HRTC

• Owner: Himachal Road Transport Corporation, Government of Himachal Pradesh 
• Founded in: 1958
• Head office: Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
• Types of Services offered: Local, intercity, and interstate buses.
• Total Number of Buses/ HRTC Fleet: 3,358
• Total number of routes: 2,573
• Total number of depots: 29
• Types of Buses Offered: HRTC Himgaurav, Volvo Bus, Delux, Himmani, Semi-Delux, Ordinary buses, Seater, AC Sleeper, and Non AC Sleeper
• Approx. Revenue: INR 180.82 lakhs per day
• Popular Bus Routes HRTC: Delhi to Kullu, Shimla to Chandigarh, Delhi to Bilaspur, Delhi to Mandi, Shimla to Ambala, Delhi to Sundernagar, Delhi to Dehra, and Mandi to Delhi.
• Areas Served: Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Jammu & Kashmir, New Delhi, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Uttarakhand.
• Awards and Achievements: “Commendable Initiative Award” for “Operation of Electric Buses to Rohtang Pass and around Manali” under “Best City in Urban Transport Initiatives” by the Government of India in 2018, India Bus Award in 2-18 Operation of Electric Buses from Manali to Rohtang Pass, etc., under “Excellence in Environmental Initiative- Public”, SKOCH Order of Merit Award for Operating Electric Buses between Manali and Rohtang Pass in 2018, Lowest Operation Cost, Maximum and Highest improvement in KMPL award for years, 2001-02, 2004-05, 2005-06, 2006-07, 2007-08, and 2016-17.
  

Last updated on: 29-08-2024

Read the latest news updates about the Himachal State Road Transport Corporation HRTC buses here: 

• Around 150 HRTC buses servicing 189 local routes in Hamirpur district will not operate for the next two days. This comes as private bus operators have already declared a strike to press for a tax waiver. As a result, residents will face significant challenges, with no public transportation available, even for emergencies.
• HRTC resumed its bus service from Delhi to Leh.
• After four months, HRTC resumed its bus service from Kullu- Manali to Keylong.
• In Una, Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri announced the imminent launch of an HRTC bus route connecting Una to Vrindavan. HRTC manages 175 bus routes linking religious sites within the state and beyond as part of the pilgrimage service. Additional routes are being established for various religious destinations outside the state, including 50 for Haridwar and 6 for Ayodhya. Agnihotri disclosed this information during his address in Una.
• HRTC has rolled out a new initiative allowing travellers to pay their bus fares by scanning the QR code at HRTC booking counters in Chandigarh, Delhi, Dehradun and Haridwar.
• The Himachal Road Transport Corporation has announced a significant alteration in Volvo buses' route from Shimla to Parwano. As revealed by HRTC officials on Tuesday, the buses will no longer pass through Pinjore, Kalka, and Parwanoo. 
• HRTC started a new bus service for pilgrims to visit the Chintpurni and Jwalamukhi temples in the Una and Kangra districts of Himachal Pradesh.
• Rohan Chand, the MD of HRTC, highlighted the Pratham Darshan Seva bus service, which includes routes from Chintpurni temple to Khatushyam temple and Naina Devi temple to Baba Balaknath temple. 
• Yesterday, the Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) started one Volvo and deluxe bus each from Hamirpur to New Delhi via Chandigarh. The buses would travel through the newly constructed Kiratpur-Manali four-lane highway and reach Chandigarh in three hours and 50 minutes and Delhi in eight hours and 50 minutes.

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Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) is a state-run bus service in Himachal Pradesh, India, that connects various parts of the state, including many popular pilgrimage destinations. Pilgrimage tourism is an essential aspect of Himachal Pradesh, and HRTC makes it easy for devotees and tourists to visit some of the most revered places. Here are some of the famous pilgrimage destinations accessible via HRTC:

• Manikaran: Manikaran, located in the Kullu district, is famous for its hot springs and the ancient Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara. HRTC provides regular services to this sacred destination.
• Chintpurni: The Chintpurni Temple in the Una district is dedicated to the Goddess Chinnamastika. HRTC buses ply regularly to this revered temple, making it accessible for pilgrims.
• Jawalamukhi: The Jawalamukhi Temple is known for its eternal flame and is considered one of the 51 Shakti Peethas. HRTC buses connect this temple to various parts of Himachal Pradesh.
• Shimla's Ka Shimla's Temple: This temple, dedicated to Goddess Kali, is a famous pilgrimage spot in the state. HRTC provides frequent bus services so that devotees can easily visit the temple.
• Baijnath: The ancient Baijnath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is in the Kangra district. Regular HRTC buses connect Baijnath with major cities and towns in the region.
• Chamunda Devi Temple: Also situated in Kangra district, the Chamunda Devi Temple is a prominent Shakti Peetha. HRTC offers regular services to this important pilgrimage site.
• Raghunath Temple in Kullu: Dedicated to Lord Rama, the Raghunath Temple in Kullu is another significant religious site accessible via HRTC.
• Naina Devi Temple in Bilaspur: The Naina Devi Temple, located in Bilaspur district, is considered one of the Shakti Peethas. HRTC buses allow pilgrims to visit this sacred spot.
• Laxminarayan Temple in Chamba: The ancient Laxminarayan Temple in Chamba is a popular destination, and HRTC provides convenient transport to this site.

HRTC buses also connect with other states of India, such as Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Jammu Kashmir. They can also travel to other popular pilgrim routes, such as Haridwar, Kangra, Rishikesh, Katra Vaishno Devi, Mathura, and Vrindavan. You can view your tickets by clicking on the "My booking" section. You are advised to print your m-tickets before your journey. Also, carry ID proof.

The Himachal Road Transport Corporation, commonly known as HRTC, started during independence and was jointly formed by the state of Punjab and the Railway Department of India. It was known as Mandi-Kullu Road Transport Corporation. It operated in both Himachal Pradesh and Punjab. Later, in 1974, the Himachal Government Transport was merged with Mandi-Kullu Road Transport Corporation and was named Himachal Road Transport Corporation or HRTC. HRTC is headquartered in Shimla. HRTC booking can be easily made on the redBus website or app.

HRTC has made connectivity via roads a dream for the cities in north India. Better roads were built for the smooth running of buses and cars. At present, the HRTC buses operate on almost 2,850 routes. If you want to travel to cities served by these buses, you can book an HRTC online using the redBus app. HRTC booking can be made online and offline, but HRTC online booking saves a lot of time.

Amenities on HRTC buses

HRTC buses are well-equipped with all kinds of amenities. The convenience of first aid kits, etc, can be availed by all passengers irrespective of the class of bus they are travelling with. Some services are optional and can be chosen by the passenger while booking the Himachal Road Transport Corporation bus. Also, the fare would increase depending on the facilities you want to have while travelling. Different amenities provided in an HRTC bus are:

• Water-Bottles
• Pillows
• First Aid Kits
• Snacks
• Air-Conditioners
• Televisions
• Charging points
• Hand rest

If you opt for HRTC online booking, you can look at all the amenities a bus would provide and then book tickets accordingly. HRTC's booking service is quite transparent. You can decide on what you want and then book tickets. HRTC bus tickets can also be booked 60 days before the journey day.

Popular Travel Routes Covered by HRTC

HRTC owns a giant fleet of buses. It has about 3,100 buses as part of its fleet. Also, these buses are usually packed as they operate on busy routes. HRTC also plans to extend the number of routes within the state in a phased manner. Therefore, you are advised to make the HRTC booking well in advance. With HRTC online booking, you can view HRTC bus timing and schedules of different buses and then make a choice. Listed below are some of the most popular routes covered by HRTC buses.

• Delhi to Una 
• Delhi to Shimla 
• Delhi to McLodeganj 
• Delhi to Dalhousie 
• Delhi to Manali
• Delhi to Kullu Shimla to Chandigarh 
• Delhi to Bilaspur
• Delhi to Mandi 
• Shimla to Ambala
• Delhi to Sundernagar 
• Delhi to Dehra 
• Mandi to Delhi

Over 3,000 routes are covered by HRTC buses. You can pick the route and book an HRTC online on the redBus app. HRTC bus tickets can be quickly booked in advance by using the redBus website or app.

Types of HRTC Buses

Owing to its vast fleet, the Himachal Road Transport Corporation has different types of buses as a part of its fleet. You can make an HRTC booking after weighing in all of your options. These buses serve a wide range of audiences. Therefore, these buses need to be affordable. Extra features can be availed, and a bus with better amenities can be booked depending on your budget. The different kinds of buses operated by HRTC are:

• Volvo Buses
• Deluxe Buses
• Himsuta AC Volvo/Scania 2+2
• Semi-Deluxe Buses
• Ordinary Buses
• A/C Sleeper Buses
• Seater Buses
• Non-AC Sleeper buses
• Electric buses

You can visit the redBus app and select from these buses based on your preferences.

Popular Cities Covered by HRTC Buses

HRTC buses cover almost all routes in Northern India. Additionally, Himachal Pradesh has a lot of hill stations and is a very cool place. As a result, the audience never changes throughout the year and only becomes slightly more prominent around the holidays. Popular cities that HRTC covers include:

• Kullu
• Manali
• Kangra
• Dharamshala
• Chamba
• Delhi
• Shimla
• Chandigarh
• Mandi
• Bilaspur
• Ambala

If you plan to travel to any of the cities in Himachal Pradesh, you can book the HRTC bus ticket online via redBus without standing in long queues. You can also view the HRTC bus timings Via routes and day and night buses based on your preference.

Special Tour Packages of HRTC

HRTC (Himachal Road Transport Corporation) doesn't organize any special tour packages; instead, HPTDC (Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation) coordinates these packages. The Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC) is a state government body responsible for promoting tourism in Himachal Pradesh, India. Established to develop and advance tourism in the state, HPTDC has significantly contributed to making Himachal Pradesh a prominent tourist destination.

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

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