Patna: Passengers travelling from Delhi-NCR to Bihar for Diwali and Chhath are facing difficulties securing confirmed train tickets, with several major routes reporting heavy demand. Many travellers who have been unable to book seats are turning to buses, where fares have increased ahead of the festive season.
According to the information provided, ticket availability has been severely restricted across sleeper and air-conditioned classes on several trains, leaving passengers with limited travel options.
Special Buses Planned For Festive Rush
A senior Delhi Transport Department official said the Delhi government and the Bihar State Road Transport Corporation (BSRTC) were considering special bus services from Anand Vihar and Kashmere Gate interstate bus terminals to manage the expected passenger rush.
The BSRTC is operating special air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned buses connecting Delhi with major Bihar cities, including Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Chhapra and Bhagalpur.
Passengers can check availability and booking details through the corporation’s official website or at bus terminal counters.
Private Volvo and luxury sleeper buses are also operating on routes connecting Delhi’s Anand Vihar, Mayur Vihar and Sarai Kale Khan areas with destinations across Bihar, including Ara and Darbhanga. These services are available through online travel platforms such as RedBus and other booking applications.
Bus Fares Rise With Demand
Bus fares have risen as demand for festive travel increases. According to the information provided, tickets that typically cost between Rs 840 and Rs 2,000 on regular days can cost between Rs 2,500 and Rs 4,000 during the festive rush.
Fares for some luxury and special bus services have reportedly reached Rs 9,999, adding to the travel expenses of passengers who cannot secure train tickets.
The increase is likely to put additional pressure on travellers seeking affordable transport to reach their hometowns for the festivals.
Passenger Rush Expected To Increase
Transport authorities expect passenger numbers at major bus terminals to rise further as Chhath approaches. The additional demand could increase pressure on available services, particularly on routes connecting Delhi-NCR with Bihar.
Passengers are advised to check ticket availability, fares and departure details through official booking channels before travelling.
