February 7th, 2025
Hyderabad-Vijayawada Route Marks Historic Green Initiative
FlixBus India is revolutionizing interstate travel by introducing the country’s first electric bus service between Hyderabad and Vijayawada. In partnership with ETO Motors, this groundbreaking initiative marks a significant milestone in India’s sustainable transportation journey.
Launch Details and Implementation
The historic flag-off ceremony at ITC Kakatiya, Hyderabad, saw Telangana Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar inaugurating the service, joined by German Embassy Counsellor Alexander Reck and FlixBus India Managing Director Surya Khurana.
Service Rollout Plan
- Initial fleet of four electric buses
- Operations beginning late February 2025
- Two-week preliminary testing phase
- 12-week performance evaluation period
Advanced Technology Integration
Safety Features
- Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
- Real-time GPS tracking
- Dashboard cameras for monitoring
- Enhanced passenger safety systems
Charging Infrastructure
- Thunder Plus 240 KW fast chargers
- Strategic depot placement
- Optimized charging schedule
- Backup power solutions
FlixBus India’s Growth Trajectory
First Year Achievements
- Connected 200+ cities nationwide
- Established 400+ routes in South India
- Created 500+ connections in North India
- Achieved sixfold increase in monthly ridership
Popular Routes
- Bangalore-Hyderabad corridor
- Chennai-Madurai connection
- Delhi-Lucknow service
Business Model and Partnerships
Operator Collaboration
- Integration with small and medium bus operators
- Advanced technology tool provision
- Revenue management systems
- Network planning assistance
Environmental Impact and Future Plans
Sustainability Goals
- Part of Flix’s global carbon neutrality mission
- European carbon neutrality by 2040
- Global carbon neutrality by 2050
- Present in 40+ countries
Service Evaluation Metrics
- Battery performance monitoring
- Passenger booking pattern analysis
- Route optimization studies
- Service efficiency assessment
Looking Ahead
This pioneering service represents more than just a new route; it’s a template for sustainable interstate travel in India. The success of this initiative could catalyze similar services across the country, marking a significant step toward greener public transportation.
The combination of FlixBus’s operational expertise, ETO Motors’ manufacturing capabilities, and Thunder Plus’s charging infrastructure creates a robust ecosystem for electric interstate travel, setting new standards for sustainable mobility in India.
