HRTC

The Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) was established in 1974. Today, HRTC has over 3,000 buses, connecting Himachal to several key cities across the country. The HRTC has introduced a range of buses to meet the needs of all passengers. These buses ensure the safety and comfort of every passenger on both short and long route journeys. HRTC buses are operating on more than 2,500 routes and covering over 5.60 lakh kilometres every day. Keep reading to learn more about HRTC bus booking. 

Key Services of HRTC

Himachal Pradesh Road Transport has several services designed for the needs of passengers, such as:

• A total of 3180+ HRTC buses.

• Both intercity and within-city connectivity.

• Comfortable and safe rides with technologies like CCTV and GPS.

• Easy online booking, cancellations, live tracking and a lot more.

• Affordable prices and bus types for the needs of every passenger.

HRTC ஆன்லைன் பஸ் டிக்கெட்டுகளை பட்ஜெட்டில் தேடுகிறீர்களா? நீங்கள் redBus-ஐ முதல் முறையாக பயன்படுத்துபவராக இருந்தால், ரூ. HRTC பஸ் டிக்கெட்டில் 300. HRTC பஸ் டிக்கெட்டில் 10% தள்ளுபடி ரூ.150 + ரூ.100 கேஷ்பேக் பெற FIRST என்ற குறியீட்டைப் பயன்படுத்தவும். இந்த ஆஃபர் முதல் முறை பயனர்களுக்கு மட்டுமே அணுகக்கூடியது மற்றும் குறைந்தபட்ச டிக்கெட் மதிப்பு ரூ. 200க்கு செல்லுபடியாகும். இந்த சலுகை வாடிக்கையாளரின் மின்னஞ்சல் முகவரி அல்லது மொபைல் ஃபோன் எண்ணுக்கு ஒரு முறை மட்டுமே செல்லுபடியாகும். OTP ஐப் பயன்படுத்தி தங்கள் மொபைல் எண்ணை உறுதிப்படுத்தும் உள்நுழைந்த பயனர்களுக்கு மட்டுமே இந்தச் சலுகை கிடைக்கும். சவாரி தேதியிலிருந்து 48 வேலை மணி நேரத்திற்குள், உங்கள் redBus வாலட்டில் கேஷ்பேக் கிரெடிட் செய்யப்படும். ஆஃபர் ரொக்கம் வாலட்டில் கிரெடிட் செய்யப்பட்ட நாளிலிருந்து ஆறு மாதங்களுக்கு செல்லுபடியாகும், அதன் பிறகு அது காலாவதியாகி தகுதிபெறும். redBus ஒப்பந்தம் அனைத்து சேனல்களிலும் செல்லுபடியாகும்.

Take a look at some popular HRTC Bus Routes:

HRTC buses ensure the safety and comfort of every passenger. You can find different types of buses operating under HRTC to different cities. Choose the bus that suits your travel needs. Here are some popular HRTC bus types:

Choosing the Himachal Pradesh Roadways bus also comes with several amenities that make your journey safe and comfortable. Depending on the bus type and route, there are different types of amenities offered by the HRTC. 

Here are some common amenities offered by HRTC:

• Drinking water and snacks for every passenger.

• Adequate luggage carrier for both bulky and handbags.

• Window curtains and blankets for privacy.

• Reading light, overhead fans, and AC for a comfortable experience.

• Armrests, reclining seats, etc, for additional comfort.

• Power outlets/USB ports for charging devices.

HRTC bus service is frequently used by tourists, pilgrims and even daily passengers. These buses are commonly used by many as they offer easy connectivity and affordability. 

Here are some popular cities covered by HRTC buses:

• Delhi

Delhi is possibly one of the most popular long-distance routes covered by HRTC bus services. ISBT Kashmiri Gate and Majnu Ka Tila have many buses operating every day to different cities.

• Manali

Manali is another popular city covered by several HRTC buses. These buses are frequently taken by tourists, pilgrims and daily passengers.

• Shimla 

Shimla is the capital city and one of the most popular cities covered by HRTC buses. Several Volvo and ordinary buses operate from Shimla to numerous nearby and distant destinations. 

• Bilaspur

Bilaspur is an important junction for passengers travelling towards Kinnaur and Kullu. It also offers connectivity with luxury Volvo buses. 

• Chandigarh

Chandigarh is a major city covered by HRTC bus services. Buses operating from Chandigarh are frequently boarded by tourists travelling to Himachal Pradesh.

Now, you can easily cancel HRTC online ticket booking. However, cancelling HRTC online booking tickets comes with cancellation charges that you should know.

Take a quick look at the cancellation charges for your Himachal Roadways online booking:

• 12 hours before the departure: 10% of the ticket amount.

• 4-12 hours before the departure: 25% of the ticket amount.

• Less than 4 hours before the departure: No Refund.

Note: For further queries regarding cancellation charges for a specific e-ticket, please visit the official redBus portal.

Online bus booking now comes with several new features that make your journey more comfortable and safe. One such feature is the HRTC bus live tracking. This allows you to track the live location of your bus easily with the redBus portal.

How does HRTC Live Tracking help?

• Get real-time updates about the location of your bus and plan your arrival at the bus stand accordingly.

• Share the bus tracking link with your family for safety purposes.

• Receive timely progress and alerts regarding any delays. 

HRTC ticket booking has been made easier and simpler with redBus. Here are some tips and ideas to make your experience seamless and hassle-free: 

• Make sure to book your ticket in advance, especially during peak season, to avoid the last-minute rush.

• Select your pickup and drop-off points carefully for a seamless experience.

• Always choose to book your tickets with a reliable and reputable website like redBus.

• Try looking for discounts and promo codes. 

• Keep your ticket handy and always carry a valid identity proof.

• Reach the boarding destination at least 30 minutes earlier.

• Keep the HRTC enquiry number handy for any queries. 

You can enjoy HRTC bus services for both interstate and intrastate travel to popular tourist and pilgrimage destinations. Take a look at some of the popular pilgrimage destinations covered by HRTC and plan your next trip accordingly:

• Baijnath Temple

The Baijnath Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the most popular pilgrimage destinations covered by the HRTC bus services. 

• Bhimakali Temple

The Bhimakali Temple is located in Sarahan. It is believed that the temple’s architecture dates back over 800 years and is still visited by thousands of devotees of Goddess Durga. 

• Naina Devi Temple

The Naina Devi is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas. It is believed that the eyes of Goddess Sati dropped here, hence the name Naina Devi Temple. 

• Hadimba Devi Temple

Hadimba Devi Temple is dedicated to the Hadimba Goddess. It is believed that Hadimba Devi used to meditate in the same structure and was blessed by Goddess Durga. 

• Bajreshwari Temple 

The Bajreshwari Temple is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas, located in the Kangra district, dedicated to Goddess Sati. According to mythology, Goddess Sati dropped her breast here.