Transport in Srinagar

Srinagar is a paradise on earth and is the summer capital of the beautiful state of Jammu and Kashmir. The importance of tourism is huge in Srinagar, therefore, there are a lot of options of travel and transport when it comes to mode of communication in Srinagar. The city of Srinagar is very well connected with the other parts of India and one can get a number of options for local travel within Srinagar. There are a number of travel agents and a lot of service providers when it comes to transport in Srinagar. There are a number of buses, taxis, auto rickshaws and other means of transport available in Srinagar that can help a visitor to ply between different places of his or her choice.

Taxi Services in Srinagar

There are a number of service providers when it comes to availability of taxis. There are private and government owned taxis as well. Taxis are one of the vital means of transport in Srinagar and you can hire a innova, tavera, xylo or any other big car for long distance travel from Srinagar. Smaller cars like indica etc. are also available for local sightseeing and shopping.

For long distance travels from Srinagar the charges will range to around 2500 INR to 3000 INR depending on the distance of travel. For local travel the taxis change around 500 INR to 700 INR depending on the duration and distance of travel. Dharma Tours and Travels, Kashmir Fiza Travels, Epitome Travels, Reliance Tours and Travels and many other taxi providers operate in the city of Srinagar.

Bus Services in Srinagar

Another important means of transport that serves as a lifeline of commute for many are the buses in Srinagar. There are all types of buses that ply in Srinagar. There are AC and Non Ac buses. The Volvo buses are also present in Srinagar for long distance travel and for local travel as well. There are a number of mini buses as well that are very convenient for local travel.

Buses are a major source of public transport and they operate between 4 am to 8 pm in the city of Srinagar. JKSRTC also plies a number of buses for travel to the neighboring areas and  for travel within the city. The fares of these buses are very reasonable. There are a number of private service providers who ply their buses to and from Srinagar. Oscar Tours and Travels, Blue Hills Tours and Travels, Khan Tours and Travels and many other provide buses in Srinagar that can be used for transportation.

Air Travel in Srinagar

The airport is at a distance of 12 kilometers from the main city of Srinagar. There are a number of taxis that can help you reach the city from the airport and the charge would be around 500 INR. A visitor can hire a private owned or a government taxi. All important airlines like Spicejet, Jet Airways, Indian Airlines and many others have flights operating between Srinagar and Delhi and between Srinagar and Jammu. Travels agents like Shiraz Travels, Maa Sharda Tours and Travels, Ahlan India Travels and many others can help you book your tickets to Srinagar.

Other Modes of Transport in Srinagar

Some of the other economical means of transport in Srinagar are the auto rickshaws and the shikaras. For short distance travel the auto rickshaws are the best option. With effective negotiation and bargaining skills you can travel for short distances very conveniently by means of the auto rickshaws. The general fare for auto rickshaws should be less than 100 INR within Srinagar.

The "Shikaras" are an epitome of romance and is the best means of transport to explore the old Srinagar. This means of transport is used frequently and largely by the locals for their daily travels. The government provides a rate card for the charges of Shikara as per the distance traveled. Also, Dal Lake is the appropriate to explore the mystique beauty of a Shikara and you can travel and explore the beautiful locales around.

To conclude, there is no dearth of options in Srinagar as far as transportation and commutation is concerned. So plan a visit to Srinagar and enjoy the beautiful city by traveling in the various modes of transport mentioned above.

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