FlixBus Marks Entry Into Indian Intercity Travel Market

FlixBus makes its debut in India. It is the second biggest bus market in the world, with FlixBus making its debut in the country, connecting cities and routes across New Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, J&K, Punjab, Rajasthan, and UP.

The first routes will start on February 6th at a special price of Rs 99, connecting Delhi with Ayodhya, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Manali, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Ajmer, Katra, Dehradun, Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Jodhpur, Dharamshala, Lucknow and Amritsar. The routes will include 59 stops and more than 200 connections in total.

André Schwämmlein, CEO of Flix, said, "We are delighted to unveil FlixBus’ expansion into India, a large move as we reach our 43rd country and one of the largest bus markets globally. Entering the dynamic Indian market is a huge opportunity for us, filled with anticipation and the recognition of the significant potential to change the mobility landscape in India. Our mission perfectly fits what India strives for sustainable, safe and affordable travel options for all. Acknowledging the growing demand for such services in India, we are committed to upholding consistent quality, safety and delivering a seamless customer experience in every region we operate."

The company’s Some of the features include gender seating (i.e., seats next to women will be automatically reserved for other women), a 24x7 incident response team, a traffic control ward, 2-point seat belts for all seats and exclusive FlixBus lounges.

Surya Khurana, Managing Director, FlixBus, India, said, “Our commitment to safety, comfort, and cost-effective journeys makes us the global choice for millions exploring diverse destinations. Our success lies in close collaboration with local operators, optimising for growth and efficiency. We champion shared mobility to reduce congestion and emissions in cities. We're anticipating a transformation in the Indian intercity travel space, we are excited to lead the charge, setting a global standard for seamless, reliable, and affordable intercity transport.”