Road Connectivity & Public Transport
National Highways & Road Network
- Visakhapatnam is well-connected by National Highway (NH-16) (part of Golden Quadrilateral).
- Smooth road links to Hyderabad (600 km), Chennai (800 km), and Kolkata (880 km).
Public Transport within Vizag
- APSRTC City Buses:
- Operates both AC and Non-AC buses.
- Major routes: Gajuwaka, Maddilapalem, Simhachalam, RK Beach, and Steel Plant.
- Fares are affordable, making it an economical travel option.
- Metro Express & Metro Luxury Buses:
- Faster, comfortable travel across Vizag.
- Covers key locations like Dwaraka Nagar, RK Beach, Gajuwaka, and Maddilapalem.
- Auto-Rickshaws & Shared Autos:
- Common for short distances and local area transport.
- No fixed fares; negotiations are common.
- App-Based Cabs:
- Ola, Uber, and Rapido (for bike taxis) are widely available.
- Offers convenient travel for tourists and business visitors.