
Bathinda to Patiala Taxi for Hospital, University and Day Visits
Rajindra Hospital, Punjabi University, Thapar Institute and the old markets around Qila Mubarak are the places a Bathinda to Patiala taxi takes most travellers, and each calls for a slightly different plan. BookFast Cab runs this route one way and as a same-day round trip, at any hour.
BookFast Cab lists the distance as approximately 70 km with a drive time of 1 to 2 hours. [VERIFY: the road distance via Barnala and Sangrur appears to be about 160 to 170 km and 3 to 3.5 hours; please confirm distance, time and fares.] One-way fares start at Rs 2,299 for a sedan, with an SUV at Rs 2,899 and an Innova Crysta at Rs 3,599. Pickups include Bathinda Railway Station, the bus stand, AIIMS Bathinda, Civil Lines, Model Town, Bathinda Airport and Rampura Phul.
What Brings Bathinda Travellers to Patiala
Patiala is the headquarters of Patiala division and one of Punjab's main centres for government healthcare and higher education. For families in the Bathinda region, that means regular trips for specialist treatment, university admissions and exams, and official work at divisional offices.
Most of these trips follow a fixed appointment, such as an OPD registration, an exam slot or a hearing. A private cab leaves at the hour that suits the appointment rather than a bus timetable, and the driver can wait and bring you home the same evening.
Hospital Visits: Rajindra Hospital and Private Clinics
Government Rajindra Hospital, attached to Government Medical College Patiala, is one of the largest government hospitals in Punjab and receives referred patients from across the Malwa region. OPD counters get busy early, so patients from Bathinda often book a pre-dawn pickup to reach before the queues build.
For a patient who needs to lean back or travel with a wheelchair or walker, an SUV or Innova Crysta gives more room than a sedan. Mention any mobility needs when booking so the driver can help at pickup and drop. BookFast Cab also drops at private hospitals and clinics anywhere in Patiala.
Campus Trips: Punjabi University and Thapar Institute
Punjabi University is one of the largest universities in the state, and students from Bathinda travel there for regular, postgraduate and distance education courses. Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology has a residential campus, and the start of term is when students most often travel with trunks and bedding.
Name the department, hostel or gate when you book, as both campuses are large and the driver can take you to the right building. Parents joining for admission counselling can book a Bathinda to Patiala cab as a round trip and return the same day.

Heritage and Market Stops in Patiala
If your work finishes early, Patiala's old city is worth an hour or two. Qila Mubarak and the Sheesh Mahal show the history of the former princely state, while Gurdwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib and Kali Mata Mandir draw visitors throughout the day.
The markets near Qila Chowk and Adalat Bazaar are known for Patiala salwar suits, phulkari embroidery and hand-stitched juttis. On a round-trip booking, the driver waits while you shop before the drive back to Bathinda.
Getting There: Bathinda to Patiala Taxi Route and Travel Time
The usual road is NH 7, running east from Bathinda through Rampura Phul, Barnala and Sangrur, then on to Patiala via Bhawanigarh. [VERIFY: route and towns.] Much of the highway is divided, and traffic slows mainly in the town stretches at Barnala and Sangrur.
A tea break at a roadside dhaba near Barnala or Sangrur is common on this drive. [VERIFY: one or two regular rest stops.] In December and January, dense fog across the Malwa plains can cut speeds on early morning trips, so allow extra time before a hospital or exam appointment.
Car Choices and One-Way Rates to Patiala
The table shows one-way fares from Bathinda to any address within Patiala city. These are estimates, and the final amount is confirmed once your pickup point is known.
Car type | Example models | Seats | One-way fare | Round trip (per km) |
Hatchback | | | | |
Sedan | Swift Dzire, Hyundai Aura | Up to 4 | Rs 2,299 | [VERIFY] |
SUV | Ertiga, Rumion, Marazzo | Up to 7 | Rs 2,899 | [VERIFY] |
Innova Crysta | Toyota Innova Crysta | Up to 6 | Rs 3,599 | [VERIFY] |
Tempo Traveller | | | | |
A sedan suits a patient with one attendant or a student travelling light. The SUV is the better choice for a family accompanying a patient, and the Innova Crysta gives the most legroom for elderly travellers. Hatchbacks and tempo travellers are not offered on this route at present.
Going and Coming Back the Same Day
A same-day round trip is the practical choice for a hospital check-up or an exam, since the driver stays in Patiala and brings you home once you are done. Round trips can also return on a later date, for example when a patient is admitted and the family returns after discharge.
Share your expected finishing time when you book so the driver plans the wait. The round-trip charge is agreed before the trip. [VERIFY: round-trip per-km rate.]
Included in Every Patiala Booking
Toll tax and state tax on the Patiala road are included in the fare, so the driver handles all tolls. [VERIFY: whether driver meal charges are included.] You can pay by cash, UPI or online, and a GST invoice is available for office or medical reimbursement claims. Each booking comes with:
• A verified driver and a GPS-tracked cab
• Driver name and car number shared before pickup
• Phone support at any hour of the day
Pickup Points Across Bathinda
BookFast Cab collects passengers from Bathinda Railway Station, the main bus stand, Bathinda Airport, AIIMS Bathinda, hotels, hospitals and clinics, and the Guru Kashi University area. Home pickups cover Civil Lines, Model Town, Green City, Bibi Wala Road and Thermal Colony, and pickups from Rampura Phul and nearby villages are also available.
In Patiala, the cab drops at Rajindra Hospital, both university campuses, the bus stand, the railway station, hotels and any residential colony in the city.

Nearby Routes You Can Book from Bathinda
For the journey home, book the Patiala to Bathinda taxi. Other routes from Bathinda include Sangrur, Ambala, Moga, Sirsa, Faridkot and Malout.
Call or WhatsApp to Book Your Patiala Ride
Call 8817430000 or 8817030000, or message us on WhatsApp at [VERIFY: WhatsApp number], with your pickup address, travel date and the hospital, campus or address in Patiala. The team confirms your car, fare and driver details before the trip, including for early morning appointments.