Bus reservation
In the "Bus Reservations" section of the AllRide application, you're provided with a user interface to view and manage bus booking details. Here's an overview of the displayed information:
General Layout
- This screen lists all bus reservations that have been booked through the AllRide platform.
- It provides essential information such as who made the booking, the pick-up and drop-off points, the date and time of pick-up, the trip mode, and the current status of each reservation.
Key Information Columns
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startingbuslocationstationforfrom which thebuspassengerjourney.willFor example, 'J92M+P72, Kolkata Station Rd, Belgachia, Kolkata, West Bengal 700004, India'. Pickup Date / Time:Indicatesboard thescheduledbus.date and time for the pickup, such as '04:46 pm, 9th Apr, 2024'.- Drop-off Point:
ListsDisplays theintendeddestinationpointbusfor the journey. Onestation of theentriespassenger.shows '892, Rajarhat Main Rd, Chowmatha, Rajarhat, New Town, West Bengal 700135, India'. Trip Mode:Customer:Describes howDisplays thetripnameisofstructured;thein this case, both listed trips are 'One Way'.passenger.-
Status:
ReflectsDisplays the current status of thereservation,buswhichtrip.couldbe'Requested'for new bookings awaiting confirmation, or 'Scheduled' for those that have been confirmed and planned.
Reservation details
When you click on a bus reservation, a detailed page is presented, which systematically organizes all pertinent details about the trip:
Trip Information:
- Reservation Status: Displays the current status, such as 'Requested' or 'Confirmed'.
- Departure Date & Time: Indicates when the trip is set to start.
- Distance Covered: Reflects the total planned distance of the trip in kilometers.
- Duration of Trip: Estimated time the journey is expected to take.
- Trip Fare: The cost associated with this particular trip.
- Trip Mode: Specifies the nature of the trip, like 'One Way'.
- Reservations Reference: A unique code or number is assigned to the reservation for identification.
Route Info:
- Start Station: The initial pickup location for the journey.
- Stops 1 through 5: Any intermediate stops included in the trip's itinerary.
- End Station: The final drop-off point for the journey.
Booking & Additional Information:
- Booked by: The individual or entity that made the reservation.
- Booked from: The source from which the reservation was made, like an app or dispatch panel.
- Booking Date: When the reservation was logged into the system.
- Operator: The company or operator managing the bus trip.
- Facilities: Any additional amenities offered during the trip (if this information is available).
Passenger and Vehicle Information:
- Number of Adults/Children/Infants: The count of passengers traveling, categorized by age group.
- Number of Baggage: The amount of luggage expected.
- Vehicle Type: The type or model of the bus assigned for the trip.
- Vehicle: The specific identifier for the vehicle used.
Passengers in Reservation:
- A list showing the names and demographic details of all passengers included in the reservation, such as gender and age. The layout is designed to provide a complete overview of the trip, allowing for easy review and management of the booking details.

Create reservation
Certainly, let's dive into the details of each tab for creating a new bus reservation:
1. Routes and Trips Tab:
- Journey Date: Here, you'll select the date for the bus reservation.
- Journey Time: This is where you'll choose the time for the bus to pick up the passengers.
- Trip Mode: You'll decide whether the trip is one-way or round-trip.
- Station: You can input the starting location and, if necessary, add multiple pick-up or drop-off points.
- Select Trip: If this reservation is part of an existing trip, you'll link it by selecting from available trips.

2. Passengers Tab:
- Number of Adults/Children/Infants: You'll indicate how many people are traveling and in which age categories.
- Number of Bags: Here, you'll specify the number of baggage items to account for on the trip.
- Passenger Information (Optional): If needed, you can enter detailed information about each passenger, including title, full name, and age.

3. Additional Notes Tab:
- Notes: In this free-form text field, you can add any additional instructions or information relevant to the reservation.
- Add-on Facilities: Choose from a list of available facilities to add to the reservation, like wheelchair access or onboard entertainment.

4. Booking Source Tab:
- Booked From: You'll select the source or platform where the reservation was made, such as an online portal or a booking office.
- Booked By: If someone other than the passenger is making the reservation, you'll enter their name here.

Each tab contains specific fields that are crucial for creating a complete and accurate bus reservation. It's important to fill in all the required information in each tab to ensure that the reservation reflects the passengers' needs and travel details accurately. After completing all sections, you'll use the 'Save' button to finalize the booking or 'Cancel' to discard it.