Uber Partners with ixigo to Offer Train Ticket Booking on the Uber App

Uber’s new Train Ticket Booking feature in partnership with ixigo is a big step toward making the app a true one-stop travel platform in India.

What’s New
- Riders can now book train tickets directly in the Uber app.
- Integrated features: PNR status checks and seamless first/last-mile connectivity with Uber rides.
- Powered by ixigo’s AI-native train booking technology, ensuring reliability and a smooth post-booking experience.

Why It Matters
- Train travel is massive in India: 741 crore passengers carried by Indian Railways in FY2025–26.
- Online train ticketing is growing fast, and Uber is tapping into this demand by combining mobility + ticketing.
- Dedicated Uber pickup/drop zones at major stations (Ahmedabad, Secunderabad, Howrah, and more) already support millions of riders.

Leadership Voices
- Uber India: Arnab Kumar highlighted that journeys start before boarding and continue after arrival—Uber now connects the entire journey.
- ixigo: Aloke Bajpai & Rajnish Kumar emphasized their focus on simplifying rail travel and extending peace of mind beyond the train itself.

Strategic Vision
- Uber’s multimodal platform now spans: Moto, Auto, Cars, Metro, Intercity Cars, Intercity Buses, and Train Ticket Booking.
- Reinforces Uber’s ambition to be “the one platform for every journey” across India.

How to Book on Uber
1. Open the Uber app.
2. Select Bus & Train → Train tickets.
3. Enter origin, destination, and travel date.
4. Browse trains and book your preferred option.
5. Access ticket details + PNR status in-app.
6. Book an Uber ride to/from the station for a seamless trip.

This move positions Uber as more than just a ride-hailing service—it’s evolving into a comprehensive travel ecosystem.