City in Gujarat, India
Getting around Ahmedabad
How to get around Ahmedabad
Auto rickshaws and app rides cover most trips; Ahmedabad Metro and the Janmarg BRT help on main corridors. The Old City is best on foot.
Ways to get around Ahmedabad
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Auto rickshaw | About 20–30 INR per km | Rarely metered; use Uber or Rapido autos for fixed prices |
| Ahmedabad Metro | 5–25 INR | Four lines; Kalupur station serves the railway station and Old City |
| Janmarg BRT bus | 5–25 INR | Dedicated lanes; cheap on main corridors |
| Uber / Rapido | About 100–200 INR for 5 km | Autos and cabs available at most hours |
Ride-hailing apps in Ahmedabad
A 5 km ride costs about ₹100–200 ($1.0–2.1).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Reliable cabs and auto rides |
| Rapido | Cheap bike taxis and autos |
| Ola | Operates with fewer drivers |
- Insist on the meter or use apps; rickshaws near stations quote double. Heritage Walk by the municipal corporation is a good Old City start.
Arriving in Ahmedabad
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International (AMD)
About 8–10 km north-east of center; Uber or taxi 300–500 INR, 25–40 min.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rental scooters exist but traffic is wild; most visitors use autos and app rides.
- Driving: on the left. IDP plus home licence required; scooters are rented in Goa and the Himalaya; most visitors hire a car with driver.
- Onward travel in India: Trains link most cities: book up to 60 days ahead on IRCTC or use the foreign tourist quota at big stations. Cheap domestic flights and sleeper buses fill gaps.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Ahmedabad?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, Rapido, Ola.
What's the best way to get around Ahmedabad?
Auto rickshaws and app rides cover most trips; Ahmedabad Metro and the Janmarg BRT help on main corridors. The Old City is best on foot.
How do I get from the airport to Ahmedabad?
About 8–10 km north-east of center; Uber or taxi 300–500 INR, 25–40 min.
Is Ahmedabad walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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