Hanuman Road Bus Stop is a well-established BEST bus boarding point in Vile Parle East — one of Mumbai’s most characterful, most well-connected, and most historically layered western suburban neighbourhoods. The stop on Hanuman Road in Vile Parle East serves the dense residential and commercial fabric of this area — home to a large Gujarati and Marwari community, well-known temples, excellent street food, active commercial streets, and one of the most convenient transit zones in the city.
The stop’s geographic position — within 14 minutes’ walk of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Terminal 1 and accessible from multiple Metro, suburban rail, and BEST bus routes — makes it one of Mumbai’s most transport-rich neighbourhood bus stops.
Hanuman Road Bus Stop Location and Address
Hanuman Road Bus Stop is located on Hanuman Road in Vile Parle East — a residential and commercial road running through the heart of this western suburban neighbourhood.
- Address: Hanuman Road Bus Stop, Paranjape Nagar, Vile Parle East, Mumbai — 400057, Maharashtra
- Coordinates: 19.1036°N, 72.8506°E
The stop is approximately 14 minutes’ walk from CSMIA Airport Terminal 1, 13 minutes’ walk from Vile Parle Railway Station (Western Railway), and 14 minutes’ walk from Gundavali Metro Station on Mumbai Metro Line 1.
How to Reach Hanuman Road Bus Stop
| Mode of Transport | Details | Approx. Time |
| Western Railway — Suburban Train | Vile Parle Railway Station — 13-minute walk | 15 minutes from Andheri or Santacruz |
| Mumbai Metro — Line 1 | Gundavali Station — 14-minute walk | 5 — 10 minutes from Andheri |
| Mumbai Metro — Line 2A/7 | Western Express Highway Metro — 9-minute walk | 5 minutes from Andheri or Jogeshwari |
| Mumbai Metro — Line 3 | CSMIA Airport Terminal 1 Metro — 14-minute walk | Direct Airport Metro access |
| BEST City Bus | Routes 339, A-322, A-35, A-39, AC-72, C-71, 180, 181, 322 | Multiple routes daily |
| Auto-Rickshaw | Available on Vile Parle East roads throughout the day | Readily available |
| App-Based Cab | Ola, Uber active in the area | 5 — 20 minutes from various zones |
Hanuman Road Bus Stop Timings
| Service | First Bus | Last Bus | Frequency |
| BEST Regular Buses | 4:00 AM | 12:00 AM | Daily — frequent throughout |
| BEST Route 321 LTD | 5:24 AM | 12:12 AM | First and last service |
| BEST Route 339 | Regular | Regular | Santacruz to Juhu corridor |
| BEST Route A-322 | Regular | Regular | AC limited-stop service |
| BEST Route A-35 | Regular | Regular | AC express service |
| BEST Route A-39 | Regular | Regular | AC service from Vile Parle East |
| BEST Route AC-72 | Regular | Regular | AC long-distance corridor |
| BEST Route C-71 | Regular | 12:00 AM | C-71EXP to Bhayandar/Mira Road |
| BEST Route 180 | Regular | Regular | Sion to Malwani |
| BEST Route 322 | Regular | Regular | Mahant Road to Vidyavihar |
| Suburban Railway — Vile Parle | 4:05 AM | 1:43 AM | Frequent all day |
| Metro Line 1 | 5:39 AM | 12:04 AM | Every 3 — 10 minutes |
Facilities at Hanuman Road Bus Stop
| Facility | Status | Details |
| Bus Shelter | ✅ Available | Covered stop with passenger seating |
| Seating | ✅ Available | Benches at the stop |
| Food Stalls and Vendors | ✅ Available | Street food, tea stalls on Hanuman Road |
| Auto-Rickshaw | ✅ Available | Available on adjacent roads |
| ATM | ✅ Available | Multiple banks on Vile Parle East commercial strips |
| Pharmacy | ✅ Available | Medical shops on Hanuman Road and adjacent streets |
| Commercial Shops | ✅ Available | Active retail zone within Vile Parle East |
| Airport Access | ✅ Available | CSMIA T1 — 14-minute walk |
| Metro Access | ✅ Available | Gundavali (Line 1) — 14 minutes; WEH (Line 2A/7) — 9 minutes |
| Railway Access | ✅ Available | Vile Parle Station — 13-minute walk |
Major BEST Bus Routes From Hanuman Road Bus Stop
| Route | Route Details | Key Destinations |
| Route 339 | Santacruz Depot to Juhu Bus Station | Via Vile Parle East — Hanuman Road — Juhu |
| Route A-322 | AC — Mahant Road Vile Parle to Vidyavihar | Via Hanuman Road — cross-suburban |
| Route A-35 | AC — Various | Hanuman Road — Western Express Highway |
| Route A-39 | AC — Various | Vile Parle East — city centre AC service |
| Route AC-72 | AC — Long corridor | Via Hanuman Road — extended suburban route |
| Route C-71 | Mira Road to Mahim — Express | Via Hanuman Road — C-71 EXP |
| Route 180 | Sion to Malwani | Via Vile Parle East — 51 trips daily |
| Route 181 | Antop Hill Extension to C Cross Road | Via Hanuman Road |
| Route 322 | Mahant Road to Vidyavihar | Hanuman Road — 322 corridor |
| Route 321 LTD | Various | First bus 5:24 AM — Limited service |
Nearby Area
CSMIA — Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Terminal 1 — Hanuman Road Bus Stop’s most remarkable proximity is to Mumbai’s international airport — Terminal 1 is a mere 14-minute walk from the stop. The airport’s presence shapes the entire character of Vile Parle East — airline staff residences, transit hotels, travel agencies, and the constant hum of departing aircraft define daily life in the neighbourhood.
Vile Parle East Temple Circuit — The Hanuman Road area is anchored by significant religious sites that give the locality its name and spiritual identity. The Hanuman Mandir on Hanuman Road is a revered temple that draws devoted worshippers daily, particularly on Tuesdays and Saturdays. The broader Vile Parle East neighbourhood has several Jain temples, Ganesh mandals, and community religious spaces that reflect its established Gujarati and Marwari residential character.
Paranjape Nagar and Residential Colony — The immediate neighbourhood of Paranjape Nagar is a densely settled residential colony with cooperative housing societies, neighbourhood markets, schools, and medical clinics — a complete urban village within the larger Vile Parle East fabric.
Vile Parle East Commercial Streets — The commercial strips radiating from the Hanuman Road area include excellent Gujarati farsan shops, sweet shops, vegetable markets, hardware stores, and restaurants. The area’s street food culture — particularly the Gujarati snacks, bhajias, and dhokla — is one of Mumbai’s most satisfying neighbourhood food experiences.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is Mumbai Airport walkable from Hanuman Road Bus Stop?
A: Yes. CSMIA Terminal 1 is approximately 14 minutes’ walk — making this one of the few Mumbai residential bus stops within comfortable walking distance of an international airport terminal.
Q2. Which Metro station is nearest to Hanuman Road Bus Stop?
A: Gundavali Metro Station on Line 1 is 14 minutes’ walk. Western Express Highway Metro Station on Lines 2A/7 is 9 minutes’ walk. CSMIA Airport Terminal 1 Metro on Line 3 is also 14 minutes away.
Q3. What is the first BEST bus from Hanuman Road?
A: Route 321 LTD is one of the first services at 5:24 AM. Western Railway suburban trains begin from Vile Parle Station at 4:05 AM.
Q4. How far is Vile Parle Railway Station from this bus stop?
A: Approximately 13 minutes’ walk — connecting to the Western Railway suburban network for Andheri, Borivali, Churchgate, and beyond.
Q5. Are AC BEST buses available from Hanuman Road?
A: Yes. Routes A-322, A-35, A-39, and AC-72 all provide air-conditioned BEST bus services from Hanuman Road Bus Stop area.
Q6. What is the last BEST bus at Hanuman Road?
A: Route 321 LTD runs until 12:12 AM — one of the later services in this corridor. The C-71 Express also runs until approximately midnight.
Q7. Is Hanuman Road a good base for airport transit?
A: Yes. Vile Parle East and Hanuman Road offer excellent airport transit convenience — multiple hotels and guesthouses are located in the area specifically for airport travellers, with Terminal 1 being walkable.
Q8. Which BEST bus goes from Hanuman Road to Andheri?
A: Routes A-35 and A-39 connect Hanuman Road via Vile Parle East toward Andheri — along with routes on the Western Express Highway corridor accessible from the nearby WEH Metro stop.
