1. Ola
ANI Technologies · Bengaluru · Travel, transport & ride apps · 4/5
Ride hailing built in Bengaluru.
Free
Free plan available
Travel, transport & ride apps · Alternatives
Best redBus alternatives in India (2026)
redBus is a travel, transport & ride apps product from redBus (MakeMyTrip), Bengaluru, priced at Free with a free plan. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 20 have a free plan, 18 are built in India.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to redBus are Ola (Free), Meru Cabs (Free), ixigo (Free), BluSmart (Free) and ConfirmTkt (Free). Ola is the top-ranked option with a free plan.
redBus alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches redBus's category, pricing model, platforms and business size, then by rating. Prices exclude GST.
| # | Software | Starting price | Free plan | Platforms | Made in India | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | redBus (current) | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 3.9/5 | — |
| 1 | Ola | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4/5 | |
| 2 |  Meru Cabs | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4/5 | |
| 3 |  ixigo | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4/5 | |
| 4 |  BluSmart | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 3.9/5 | |
| 5 |  ConfirmTkt | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 3.9/5 | |
| 6 |  MakeMyTrip | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4/5 | |
| 7 |  RailYatri | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 3.9/5 | |
| 8 |  Metropolis App | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 9 |  Cleartrip | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4/5 | |
| 10 |  Goibibo | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 3.9/5 | |
| 11 |  EaseMyTrip | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 3.9/5 | |
| 12 |  AbhiBus | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 3.9/5 | |
| 13 |  Mappls MapmyIndia | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 3.8/5 | |
| 14 |  Uber India | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 3.8/5 | |
| 15 |  Delhi Metro Rail App | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 3.8/5 | |
| 16 |  inDrive | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 3.8/5 | |
| 17 |  Zoomcar | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 3.7/5 | |
| 18 |  Revv | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 3.7/5 | |
| 19 |  Bounce | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 3.7/5 | |
| 20 |  Thrillophilia | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 3.7/5 |
Top 10 redBus alternatives in detail
Free
Free plan available
Free
Free plan available
Free
Free plan available
5. ConfirmTkt
ConfirmTkt (ixigo) · Bengaluru · Travel, transport & ride apps · 3.9/5
Train ticket prediction and booking.
Free
Free plan available
6. MakeMyTrip
MakeMyTrip · Gurugram · Travel, transport & ride apps · 4/5
Flights, hotels and holidays.
Free
Free plan available
Free
Free plan available
8. Metropolis App
Metropolis Healthcare · Mumbai · Travel, transport & ride apps · 4.7/5
Lab tests booking.
Free
Free plan available
Free
Free plan available
Free
Free plan available
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How to choose a redBus alternative
- Business travellers should use corporate accounts for GST input credit.
- Compare convenience fees across apps.
- Check cancellation policies before paying.
redBus alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to redBus in 2026?+
The closest matches to redBus on App Advisor are Ola (Free), Meru Cabs (Free), ixigo (Free). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match redBus, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to redBus?+
Yes. 20 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: Ola (Free), Meru Cabs (Free), ixigo (Free). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
Is there an Indian alternative to redBus?+
Yes. 18 alternatives are built in India, including Ola (Free), Meru Cabs (Free), ixigo (Free). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
redBus vs Ola: which is better?+
Ola is the closest match to redBus in our catalogue. Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these redBus alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in travel, transport & ride apps or a category redBus also covers, and redBus (MakeMyTrip)'s own products are excluded. Prices, free plans and platforms come from each vendor's official website. App Advisor does not sell any of this software.
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