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Delhi-Bihar Bus Fares Spike Amid Diwali and Chhath Travel Rush
✍️ Business Standard
🗓 24 Oct 2026, 09:38 AM
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Bus fares on the Delhi-Bihar route have surged due to a sharp increase in travel demand driven by the upcoming Diwali and Chhath Puja festivals.
Bus operators on the Delhi-Bihar route have reported a significant surge in fares as the festive season approaches. The price hike is directly attributed to the intense travel demand generated by millions of people planning to return home for Diwali and Chhath Puja.
With the two major festivals occurring in close succession, the volume of passengers traveling between the national capital and Bihar has reached peak levels. Operators have cited this unprecedented demand as the primary reason for adjusting ticket prices upwards to manage the high volume of bookings.
The increase in fares has been observed across various bus services connecting the two regions. While the exact magnitude of the price rise varies by operator, the general trend indicates a substantial jump from regular off-season rates.
Travelers are advised to book their tickets in advance to secure seats, as the combination of Diwali and Chhath has created a massive exodus of people heading towards their hometowns in Bihar.
With the two major festivals occurring in close succession, the volume of passengers traveling between the national capital and Bihar has reached peak levels. Operators have cited this unprecedented demand as the primary reason for adjusting ticket prices upwards to manage the high volume of bookings.
The increase in fares has been observed across various bus services connecting the two regions. While the exact magnitude of the price rise varies by operator, the general trend indicates a substantial jump from regular off-season rates.
Travelers are advised to book their tickets in advance to secure seats, as the combination of Diwali and Chhath has created a massive exodus of people heading towards their hometowns in Bihar.