Prayagraj Roadways Extra Buses 2026: Relief for passengers on Diwali and Chhath, 148 extra buses will run daily

Prayagraj Roadways Extra Buses 2026: A relief announcement for travelers heading home during Diwali and Chhath festivals

The Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) has made special preparations in view of the surge in passenger crowds during the festivals. From 6 November to 17 November, 148 additional buses will run daily on various routes in the Prayagraj region. This arrangement aims to provide timely buses to passengers and control the crowding that occurs during the festivals.

U.P. Roadways’ regional manager for Prayagraj, Ravindr Kumar Singh, provided details on the operation of the extra buses. He noted that additional trips will be scheduled on different routes with consideration for passengers traveling to major cities and religious sites.

Prayagraj Roadways Extra Buses 2026: Special Bus Service from 6 to 17 November

During Diwali and Chhath, a large number of people travel by bus to reach their homes and families. Passenger numbers at railway stations and bus terminals rise significantly during the festivals. Accordingly, extra buses have been arranged in the Prayagraj region.

As per the plan, from 6 November to 17 November, 148 additional bus trips will be run daily on various major routes. This will prevent passengers from having to wait for long periods for buses.

Roadways officials say that bus availability will be increased for major cities such as Varanasi, Lucknow, Ayodhya, and Kanpur. Bus operations will be organized according to passenger numbers and needs.

Bus Every 10 Minutes on Prayagraj‑Lucknow Route

Special arrangements have been made for passengers traveling from Prayagraj to Lucknow. On this route, 34 additional bus trips will be scheduled. According to officials, buses will be available to passengers approximately every 10 minutes.

During Diwali and Chhath, a large number of people travel between Lucknow and Prayagraj for employment, education, and family reasons. In this context, the extra buses are expected to provide convenience to passengers.

Prayagraj Roadways Extra Buses 2026: Bus Frequency to Increase on Ayodhya and Kanpur Routes

Extra buses have also been arranged for passengers traveling from Prayagraj to Ayodhya. On this route, 20 additional trips will be run. According to officials, an effort will be made to provide a bus to passengers approximately every 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, 24 additional bus trips will run on the Prayagraj‑Kanpur route. On this route, a bus will be made available approximately every 20 minutes.

During the festivals, the number of passengers traveling towards Ayodhya and Kanpur is likely to increase. Extra buses can help reduce the pressure on regular services.

Bus Every 5 Minutes on Prayagraj‑Varanasi Route

Roadways has also made special arrangements for passengers heading to Varanasi. On the Prayagraj‑Varanasi route, 24 additional bus trips will be operated. According to the regional manager, on this route approximately every five…