Local Transportation in Jammu

The local transport needs of Jammu are fulfilled by the minibuses that ply around the city connecting all the nooks and corners. These buses are called Matadors locally. One can use these buses to see all the nearby attractions if traveling on tight budget. The buses in Jammu are operated by J&K SRTC. The tourist information center in the bus station will provide you the details about the cost of the bus tickets and places to visit. However, there are other options like hiring local taxis and cars. They are chauffeur driver and could be booked online in advance. If you want them to pick you up from the railway station or airport prior booking is essential. Jeeps are also hired for traveling in rugged terrain in the outskirts of the city.

The other choices of local transportation in Jammu are auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws. The auto rickshaws are affordable when compared with taxis. For traveling short distances, the cycle rickshaws would be a best option.