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Express road routes are available in many countries.
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It can take loads of any shape or size.
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It offers fixed timetables.
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Transhipment is required for delivery.
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Detailed explanation-1: -Road transport gives a connection between all the other means of transport. Roads can provide connectivity in all relief areas which is practically not possible for railways. Roadways also provide links between railway stations, air and seaports, which is not possible for railways.
Detailed explanation-2: -Advantages of roadways over railways are (i) Construction cost of roads is much lower than railway lines. (ii) Roads can be constructed easily in hilly terrains and undulating topography. (iii) Roadways act as a feeder to other modes of transport, as they provide a link between railway stations, air and sea ports.
Detailed explanation-3: -Transport System and Economic Development in India. A good transport system can broaden the market for goods. It can also make the movement of raw materials, fuel, equipment, etc. to the places of production easy.