India’s intercity bus industry grows 25% in H1 FY26, carries 140 mn passengers: redBus BusTrack report

India’s intercity bus sector carried over 140 million passengers between April and September 2025 — a 25 per cent year-on-year rise — driven by expanding route networks, digital ticketing, and growing comfort preferences. redBus’ latest BusTrack report highlights that smaller towns now drive over 60 per cent of bookings, while sleeper and AC buses dominate long-haul travel demand.

Nov 18, 2025 - 15:00
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India’s intercity bus industry grows 25% in H1 FY26, carries 140 mn passengers: redBus BusTrack report
India’s intercity bus sector carried over 140 million passengers between April and September 2025 — a 25 per cent year-on-year rise — driven by expanding route networks, digital ticketing, and growing comfort preferences. redBus’ latest BusTrack report highlights that smaller towns now drive over 60 per cent of bookings, while sleeper and AC buses dominate long-haul travel demand.

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