRTC offers special bus services to pilgrimage seekers. In addition, people on a spiritual journey can choose Special Hire Services offered by TSRTC. Besides bus hire, pilgrimage bus services are also available at standard rates from TSRTC. TSRTC also takes several initiatives to promote pilgrimage tourism in Telangana. One can check the availability of TSRTC buses to any pilgrimage city on redBus. In addition, one can visit the redBus app or website and book pilgrimage bus services.

 Popular pilgrimage destinations with TSRTC buses are as follows:

• Basara
• Tirupati
• Vijayawada
• Yadagirigutta
• Srisailam
• Bhadrachalam
• Yadadri
• Medak
  
  

Types of TSRTC Buses

TSRTC has a massive fleet of more than 9,000 coaches. All coaches of TSRTC aren't similar. Coaches offered by TSRTC can differ in interior structure, seating capacity, seat type, and more.

TSRTC buses are majorly classified into the following types,

• Express: These non-AC 3 + 2 buses run between cities in Telangana, including Khammam and Godavarikhani.
• Ordinary: These buses are deployed along high-frequency routes within individual cities. Hence, they are referred to as “city” buses and are integral to the public transport system in Telangana.
  
  

TSRTC offers several AC bus types under Premium Services. It also provides several non-AC bus types under Mid-level Services. As a result, the bus types for each service provided by TSRTC can differ.

However, all buses offered by TSRTC are equipped with several amenities. One can know the TSRTC bus type before booking an e-ticket on redBus. The TSRTC fleet caters to various budgets; therefore, you can find one that is affordable yet safe for travel.

Here are some options you can choose from when making your TSRTC online booking:

• Vajra: These are mini air-conditioned buses that connect areas in Hyderabad to Nizamabad, Godavarikhani, Karimnagar, and Warangal.
• Vennela: This premium bus features sleeper berths with individual LED TVs and pre-loaded movies. The staff also provides water bottles, sanitary wipes, and freshly washed blankets.
• Garuda Plus: These multi-axle buses from Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, and Scania feature reclining seats. They are operated along long-distance routes.
• Rajadhani: These AC buses from Ashok Leyland service routes connect Hyderabad to other district headquarters. On occasion, they are deployed along highly-frequented long-distance routes.
• Super-luxury: These non-AC buses feature push-back seats and are run to and from major cities in Telangana and neighbouring states.
  
  

Other TSRTC buses available for passengers are as follows:

• Deluxe
• Express and Semi Express
• Palle Velugu
• Metro Luxury
  
  

Apart from public bus services, TSRTC also offers special bus services. For example, it offers Special Hire Services, where individuals and organizations can hire a bus. Buses can be hired for pilgrimage travel, marriage transport, and tours. It also offers special bus services at normal ticket rates to pilgrimage seekers. Apart from that, TSRTC often extends bus services on a special route for festive celebrations or national/international events.

TSRTC Special Tour Packages

TSRTC also offers special tour packages to passengers. It offers a one-day tour package to Tirupati, Kanipakam, and Vellore tourist attractions. TSRTC also offers a tour package to visit attractions in Vishakhapatnam. There are two different one-day tour packages, one that takes you to Kuntala & Pochera Waterfalls and Nirmal Handicrafts. And the other includes Hanmakonda, Ramappa Temple, and Laknavaram Temple. Not just that, TSRTC also offers many different tour packages for tourists. The tour packages provided by TSRTC consist of curated activities and site visits for tourists.

TSRTC Offers Discounts

1. TSRTC Child Policy

TSRTC also circulates concession offers and schemes for passengers. For example, while making a TSRTC bus reservation, you only have to pay 50% of the ticket amount for a child. A child aged between 5 and 12 years will get a 50% discount on TSRTC online bus tickets. Furthermore, TSRTC reduces ticket rates to make bus services affordable to the public. For an additional discount, one can book TSRTC online bus tickets on redBus. Coupon codes and redDeals on redBus can reduce the cost of TSRTC bus booking. Also, the TSRTC bus tickets on redBus are free from commission charges.

2. Code FIRST for the new Users

Use the code FIRST to get a 10% discount up to Rs 150 + Rs 100 cashback on TSRTC bus tickets. This offer is exclusively accessible to first-time users and is valid for a minimum ticket value of Rs 200. The offer is only valid once per the customer's email address or mobile phone number. This offer is only available to logged-in users who confirm their mobile number using an OTP .within 48 working hours of the date of the ride; the cashback will be credited to your redBus wallet. The offer cash is valid for six months from the date it is credited to the wallet, after which it will expire and be ineligible. The redBus deal is valid across all channels.

TSRTC offers bus passes to various people in society. Here is the useful information which you should look into to check your eligibility for the bus pass:

• TSRTC offers Student Free Bus Passes for children below 12 years of age that are enrolled in a school. Girl students below 18 years of age (up to class X) can also use this bus pass.
• TSRTC offers Student Concessional Route Passes in several cities and towns. Students can generate monthly and quarterly passes and travel at affordable rates in TSRTC buses.
• Monthly and quarterly, TSRTC also offers college student bus pass.
• TSRTC also offers an annual Journalist Bus Pass.
• TSRTC offers an annual Physically Challenged Bus Pass.
• TSRTC also circulates Freedom Fighter Bus Pass and Police Martyr's Bus Pass.
• NGO Bus Passes and Kidney Patient Bus Passes are offered by TSRTC.

TSRTC allows passengers to cancel their bus bookings made online. However, passengers must pay TSRTC bus cancellation charges based on their timing. TSRTC bus cancellation charges for passengers are as follows:

• Cancelling TSRTC bus tickets two days (48 hours) before the bus departure means passengers don't have to pay any charges.
• For cancelling TSRTC bus tickets a day before the bus departure, passengers must pay 10% of the ticket price as a cancellation charge.
• For cancelling TSRTC bus tickets between 24 to 2 hours before the bus departure, passengers must pay 25% of the bus ticket price as a cancellation charge.
• Passengers will have to pay 50% of the TSRTC ticket amount as a cancellation charge for discarding bus tickets 1-2 hours before departure.

TSRTC has a good frequency of buses that run all throughout the day ensuring safety and comfort of passengers. TSRTC staff are known for assisting passengers consistently. Travellers prefer TSRTC due to its convenient and on time bus services across various routes.

Booking TSRTC online bus tickets from redBus is fast and simple. You can book TSRTC ticket by choosing online secured payment options at any time. Every traveller is eligible to ongoing offers and cash backs.