What are the new KSRTC bus services to Kerala called?
The new KSRTC multi-axle sleeper AC buses to Kerala are called Ambari.
What are the different types of Ambari buses on the Karnataka-Kerala route?
- Ambari Utsav Class: Operates on the Bengaluru – Ernakulam route.
- Ambari Dream Class: Operates on the Bengaluru – Kottayam and Bengaluru – Alappuzha routes.
What is the difference between a sleeper and a semi-sleeper bus?
- Sleeper buses: Offer berths that recline almost flat, allowing passengers to sleep comfortably in a lying position. (This is what the Ambari buses are).
- Semi-sleeper buses: Seats recline to a lesser angle than sleeper berths, providing a more upright sleeping position. The older KSRTC Airavat Club Class buses being replaced were semi-sleeper.
When will the Ambari buses start operating?
The launch of the Ambari buses is expected within a month (from today, May 30, 2024).
How can I book tickets for the Ambari bus?
- You can check the official KSRTC website https://www.ksrtc.in/ for booking information once the routes and schedules are officially announced.
- AbhiBus, a third-party vendor selling KSRTC tickets, might also offer bookings for the Ambari buses soon.
What cities will the Ambari buses connect between Karnataka and Kerala?
The exact routes haven’t been officially announced yet, but possible destinations could include:
- Karnataka: Bengaluru, Mysore, Mangalore
- Kerala: Kannur, Kozhikode, Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram
