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Kerala RTC Online Bus Ticket Booking
Kerala RTC (Kerala State Road Transport Corporation) was established in 1965. Kerala RTC has an extensive network of over 6241 buses. Kerala RTC buses operate in all the major routes in several states including Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and among other states in India. Kerala RTC has a very good reputation with its punctuality, staff behaviour and bus interiors hygiene.
Travelers can book Kerala RTC Online ticket booking can be made easily on AbhiBus portal or Mobile App by using online payment (UPI Payments, Credit Cards, Debit Cards or Net banking). Customers can carry the Mobile Ticket (SMS confirmation) that they receive from AbhiBus after booking KeralaRTC bus tickets. Kerala RTC buses operate on all the major routes in numerous states including Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Goa. Kerala KSRTC RTC maintains a good reputation with their punctuality, staff behaviour, and hygiene.
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About Kerala RTC : Kerala State Road Transport Corporation
Owned by: Government of Kerala
Founded: February 20, 1938
Head Office: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Type of Business: Public sector corporation under the Transport Department, Government of Kerala
Managing Director: Biju Prabhakar
Total Number of Routes Served by KeralaRTC: 6,389
Total Number of Kerala Buses: 6,241
Total Number of Routes Covered by KeralaRTC (KSRTC): 770
Type of Buses Offered: Volvo, Super Fast (2+3), Scania Multi-Axle A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2), Fast Passenger (2+3), Super Express (2+2), A/C Seater (2+2), Non A/C Seater (2+2), Mini Buses, Sandeshavahini, Garuda, Super Deluxe Air, Ananthapuri Fast, Sabari.
Book Kerala RTC Bus Tickets on the AbhiBus App
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Kerala RTC Bus Timings on Abhibus
Experience the convenience of travel with Kerala RTC (Kerala State Road Transport Corporation), the largest government-operated public transportation service provider in India. Enjoy a reliable and extensive network of bus services across the state, ensuring a seamless travel experience.
With AbhiBus, accessing Kerala RTC bus timings is easy. Travellers can conveniently check bus routes, Kerala RTC bus timetables, and ticket fares on AbhiBus to ensure they choose the most suitable option for their destination. Kerala RTC is committed to maintaining punctuality in its services, prioritizing timely departures and arrivals. This dedication enhances the overall travel experience, making Kerala RTC a preferred choice for travellers.
For comprehensive information on Kerala RTC bus timings, visit Kerala RTC ticket booking page.
Plan your journey with confidence and enjoy the convenience and efficiency of Kerala RTC bus services. Check all the scheduled Kerala RTC bus timings on AbhiBus for a hassle-free travel experience.
Top Kerala RTC Online Booking Routes | Kerala RTC Bus Ticket Price
Travellers can book Kerala RTC online tickets easily and quickly with AbhiBus. Kerala RTC ( Kerala State Road Transport Corporation) is operating services to a number of bus routes in the state of Kerala and its neighboring states in India. Here are a few top bus routes, Kerala RTC bus ticket price, and bus journey duration details on AbhiBus.
How to Book Kerala RTC Online Tickets on AbhiBus?
Travellers can conveniently book Kerala RTC Online ticket booking on AbhiBus using a variety of online payment methods, including Credit Cards, Debit Cards, UPI, or Net banking. Upon Kerala RTC bus booking, customers will receive a Mobile Ticket via SMS and email confirmation from AbhiBus, which passengers can carry as proof for their Kerala RTC bus journey.
To reserve your Kerala RTC tickets booking online through the AbhiBus portal or Mobile App, just follow these simple steps:Step 1:On this Abhibus Kerala RTC page or Mobile App, enter the origin city, destination, travel date and click on the search button to find the list of services available to your destination.
Step 2: Apply smart filters to get buses as per your preferences and comfort. These filters include preferences for AC, Sleeper, Departure Time, Pricing, Seat Availability, Popularity and more.
Step 3: You will find the Kerala RTC bus services on the top of the list with the number of buses and seats available. Click on the drop-down box and pick the service.
Step 4: Pick the seat of your choice. Choose the boarding point and the dropping point and proceed to payment after filling in your personal details. And, then pick your preferred mode of payment and pay. All payments that you do on the AbhiBus Website or Mobile App are safe and secure.
Kerala RTC Live Tracking
Are you looking for Kerala RTC Bus Live Tracking? You are at the right place to check real-time Kerala RTC bus tracking on AbhiBus. Passengers can use AbhiBus live bus tracking feature to know exactly whereLive Tracking the bus is and when it is estimated to arrive at the bus stop.
AbhiBus Kerala RTC live track tool can help you plan how to reach the boarding point in a few minutes before the bus arrives at your bus stop or boarding point. In this way, you can avoid the waiting time of 30 to 60 minutes at your boarding point. This live bus tracking system is implemented on Kerala RTC buses as per their assigned GPS live tracking technology. Passengers can find updated Kerala RTC bus schedules time, real-time bus arrival information, and bus routes of Kerala RTC information.
Book Kerala RTC Special Bus Services With AbhiBus
Kerala RTC is operating special buses during the festivals or peak season to various places within Kerala for travellers comfort and safe journey. Special buses provided by Kerala RTC will also run from neighboring states such as Telangana, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu to major towns within those states.
Kerala RTC passengers can also book their bus tickets online in advance on special buses. Travellers can book Kerala RTC online bus tickets by using the AbhiBus online ticket booking platform. Passengers can plan for the next bus journey and book Kerala RTC bus tickets online at a discounted price on AbhiBus.
Kerala RTC Bus Types
Kerala RTC KSRTC provides various types of buses to travel any distance within Kerala state as well as its neighbouring states in India. Travelers have various choices to choose the type of Kerala RTC buses online on AbhiBus. All the Kerala RTC buses can be easily booked using the AbhiBus portal or Mobile App. Travelers can choose a bus based on their preferences and affordable budget.
Kerala RTC AC Volvo Bus: These types of buses are made by Volvo, Scania, and Mercedes-Benz. These are semi sleepers with reclining seats, LED TV along with basic amenities like water bottles, face wipes, and blankets.
Kerala RTC Super Deluxe/ Super Fast /Express: The Super Luxury and Deluxe category buses are non-air-conditioned and have 2+2 push back seats. These buses run through major cities. Apart from these popular buses, there are various other buses to select for Kerala RTC online bus ticket booking on AbhiBus.
With AbhiBus, Kerala RTC online booking has become easier now. You can find here different kinds of buses such as:
Amenities Offered by Kerala RTC
Kerala RTC provides the best bus amenities at an affordable bus ticket price. Kerala RTC bus amenities and specific features may vary depending on the type of bus service, bus route or accommodation booked by the passengers. Passengers can check all the amenities offered by respective Kerala RTC buses on AbhiBus.
Here are the general bus amenities offered by Kerala RTC services such as:
Kerala RTC Online Booking
Kerala RTC buses operate round the clock (24/7) on various routes. Kerala RTC top routes include Thiruvananthapuram to Ernakulam, Thiruvananthapuram to Thrissur, Ernakulam to Thiruvananthapuram, Thrissur to Thiruvananthapuram, Chalakudi to Angamaly, Thrissur to Angamaly, Angamaly to Chalakudi, Chalakudi to Thrissur, Angamaly to Thrissur, Thrissur to Chalakudi etc. The Kerala RTC staff are very professional and trained resources to assist customer's queries and concerns related to Kerala RTC bus service enquiries. Kerala RTC buses stop at every village and also accept bus drop requests for the convenience of its passengers.
Kerala RTC bus services offer affordable and comfortable travel options for passengers in Kerala and nearby states in India. Travellers conveniently reserve Kerala RTC bus bookings online or in person at ticket booking counters. However, it's advisable to make your Kerala RTC reservations online in the current circumstances to bypass long lines at Kerala RTC bus booking counters. The Kerala RTC online bus booking service provided by AbhiBus online bus ticketing platform meets this requirement.
Booking Kerala RTC bus tickets online through AbhiBus has become a widely favored method, offering a range of bus options at affordable ticket prices, and travellers can reserve a seat easily for their desired travel destinations. Travellers can book Kerala RTC bus services like Express bus, Pallevelugu bus, Luxury bus, Super luxury bus, Garuda bus, Amaravati Bus, and more! AbhiBus offers various Kerala RTC bus booking discount coupons to customers, allowing them to enjoy reduced Kerala RTC ticket fares and cashback offers, ensuring savings on ticket bookings. So, keep an eye on the AbhiBus ticket booking offers!
AbhiBus has listed all the online reservations of Kerala State Road Transport Corporation bus routes, Kerala RTC bus timings, arrival, departure, and the Kerala RTC bus ticket price. Travellers can find all the available buses on AbhiBus to book Kerala RTC bus tickets online at the lowest price and avail cashback offers on bus ticket bookings.
Kerala RTC Online Ticket Booking: Ease & Convenience
AbhiBus understands the importance of convenience and ease when it comes to reserving your Kerala RTC bus ticket online. That's why AbhiBus has introduced a seamless online bus ticket booking platform. Kerala RTC Corporation is the trusted provider of public transportation services in Kerala, and offers you the option to reserve your bus seats online with AbhiBus.
Kerala RTC (Kerala State Road Transport Corporation) is dedicated to ensuring a hassle-free online booking experience for passengers. With AbhiBus, Travellers have access to a wide selection of Kerala RTC buses. AbhiBus offers various secure online payment methods, including credit cards, debit cards, UPI, internet banking, etc options to book your bus tickets online. This ensures that Kerala RTC online ticket booking is not only quick but also exceptionally convenient.
Popular State Road Bus Operators
Here are some of the most popular state road transportation bus operators that you can find on AbhiBus and directly book RTC bus tickets on AbhiBus.
Popular Private Bus Operators
Here are some of the private bus operators who operate in the Kerala RTC bus routes on AbhiBus. You can directly book bus tickets from the private operators below on AbhiBus.
Kerala RTC Cancellation Charges
When booking a bus ticket with Kerala RTC (Kerala State Road Transport Corporation), it's important to be aware of the Kerala RTC cancellation charges in case your travel plans change. Kerala RTC follows a structured cancellation policy based on the time remaining before the bus's scheduled departure. Here's a quick breakdown of the cancellation charges depending on how early or late you cancel your ticket:
Between 0-1 Hrs of Bus Boarding Time
: 0%
Between 1-24 Hrs of Bus Boarding Time
: 50%
Above 24 Hrs of Bus Boarding Time
: 75%
Kerala RTC Pink Seat Availability for Women
Kerala RTC (Kerala State Road Transport Corporation) is committed to providing a safe and comfortable travel experience for all passengers, with special attention to the needs of women travelers. To promote safety and convenience, Kerala RTC has reserved a portion of seats exclusively for female passengers .
Kerala RTC Pink Seat for Women
In its effort to ensure a secure and comfortable journey for women, Kerala RTC has designated 33% of seating accommodation exclusively for female passengers. In city buses, this allocation is even higher, with 40% of seats in the front rows behind the driver's cabin reserved for women.
How to Book Kerala RTC Pink Seats
When booking bus tickets online through AbhiBus, female passengers can select from the seats marked as reserved for women. These seats are indicated in the seating layout, making it easy to choose a preferred spot. By offering these reserved seats, Kerala RTC aims to enhance the travel experience for women, ensuring they have a safe and comfortable journey.
Kerala RTC News: Latest Updates on Kerala State Road Transport Corporation
- KSRTC Kerala will operate more than 100 special buses from various parts of Kerala to support devotees attending the Kerala Kumbh Mela at Thirunavaya, helping pilgrims reach key temples and festival venues.
- KSRTC has approved 12 new bus services on the Kozhikode–Kuttiady–Mananthavady route to ease travel problems on this long highway path.
- KSRTC Kerala has announced special Christmas and New Year bus services to major cities like Bengaluru and Chennai to handle festive travel demand. Bookings are now open, and additional buses have been arranged to ensure smoother holiday travel.
- KSRTC Kerala has started chain-bus services linking Sathram and Pullumedu for pilgrims traveling to Sabarimala via the forest route, offering 16 trips every day. The fare is just â¹33.
- KSRTC Kerala is collaborating with Kudumbashree to get its buses cleaned daily: each bus will be washed for â¹150 a day, which also supports local employment.
- KSRTC Kerala now allows free bus travel for cancer patients on all its buses for treatment-related journeys, using a special RFID card system.
- KSRTC Kerala has rolled out real-time passenger information systems (with LED displays + audio announcements) on 400 ordinary and 100 super-fast buses to improve commuter experience.
- KSRTC Kerala earned â¹25 lakh from tourism & Onam-week packages, running multiple special tours.
- KSRTC Kerala is introducing AI software to optimize bus schedules and reduce gaps or crowding. Alongside, they will add 340 new buses—ranging from super-deluxe to minibuses—launched August 21 under a â¹108 crore plan.
- The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation has launched a connection bus service for Vande Bharat express train passengers traveling from Tirur railway station to Malappuram.
- Kerala enhances its eco-friendly initiative by introducing 60 new electric buses to the KeralaRTC fleet in the state capital.
- KeralaRTC rolls out 19 special buses connecting Karnataka to Kerala for hassle-free Onam travel.
- The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation is set to launch new hybrid sleeper-cum-seater buses on the Thiruvananthapuram-Kasaragod route.
- The KSRTC, also known as the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, recently introduced a courier and logistics service that guarantees delivery of parcels to any location in Kerala within a span of 16 hours.
- Kerala State Road Transport Corporation has introduced concessional season tickets on the Kasaragod-Mangaluru route.
- On Tuesday, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan flagged off 131 new buses for the SWIFT-super fast services of Kerala State Road Transport Corporation.
- The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation is planning to introduce low-cost feeder services to provide first-mile and last-mile connectivity to passengers.
- The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation has announced more services linking several depots in Kerala with Bengaluru, Chennai, and Mysuru over the forthcoming Christmas-New Year season, which is a huge relief for travellers.
- The Kerala High Court HS asks Kerala State Road Transport Corporation to increase its bus services to Sabarimala in view of the pilgrimage season.
- The Kerala RTC has announced a ‘Wildlife night jungle safari’ through the Wayanad wildlife sanctuary. The safari bus will be operated from the Bathery depot of the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation.
- The Kerala RTC is to operate city shuttle services to Thiruvananthapuram airport terminals.
- Kerala State Road Transport Corporation launches open double-decker city ride bus service.
- Kerala RTC has launched city shuttle service.
- KSRTC Kerala Planning to add 100 new buses to its fleet.
- KeralaRTC Kollur services: The Kollur services restarted from Thiruvananthapuram Central depot on December 3rd.
- The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation also operated buses to destination in Coimbatore.
- The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KeralaRTC) will planning to launch the ‘Stay Safe’ project for women with an goal to provide safe accommodation to woman passengers in the state.
- The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation is planning to operate approx eight air-conditioned sleeper buses of Volvo that conform to Euro-VI emission norms
- Last Updated : 20 March 2026
Kerala RTC Major Boarding Points in Ernakulam
Kerala RTC Major Boarding Points in Thrissur
Kerala RTC Major Boarding Points in Palakkad
Kerala RTC Major Boarding Points in Alapuzha
Kerala RTC Major Boarding Points in Kozhikode
Kerala RTC Major Boarding Points in Kollam
Kerala RTC Major Boarding Points in Kottayam
Kerala RTC Major Boarding Points in Sulthan Bathery
Kerala RTC Major Boarding Points in Thiruvananthapuram
Kerala RTC Major Dropping Points in Ernakulam
Kerala RTC Major Dropping Points in Thrissur
Kerala RTC Major Dropping Points in Palakkad
Kerala RTC Major Dropping Points in Alapuzha
Kerala RTC Major Dropping Points in Kozhikode
Kerala RTC Major Dropping Points in Kollam
Kerala RTC Major Dropping Points in Kottayam
Kerala RTC Major Dropping Points in Sulthan Bathery
Kerala RTC Major Dropping Points in Thiruvananthapuram
Kerala RTC Bus Booking FAQ’s
How Many Buses Does Kerala RTC Have?
Kerala RTC operates around 5662 buses operating across 32 depots and run average 1.4 lacks Kilometers
What type of buses Kerala RTC has?
Kerala RTC has different types of buses including Ordinary, Ordinary Deluxe, Volvo, Multi Axle Volvo, Garuda Maharaja bus, Garuda King bus, Garuda Sanchari, Super Deluxe Air Bus, Minnal, Sabari Air Bus, Super Express Air Bus, Super Fast Passenger (SFP), Fast Passenger (FP), Limited Stop Fast Passenger (LSFP), Rajadhani/ Point to Point, Town to Town, Ananthapuri Fast/ City Fast, Limited Stop Ordinary, Malabar/ Venad/Thiru Kochi, AC Low Floor Bus, Double Decker Buses, Articulated Buses, Non AC Low Floor/Semi Low Floor Bus
How to book Kerala RTC bus tickets on AbhiBus?
Visit the AbhiBus Home Page. Enter your travel route details in the Leaving from city and Going to destination travel date.Click on the u201cSearchu201d button to find the list of Kerala RTC (KSRTC) bus services available to your destination. You will find the Kerala RTC bus services on the top of the list with the number of buses and select your preferred seat from all the available seat options. Click on the drop-down box and pick the service. Pick the seat of your choice. Choose the boarding point and the dropping point.Enter your Promo/Offer Code that you have before proceeding to the online payment section. Proceed to payment after filling in your personal details. And, then pick your preferred mode of payment and pay.
How to check if my Kerala RTC luxury bus has WiFi and other amenities?
Most of the Kerala RTC buses do not provide WIFI, it depends on the bus operator you selected when booking the bus. The basic bus amenities are provided by all Kerala RTC buses, especially super luxury AC buses including water bottles, a charging point, CCTV cameras, blankets, a pillow, and live tracking facility
Can we track Kerala RTC buses?
Yes, you can track your bus using the live tracking feature in AbhiBus. Most of the Kerala Road Transport Corporation (Kerala RTC) passenger buses are now equipped with GPS systems, allowing passengers to track the location of their bus in real-time so they can reach their boarding point before it leaves.
Can I travel from Thrissur to Ernakulam via Kerala RTC ?
Yes, you can travel to Ernakulam from Thrissur via Kerala RTC buses. You can check for bus timings and availability on the AbhiBus app/website.
How many Kerala RTC buses are currently operating after lockdown?
Currently, Kerala Road Transport Corporation(Kerala RTC) is transporting 5662 buses on a daily basis since the lockdown period started.
I want to cancel my Kerala RTC ticket. What is the process of receiving the refund?
Cancellation is simple and can be done with a click on your end. You will receive a message from us confirming your ticket cancellation, post which the refund will be made to your original payment account from which you had initially paid during the time of booking.
What is the safest mode to pay for Kerala RTC bus tickets on AbhiBus?
All payments done on the AbhiBus Website or Mobile App are safe and secure, user details like credit card information and CVV code (generated during checkout) is encrypted and secure from unauthorized use. You can select to pay for your bus ticket via credit card, debit card, wallet balance, or internet banking.
If I want to travel to a new destination and I donu2019t know the correct spelling of the dropping destination. Do I find the information on Kerala RTC bus enquiry?
It is simpler for you to book your bus tickets online! Instead of finding an enquiry section that might not even be there, For your bus trip, the easiest way to book tickets is to type the first two digits of your boarding place and the first two digits of your destination in the given search boxes. A series of prompts on the screen will show you all possible match results for your search query.
I want to travel from Ernakulam to Thiruvananthapuram. How can I check the Kerala RTC bus timings of this route?
It is a simpler way to check Kerala RTC bus timings online, all you need to do is open AbhiBus website/App book your ticket online with just 2 clicks! You can search the city as source Thiruvananthapuram and Ernakulam as destination and select the date of your journey, then click the search button. You will get Kerala RTC bus inventory, in which you can check the bus departure and arrival times with price.
Do Kerala RTC bus services provide pilgrimage destinations of India?
The Kerala RTC provides buses to various pilgrimage sites in Kerala including Kottayam, Thrissur, Sabarimala, Pathanamthitta, Anantha Padmanabha Temple (Near Trivandrum), Kottayam, Guruvayoor, Kannur, etc. To get these pilgrimage bus tickets you can use the Kerala RTC online bus booking across all of India right at your fingertips
What is the shortest route & the longest route of Kerala RTC buses?
The shortest route from Thrissur to Ernakulam is a distance of 76 km, while the longest route to Munnar to Ernakulam is 130 km.
What are the popular bus routes of Kerala RTC?
Some of the most popular bus routes operated by Kerala RTC are Thrissur to Ernakulam bus, Trivandrum to Mangalore, Ernakulam to Bangalore bus,Ernakulam to Palakkad bus, Trivandrum to Bangalore bus, and more. Kerala RTC also operates buses to states like Karnataka, Maharashtra etc
How to reach Bangalore to Mysore?
The cheapest way to reach Mysore from Bangalore is by bus. There are 7 buses that run from Bangalore to Mysore operated by Kerala RTC. The bus fare for an Kerala RTC bus from Bangalore to Mysore is around Rs 86 and the Bangalore to Mysore distance by bus is completed in about 3 hours
I want to travel to Alappuzha from Ernakulam? Are there any Kerala RTC buses available
Kerala RTC operates 80 buses from Ernakulam to Alappuzha and the bus fare for Kerala RTC buses ranges from Rs 43 to Rs 50. The first bus to leave Alappuzha for Ernakulam departs at 12.15 am and the last bus from Ernakulam to Alappuzha leaves at 11-55 pm.
What is the cancellation policy of Kerala RTC Bus Booking?
If a passenger cancels a ticket before 24 hours, 5 percent of the base fare will be charged. If a ticket is canceled an hour before its scheduled departure, 20 percent of the fare will be charged. In the case of cancellation by 30 minutes, 100 percent of the fare would be lost.
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