FlixBus Launches Services in South India

FlixBus, a Bavaria-based company known for its eco-friendly transportation solutions, inaugurated its bus services in South India on September 3, 2024. This initiative marks the company’s expansion into the southern region of India, where it aims to enhance intercity travel.

The initial phase will involve six bus routes connecting Bengaluru with major cities such as Chennai and Hyderabad, set to commence operations on September 10. With this launch, FlixBus will operate in 33 cities throughout South India and will have extended its network to include 101 cities nationwide.

Daniel Krauss, Co-founder of FlixBus, expressed optimism about the potential of the southern market and emphasized the importance of a technology-driven approach to travel. Surya Khurana, Managing Director of FlixBus India, highlighted that this expansion not only represents new travel routes but also empowers local operators through the use of FlixBus’s digital platform.

During the inauguration, M.B. Patil, the Karnataka Minister for Commerce and Industries, noted that FlixBus would cater to the long-distance mobility requirements of the people in the region. He welcomed their investment as a significant contribution to sustainable transport solutions in Karnataka.

The newly launched services will initially connect Bengaluru to destinations including Belagavi, Coimbatore, Madurai, and Vijayawada, with plans for further expansions in the future. In order to encourage initial ridership, FlixBus is offering limited-period fares starting at Rs 99 until September 15 for travels scheduled between September 10 and October 6.

FlixBus has partnered with six local travel operators to deliver these services. The buses, designed by Prakash Coach Builders Private Limited and Ashok Leyland, feature advanced safety equipment and are equipped with BS6 engines to meet environmental standards.