Transfer Options from Hyderabad Airport to the City

Hyderabad is famously known as The City of Pearls and is located in the Telangana state of India. Be sure to visit the city’s most famous landmark, the stunning Charminar mosque, and walk around the many exciting bazaars and markets.

When it comes to travelling from Hyderabad airport to the city, you have two options; taxi or bus. Taking a Hyderabad airport taxi is the quickest and most convenient way to travel, as you will reach your hotel in the city centre in just 40 minutes, and the cost is a very affordable €12 (INR 950). Taking the TSRTC bus, on the other hand, will take at least 70 minutes to get from Hyderabad airport to Hyderabad city, but costs just €4 (INR 300) one-way.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€12	40min	24/7
Bus	€8	70min	00:35–23:35

How to get from Hyderabad Airport to the City by Taxi

Taxis are available 24/7 outside of Hyderabad airport and take just 40 minutes to reach the city centre. The average cost for an HYD taxi from Hyderabad airport to the city centre is €12 (INR 950).

How much is a taxi from Hyderabad Airport to Hyderabad?

There are two types of taxis available at the airport; radio taxis and pre-paid taxis. Radio taxis will use a taximeter to calculate the cost of your journey from Hyderabad airport to the city, while the pre-paid taxis offer set rate fares. The exact cost of your taxi will depend on your destination in the city centre and the type of taxi you choose to take but will be around €12 (INR 950).

Cost

€12 (INR 950)

Trip Duration

40 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 from right outside the Hyderabad Airport terminal.

Where do I find a taxi at Hyderabad Airport?

Both types of taxis are readily available from just outside of the arrivals hall at Hyderabad airport. If you have pre-paid for your taxi, be sure to only use the specific pre-paid taxis to avoid being charged twice.

Convenience

Taking a taxi from Hyderabad airport to the city centre is a quick, easy and stress-free way to travel. You won’t have to wait for your transport or figure out a way to get from the central bus station to your hotel. Instead, you can enjoy a door-to-door service in just 40 minutes.

Editor’s Note

If you wish to use a pre-paid taxi, you will need to purchase your ticket from the designated kiosks in the airport before entering your taxi.

Useful Tips

If you pre-pay for a taxi, be sure to keep your receipt as proof of payment to show your driver.

If you're having trouble communicating with your driver, you can show them your exact destination on Google Maps.

To tip your taxi driver, you can round your fare up.

How to get from Hyderabad Airport to the City by Bus

The TSRTC bus runs from Hyderabad airport to the city centre every day from 00:35 to 23:35. The average journey time on the bus is around 70 minutes and the approximate cost of a one-way ticket is €4 (INR 300).

How much is the bus from Hyderabad Airport to Hyderabad City?

The average price for a one-way bus ticket from Hyderabad airport to the city centre is €4 (INR 300). However, this price can change depending on how far in advance you book your ticket and what time of the day you’re travelling.

Cost

€4 (INR 300)

Trip Duration

70 Min.

*There's a waiting time of up to 1 hour for the TSRTC bus.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The TSRTC bus is available from 00:35 to 23:35.

Where do I find the bus at Hyderabad Airport?

The TSRTC buses depart from the designated stops outside of the terminal building. Simply follow the signs for ‘Airport Liner’ and you will see the green TSRTC buses.

Convenience

Although a very budget-friendly transfer option, taking the bus from Hyderabad airport to Hyderabad isn’t the most convenient way to travel. To start, you may have up to a 60-minute wait for the bus, and once you reach the city centre, you will need to find another mode of transportation to reach your hotel.

Timetables

TSRTC Bus

Editor’s Note

If you're travelling with a group of 3 people or more, you can split the cost of a taxi and travel for the same price as taking the bus.

Useful Tips

There's luggage storage below the bus, but you will have to pay an extra fee for any heavy luggage items.

You can purchase your bus tickets in advance to get a cheaper ticket price.

The TSRTC bus practically runs 24/7, so there will always be a bus service when you land.

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What’s the Hyderabad airport to city distance?

The distance from Hyderabad airport to the city is around 33 km. Taking a Hyderabad airport taxi will take around 40 minutes to reach the city centre, while the TSRTC buses will take closer to 70 minutes.

What’s the average Hyderabad airport to city taxi fare?

The cost of your taxi from Hyderabad airport to the city centre will depend on which type of taxi you choose; a radio taxi or pre-paid taxi. The pre-paid taxis offer a fixed fare of around €12 (INR 950) for the journey into the city, while the radio taxis will use a taximeter to calculate your fare.

How do I get from Hyderabad airport to Hyderabad city?

There are two transfer options from Hyderabad airport to Hyderabad; taxi or bus. Taking a Hyderabad airport taxi will take just 40 minutes to reach the city and will cost approximately €12 (INR 950). Taking the TSRTC bus is a slower option, with a journey time of around 70 minutes, but tickets cost just €4 (INR 300) per person.

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