The Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) has introduced a new air-conditioned Volvo luxury bus service, connecting Vadodara directly to the pilgrim town of Nathdwara Shrinathji in Rajasthan. This GSRTC bus service aims to enhance travel convenience for devotees and tourists.
Service Details
- Launch Date: The service is set to commence from Monday.
- Inauguration: Minister of State for Transport, Harsh Sanghavi, announced the launch.
- Fare: Rs. 927 per seat.
Bus Schedule
- Departure from Vadodara:
- Time: 5:30 AM daily
- Stops: Ahmedabad, Himmatnagar, Shamlaji, Kherwada, Udaipur
- Arrival at Nathdwara: Late afternoon, before Utthapan darshan and Bhog aarti.
- Return from Nathdwara:
- Time: 5:30 PM daily
- Arrival back at Vadodara: 12:00 midnight
Booking Information
- Online Booking: Not yet available on the GSRTC website as of Sunday noon.
Additional Announcements
During the inauguration of the Raj Palace stay facility and Sarvottam banquet hall at Vrajdham Adhyatmik Sankul, developed by Vallabh Foundation Trust, Minister Harsh Sanghavi highlighted the introduction of this daily AC bus service.
Current Services
- Existing Bus Service:
- Departure from Vadodara: 6:00 AM daily
- Arrival at Nathdwara: 4:00 PM
- Fare: Rs. 374 per seat.
- Evening Service:
- Departure from Vadodara: 7:00 PM daily
- Originates from: Surat
This new service by GSRTC is expected to provide a comfortable and efficient travel option for passengers, enhancing their pilgrimage experience.
Source : deshgujarat
