The London-Calcutta bus route is remembered as a symbol of the adventurous spirit of the post-war era
This was one of the longest overland bus routes, covering approximately (32,700 kilometers)
The bus service was operated by Albert Travel, a British company. The trip from London to Calcutta took about 49 days
The fare for the entire journey was around £85 to £145
The bus used for this route was often a double-decker or luxury single-decker,
The journey passed through several countries, including England, France, Belgium, West Germany, Austria, Yugoslavia, Bulgaria, Turkey, Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India.
Passengers either slept on the bus, in tents, or in local hotels and guesthouses along the way. The route attracted adventurous travelers, including students, tourists, and expatriates.