The Transport Corporation (Roadways) on Monday launched its Gorakhpur Link Express non-stop bus service, offering a faster connection between Gorakhpur and Lucknow. The service operates via Sikriganj, Akbarpur, and Sultanpur, completing the journey in five hours.
The bus departs Gorakhpur at 9:00 AM and reaches Alambagh at 2:00 PM, while the return trip leaves Alambagh at 5:00 PM and arrives in Gorakhpur at 10:00 PM. The fare has been fixed at Rs 489 to Alambagh and Rs 454 to Awadh Bus Station. En route, the bus will halt only once, at Nausadh for five minutes.
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According to Mahesh Chandra, Assistant Regional Manager, Gorakhpur Depot, the first day saw 44 passengers, of whom 41 were travelling directly to Lucknow, reflecting strong passenger interest.
Officials said the new route via the Link Expressway reduces travel time by two hours compared to the traditional Basti-Ayodhya route, where buses take up to seven hours due to multiple stops. Although the distance via the Link Expressway is 40 km longer, the absence of intermediate halts ensures faster travel. The fare is Rs 42 higher than the standard route.
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The corporation has completed all preparations for the service, and officials say that additional standard and AC buses may be introduced if demand grows.
Regional Manager Luv Kumar Singh said the new service will significantly improve travel convenience for passengers commuting between Gorakhpur and Lucknow.