On 2nd December 2024, the Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) launched a daily Volvo bus service connecting Ahmedabad Airport to Dhordo. This service also made stops in Bhuj, catering to the rising number of tourists visiting the Kutch Rann Utsav.
The Kutch Rann Utsav has seen a significant increase in both national and international visitors over the past four years, driven by its growing popularity. To accommodate this influx and provide convenient travel options, GSRTC initiated this direct bus service, allowing tourists to travel efficiently from Ahmedabad Airport to Dhordo.
According to sources at Ahmedabad Airport, the bus departed daily from Terminal 2 (International Terminal) at 6 AM. Each Volvo bus had a seating capacity of 47 passengers, ensuring ample space for travellers. A return service from Dhordo to Ahmedabad was available every day at midnight.
Fares for the journey were set at ₹901 from Ahmedabad Airport to Bhuj and ₹1,093 from Ahmedabad Airport to Dhordo, with the same pricing structure applicable for return trips. This new service aimed to enhance accessibility for tourists and support the vibrant tourism sector in Kutch.