Mekhri Circle Bus Stop is one of north-central Bengaluru’s most strategically positioned BMTC transit points — sitting at Mekhri Circle, the critical road junction where Ballari Road, Jayamahal Road, C.V. Raman Road, and the Sankey Road corridor converge. This circle is one of the city’s most important arterial crossings — the pivot point between Sadashivanagar, Malleshwaram, Hebbal, and Rajajinagar, and the point where many of Bengaluru’s north-south and cross-city bus routes naturally intersect.
The Mekhri Circle Bus Stop’s significance extends beyond city bus connectivity — it is also a key stop on the Vayu Vajra Airport bus routes, providing north Bengaluru residents, visitors to Raj Bhavan, and professionals in the adjacent institutional and residential belt direct connectivity to Kempegowda International Airport from one of the city’s most accessible central junctions.
Location and Address
Mekhri Circle Bus Stop is located at Mekhri Circle, near HMT Bhavan on Ballari Road — in the Aramane Nagara (Palace Area) zone of north-central Bengaluru.
Address: Mekhri Circle Bus Stop, near HMT Bhavan, Ballari Road, Mekhri Circle, Bengaluru — 560001, Karnataka
The stop is approximately 4 kilometres from Kempegowda Bus Station (Majestic), 3 kilometres from Sadashivanagar, 5 kilometres from Hebbal, and approximately 35 kilometres from Kempegowda International Airport via Ballari Road — the primary airport road corridor.
How to Reach Mekhri Circle Bus Stop
| Mode of Transport | Details | Approx. Time |
| Namma Metro — Green Line | Srirampura Metro Station — 22-minute walk | 15 — 20 minutes from Majestic |
| BMTC City Bus | Routes 180, 180-A, 284H, 285-M, 402D and many others | Frequent throughout the day |
| Vayu Vajra Airport Bus | KIA-4, KIA-7A, KIA-9, KIA-10 — airport corridor | Airport connectivity |
| Auto-Rickshaw | Available at Mekhri Circle throughout the day | Readily available |
| App-Based Cab | Ola, Uber — active on Ballari Road | 10 — 20 minutes from city centre |
| Private Vehicle | Ballari Road direct access — well-maintained | Easy arterial access |
Mekhri Circle Bus Stop Timings
| Service | First Bus | Last Bus | Notes |
| BMTC 285-M — KBS to Doddaballapura | 4:08 AM | 10:00 PM | 43 stops — first city bus |
| BMTC 180 and 180-A | 5:30 AM | 11:00 PM | Regular city services |
| BMTC 284H | 5:30 AM | 10:30 PM | North Bengaluru connector |
| BMTC 402D | 5:30 AM | 10:00 PM | Cross-city route |
| Vayu Vajra KIA-7A — Airport | 3:00 AM | Ongoing | First airport bus of the day |
| Vayu Vajra KIA-4 — Airport | 3:30 AM | 11:30 PM | KIA airport service |
| Vayu Vajra KIA-10 — Airport | 4:00 AM | 11:00 PM | Airport connectivity |
| Vayu Vajra KIA-9 — Airport | Night | 3:50 AM (last) | Late night airport return |
| Metro — Green Line (Srirampura) | 5:00 AM | 11:00 PM | Srirampura nearby |
Facilities at Mekhri Circle Bus Stop
| Facility | Status | Details |
| Bus Shelter | ✅ Available | Covered stop at multiple points around the Circle |
| Seating | ✅ Available | Passenger benches at key stops |
| Food and Tea Stalls | ✅ Available | Vendors near HMT Bhavan and Circle |
| Auto-Rickshaw Stand | ✅ Available | Available at Mekhri Circle throughout the day |
| Airport Bus Boarding | ✅ Available | Vayu Vajra designated pickup — KIA routes |
| ATM | ✅ Available | Multiple banks on Ballari Road and Jayamahal Road |
| Medical and Pharmacy | ✅ Available | Medical shops in adjacent Sadashivanagar area |
| Metro Connectivity | ✅ Available | Srirampura Metro — 22-minute walk |
| Commercial Shops | ✅ Available | Active commercial strip on all approach roads |
| Security | ✅ Active | Due to proximity to Raj Bhavan — well-policed area |
Major BMTC Bus Routes From Mekhri Circle Bus Stop
| Route | Route Details | Key Destinations |
| 180 | Various — north Bengaluru | Mekhri Circle — Sadashivanagar — Hebbal |
| 180-A | Variant of 180 | Mekhri Circle — north Bengaluru corridor |
| 284H | Various | KR Market — Mekhri Circle — North zones |
| 285-M | KBS to Doddaballapura | Majestic — Mekhri Circle — Hebbal — Doddaballapura |
| 402D | Various | Mekhri Circle cross-city connector |
| G-8 (Big 10 Green) | MG Road Metro to Nelamangala | Via Mekhri Circle — Yeshwanthpur — Nelamangala |
| 278-E | Shivajinagar to Hebbala | Via Mekhri Circle |
| 279-A / 279-E | Various Shivajinagar to northern zones | Via Mekhri Circle |
| 176-E / 176-G | Various | Mekhri Circle — Rajajinagar corridor |
| 250-N / 250V / 250W | Various | Connecting Mekhri Circle to western zones |
| KIA-4 | Vayu Vajra — Airport | Mekhri Circle — Hebbal — ORR — KIA Airport |
| KIA-7A | Vayu Vajra — Airport | Early morning Airport service via Mekhri Circle |
| KIA-9 | Vayu Vajra — Airport | Night Airport service via Mekhri Circle |
| KIA-10 | Vayu Vajra — Airport | Airport service via Mekhri Circle |
Nearby Area
Mekhri Circle sits at the threshold between Bengaluru’s most prestigious residential zones and its most important civic and institutional belt — making the surrounding area one of the most refined and historically layered in the entire city.
Raj Bhavan — Bengaluru — The official residence of the Governor of Karnataka stands in a vast, forested estate adjacent to Mekhri Circle — one of Bengaluru’s most expansive and most beautiful enclosed green spaces. The Raj Bhavan compound spans acres of woodland within the city’s densest urban zone, making the Mekhri Circle approach road one of Bengaluru’s most stately boulevards.
Sadashivanagar — One of Bengaluru’s most affluent and most coveted residential neighbourhoods, Sadashivanagar lies directly adjacent to Mekhri Circle. Wide, tree-lined streets, bungalows, and low-rise residential buildings define this zone — home to senior professionals, diplomats, and Bengaluru’s most established families. The 80 Feet Road in Sadashivanagar is a beautiful commercial street with quality dining and retail.
Sankey Tank — One of Bengaluru’s most beloved urban lakes, Sankey Tank is located a short distance from Mekhri Circle in the Sadashivanagar zone. The tank’s walking track and green surrounding parks make it one of the most popular morning and evening recreational spots for residents of north-central Bengaluru.
Malleshwaram — One of Bengaluru’s oldest and most culturally significant residential neighbourhoods is accessible from Mekhri Circle — Malleshwaram’s vibrant 8th Cross and 18th Cross commercial streets, traditional temples, and the Kadasiddeshwara and Kadu Malleshwara temples are all reachable via the bus network through this stop.
HMT Bhavan and Namma Metro Srirampura — The HMT (Hindustan Machine Tools) Bhavan is an immediate landmark at Mekhri Circle — and the nearby Srirampura Metro Station on the Green Line, approximately 22 minutes’ walk, provides access to the Metro network connecting Nagasandra to Baiyappanahalli through Majestic.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is there a direct airport bus from Mekhri Circle?
Yes. Vayu Vajra Airport buses KIA-4, KIA-7A, KIA-9, and KIA-10 all serve Mekhri Circle — making it one of north Bengaluru’s most convenient Vayu Vajra boarding points for early morning flights.
Q2. What is the first bus timing at Mekhri Circle Bus Stop?
The BMTC 285-M first arrives at approximately 4:08 AM. Airport buses on the KIA-7A route begin as early as 3:00 AM.
Q3. Which Metro station is nearest to Mekhri Circle?
Srirampura Metro Station on the Green Line is approximately 22 minutes’ walk — or a 5-minute auto-rickshaw ride from Mekhri Circle.
Q4. Is Sankey Tank walkable from Mekhri Circle Bus Stop?
Yes. Sankey Tank is approximately 1 to 1.5 kilometres from Mekhri Circle — a 15 to 20-minute walk through the Sadashivanagar area.
Q5. Which is the most frequent BMTC route at Mekhri Circle?
Routes 180 and 180-A along with G-8 provide the most consistent frequency through Mekhri Circle for regular city travel.
Q6. How far is Majestic from Mekhri Circle Bus Stop?
Approximately 4 kilometres — 15 to 20 minutes by BMTC bus or auto-rickshaw depending on traffic.
Q7. Are auto-rickshaws available late at night at Mekhri Circle?
Auto availability reduces significantly after 10:00 PM. App-based cabs are the most reliable late-night transport option at Mekhri Circle — the airport bus routes continue through the night.
Q8. What buses go from Mekhri Circle to Yeshwanthpur?
Route G-8 (Big 10 Green) runs from MG Road Metro to Nelamangala via Mekhri Circle and Yeshwanthpur — providing direct connectivity between these two important north Bengaluru nodes.
