Cleartrip launches bus services in over 90 cities
Ahead of the upcoming summer holidays, Cleartrip, an online travel agent owned by Flipkart, has announced the launch of bus services to ensure greater travel connectivity. According to a press statement, currently, Cleartrip has an inventory of over 1 million bus connections and plans to build the largest bus network in India. The company has partnered with multiple State Road Transport Corporations and private bus operators nationwide, says the statement.
The new bus booking business will address critical user needs through unmatched flexibility and transparency. The company says that some of the key features include a 24×7 voice helpline, no hidden costs, quick refunds, and easy cancellation. As part of the launch offer, users can enjoy benefits like ‘zero convenience fee’ and a flat 10 pc off on all bus bookings until March 31.
The statement adds that as a bonus, the company has also unveiled India’s largest summer travel sale, #NationOnVacation. Packed with industry-first offerings on hotels, flights, and buses, this first edition of Cleartrip’s marquee IP, which will be an annual affair, promises to make travel affordable like never before.
“Every decision we make at Cleartrip is to empower our users with choice, clarity and control and the launch of buses is no different. This new endeavour will help strengthen our position as a trusted and integrated travel partner, deepen our customer engagement, and simplify travel,” says Prahlad Krishnamurti, Chief Business Officer, Cleartrip.
“Summer holidays hold a special reverence across age groups and geographies. With the launch of #NationOnVacation, we want to celebrate India’s love for summer and travel. With these deals, travellers can plan without last-minute hassles, take advantage of the best prices, and enjoy a superior travel experience,” Krishnamurti adds.
The company says that starting on March 22, #NationOnVacation is a 9-day travel extravaganza with domestic and international flights beginning at INR 999 and INR 4999 and specifically curated offers for popular tourist destinations.
The company says that it has partnered with over 40 airlines and over 80,000 domestic and over 400,000 international hotels to ensure the biggest collection of options for users.
The company says that it will continue to invest in industry-first and customer-centric propositions during the course of the year to make travel accessible to a larger demographic.