A Reddit post comparing auto services in Hyderabad and Bengaluru has gone viral, fuelling a fresh debate about city transport standards. The post, shared by a frustrated Bengaluru commuter, praised Hyderabad for its polite, hassle-free service — and didn’t hold back about Bengaluru’s flaws.
Hyderabad VS Bengaluru Transport: Redditor’s Honest Review Sparks Buzz
Bengaluru, We Need to Talk About Our Cab & Auto Situation (My Eye-Opening Trip to Hyderabad)
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The post was shared on the popular subreddit r/bengaluru_speaks. Titled “Bengaluru, We Need to Talk About Our Cab & Auto Situation”, it described a recent experience the user had in Hyderabad.
The Redditor wrote about being pleasantly surprised by Hyderabad’s auto drivers, as reported by Dailyhunt. There was no bargaining, the vehicle had AC, and the driver was courteous. This, they said, was in sharp contrast to their daily struggle in Bengaluru.
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The post read, “Took an auto in Hyderabad. AC, no bargaining, and polite. Auto drivers in Bengaluru, learn something.”
It didn’t take long for others to chime in. Many users shared similar experiences, praising Hyderabad and voicing frustrations about Bengaluru’s unreliable, often unpleasant auto and cab services.
Bengaluru’s Ongoing Transport Troubles
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Bengaluru, despite its tech-driven reputation, faces long-standing commuter challenges. Autos frequently cancel rides, refuse to use meters, or demand extra money upfront.
Cab aggregators also draw criticism, with surge pricing and unprofessional driver behaviour becoming increasingly common. Despite multiple app-based solutions and awareness drives, the situation seems unchanged.
In the Hyderabad vs Bengaluru transport discussion, many now see Hyderabad as the more commuter-friendly city. The ease of getting a clean, reliable auto ride there seems almost aspirational to Bengaluru residents.
Reddit Responds: “Hyderabad is Just Better at This”
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The comments section was filled with agreement and empathy. Some Redditors shared how Hyderabad’s overall transport culture feels more respectful and orderly.
Others called out the lack of enforcement in Bengaluru, pointing to unchecked driver behaviour and minimal accountability.
One user remarked, “Hyderabad feels like how Bengaluru was supposed to be — functional, friendly, and not a fight every day.”
The Hyderabad vs Bengaluru transport debate continues to trend across social platforms. For many, it’s not just about city pride — it’s about the daily struggle for respectful and reliable commutes.
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