Taking intercity cabs for trips has become increasingly popular in recent years. Whether it’s for business or leisure, this mode of transportation provides numerous benefits. Uber India releases its annual travel index, ‘Riding with Intercity’ which summarises significant developments in how Indians make the most of their weekends by booking lots of travel.
With Intercity Cabs, Where Do We Love To Travel?
Intercity cabs offer flexibility and freedom that other forms of transportation cannot match. In addition to convenience and flexibility, they also provide a comfortable and stress-free travel experience. According to the report, most intercity journeys were scheduled for Saturdays, with Sundays and Fridays following closely behind. This indicated a distinct trend emphasising weekend out-of-town travel.
The number of intercity journeys booked on the Uber platform reached an all-time high in 2023. This is driven by a notable increase in both religious and leisure travel as well as a notable improvement. Over the past few years, India’s national and state highway networks have expanded at a rapid pace. This greatly cuts travel times and improves the comfort of road trips. These elements have led to a trend in which more individuals are choosing to travel longer distances by car.
Here are the top 3 Intercity Routes in India:
- Mumbai – Pune
- Delhi – Agra
- Bangalore – Kolar
Moreover, riders from Delhi most frequently visit the historical architecture destinations of Agra and Jaipur, while riders from Mumbai enjoy escaping the city by travelling to Pune and the wine country of Nashik. Mysore and Nandi Hills were selected by Bangalore residents as their preferred vacation destinations.
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When Do We Love To Travel?
Intercity cabs offer a cost-effective alternative to other forms of transportation. The popularity of intercity cabs for trips continues to grow. There is a growing popularity and a five-fold increase in the number of Intercity rides that were booked in advance in 2023. Since they could take Uber with them, users preferred the round-trip option for their leisure travel and visits to places of worship, whereas one-way travellers were more likely to arrange excursions to see their family because they could choose when to return. Moreover, users preferred the round-trip option for their leisure travel and visits to places of worship.
The top five months in 2023 with the most intercity travel scheduled on weekends
- July
- September
- October
- November
- December
Whether travelling for business or pleasure, more and more people are opting to leave the stress of driving behind and enjoy the benefits of a relaxing cab ride to their destination.
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