The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) has allocated 440 special bus services to Visakhapatnam as part of its plan to operate 5,261 special services for Dasara 2026. The services will run from October 16 to 25, with additional buses arranged according to passenger demand. The plan covers festival travel and return journeys across Andhra Pradesh and major cities.
440 Dasara Special Buses Allocated to Vizag
Visakhapatnam, October 9, 2026: The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) has allocated 440 special bus services to Visakhapatnam to help manage the expected passenger rush during the Dasara festival.
The allocation is part of APSRTC’s statewide plan to operate 5,261 special bus services from October 16 to 25, 2026. The additional services are intended to help people travel to their hometowns and other destinations before the festival and return after the celebrations.
When Will APSRTC Run Dasara Special Buses?
APSRTC has divided the special services into two phases:
October 16–19: 3,207 services for travel before and during the main festival period.
October 20–25: 2,054 services to support return journeys after Dasara.
The corporation has said that services may be adjusted according to passenger demand, with additional buses arranged where necessary.
How Many Special Buses Are Allocated to Vizag?
Visakhapatnam has been allocated 440 special services in APSRTC’s destination-wise distribution.
Other major destination allocations include:
Hyderabad: 1,186 services
Vijayawada: 1,053 services
Bengaluru: 475 services
Rajahmundry: 347 services
Tirupati: 247 services
Chennai: 153 services
Another 1,360 services have been allocated to other destinations.
The destination-wise allocation is separate from the district-wise distribution of buses across APSRTC’s operational areas.
Bus Services to Be Adjusted Based on Demand
APSRTC officials said the number of services may be adjusted depending on passenger demand during the festive period. The arrangements are intended to help passengers travel more conveniently during one of the busiest holiday periods of the year.
Passengers travelling from or to Visakhapatnam should check the latest schedules and seat availability before departure, particularly for journeys around the main Dasara dates.
How to Book APSRTC Dasara Special Bus Tickets
Passengers can check available services and make reservations through the official APSRTC website:
Travellers are advised to confirm their departure point, destination, journey date and boarding time when booking.
The special bus programme will run through October 25, covering both pre-festival travel and post-festival return journeys.
FAQs
1. How many special buses are allocated to Visakhapatnam for Dasara 2026?
APSRTC has allocated 440 special services to Visakhapatnam in its destination-wise plan.
2. What are the dates for APSRTC Dasara special buses?
The special services are scheduled from October 16 to October 25, 2026.
3. How many special bus services will APSRTC operate in total?
APSRTC plans to operate 5,261 special services across its network.
4. How can passengers book Dasara special bus tickets?
Passengers can check schedules and book tickets through the official APSRTC website at https://www.apsrtconline.in/.
5. Will APSRTC add more buses if passenger demand increases?
Officials have said that services may be adjusted according to passenger demand.