Getting around the city and apps
Uber and Ola are the reliable ride-hailing platforms, and both need an Indian SIM for the one-time password. In Delhi the DMRC metro runs on tokens or a rechargeable Smart Card; in Mumbai metro coverage is still thin and the suburban trains carry the load.
- Uber and Ola are the reliable platforms, and both need an Indian SIM or working roaming to receive the one-time authorization code.
- Uber Auto books a three-wheeled rickshaw, which is the fastest way to cover short distances in heavy traffic.
- Delhi's DMRC metro is modern, safe and air-conditioned, on tokens or a rechargeable Smart Card.
- Mumbai's metro coverage is still thin and the suburban trains carry the load - but they are extremely crowded at peak and a real safety risk for an inexperienced visitor.
- Ride-hailing apps: The main and most reliable platforms are the international Uber and the Indian Ola. For them to function fully and to authorize payment cards, you need an Indian SIM card in the phone (or working roaming) to receive the SMS with the one-time authorization code (OTP). The apps allow booking classic cars, but in many cities (including Delhi) also three-wheeled motorized auto-rickshaws (Uber Auto), which is the fastest way to cover short distances in heavy traffic.
- City metro and suburban trains: In Delhi, the modern, safe and air-conditioned DMRC metro system operates. To travel, you need to buy either individual tokens or get a rechargeable DMRC Smart Card. In Mumbai, the metro is still being expanded and has limited coverage; the main transport artery is the suburban (local) trains. However, these trains are extremely crowded during rush hour and pose an extreme safety risk for foreigners with zero experience.
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