Hongasandra Bus Stop — formally the Hongasandra BMTC Bus Station — is a key transit hub in the southern Bengaluru corridor at the intersection of Begur Road and the Hosur Road axis. Serving the densely populated residential colonies of Hongasandra, MICO Layout, Kodichikkanahalli, and Roopena Agrahara, the stop operates as a dedicated BMTC station that dispatches and receives the 343 and 344 series routes — the primary BMTC network connecting this southernmost residential belt to KR Market, Majestic, Madiwala, Koramangala, and Silk Board. The stop is also served by the Metro Feeder route MF-22HC and sits within reach of the Namma Metro Yellow Line at Bommanahalli — making it an increasingly well-connected node in south Bengaluru’s rapidly improving transit landscape.
Location and Address
Hongasandra Bus Stop is located on 6th Main Road in Hongasandra — near Kodichikkanahalli Cross on the Hosur Road and Begur Road corridor of south Bengaluru.
Address: Hongasandra BMTC Bus Station, 6th Main Road, Hongasandra, Bengaluru — 560068, Karnataka
The stop is approximately 12 kilometres from Kempegowda Bus Station (Majestic), 3 kilometres from Madiwala, 4 kilometres from Bommanahalli, 5 kilometres from Koramangala, 2 kilometres from MICO Layout, and 24 minutes’ walk from Bommanahalli Yellow Line Metro Station on the Namma Metro.
How to Reach Hongasandra Bus Stop
| Mode of Transport | Details | Approx. Time |
| Namma Metro — Yellow Line | Bommanahalli Station — 24-minute walk | 15 — 20 min from Silk Board |
| BMTC City Bus | Routes 343, 343-A, 343-B, 343-E, 343-H, 343-L, 343-M, 344-J, 362-C | Multiple routes — frequent |
| BMTC Metro Feeder | MF-22HC — Hulimavu Gate to Central Silk Board | Via Hongasandra corridor |
| Auto-Rickshaw | Available throughout the day at Hongasandra | Readily available |
| App-Based Cab | Ola, Uber active on Hosur Road and Begur Road | 20 — 35 minutes from city centre |
| Share Auto | Available on Begur Road and Hosur Road | Local zone travel |
Hongasandra Bus Stop Timings
| Service | First Bus | Last Bus | Notes |
| BMTC Route 343 — KR Market to Beguru | 4:54 AM | 10:48 PM | First and last at Hongasandra |
| BMTC Route 344-J — Bommanahalli to Jigani APC | 5:02 AM | 10:30 PM | First bus at stop 5:02 AM |
| BMTC Route 343-L — KBS to Hongasandra MICO | 7:00 AM | 9:40 PM | 26 stops — 16.5 km |
| BMTC Route 343-H — KR Market to Hongasandra MICO | 5:30 AM | 10:30 PM | Via Madiwala — Hosur Road |
| BMTC Route 343-A — KR Market to Hullahalli | 5:30 AM | 10:00 PM | Via Hongasandra — southern |
| BMTC Route 343-B — KBS to Kodichikkanahalli | 5:30 AM | 10:30 PM | Via Hongasandra |
| BMTC Route 343-E — KBS to Beguru | 5:30 AM | 10:30 PM | Via Hongasandra |
| BMTC Route 343-M — KR Market to Bettadasanapura | 5:30 AM | 10:00 PM | Via Hongasandra — Mylasandra |
| BMTC Route 344-C — KR Market to Bettadasanapura | 5:30 AM | 10:00 PM | Via Hongasandra |
| BMTC Route 362-C — Various to Silk Board | 5:30 AM | 10:59 PM | Last bus at stop 10:59 PM |
| BMTC MF-22HC — Metro Feeder | 6:00 AM | 10:30 PM | Hulimavu Gate to Silk Board |
| Namma Metro — Yellow Line (Bommanahalli) | 7:05 AM | 12:12 AM | 24-min walk from stop |
Note: Route 343 operates 32 to 33 daily trips and Route 344-J provides the earliest bus at 5:02 AM. Route 362-C runs the latest at 10:59 PM. Confirm current timings on the Namma BMTC app as schedules are revised regularly.
Facilities at Hongasandra Bus Stop
| Facility | Status | Details |
| BMTC Bus Station | ✅ Available | Dedicated BMTC station on 6th Main Road |
| Bus Shelter | ✅ Available | Covered waiting area at the station |
| Seating | ✅ Available | Passenger benches at the station |
| Food and Tea Stalls | ✅ Available | Vendors on Begur Road and Hosur Road |
| Auto-Rickshaw Stand | ✅ Available | Available throughout the day |
| ATM | ✅ Available | Banks in Hongasandra and MICO Layout commercial zone |
| Pharmacy | ✅ Available | Medical shops in the surrounding area |
| Commercial Shops | ✅ Active | Hardware stores, restaurants, and shops nearby |
| Metro Access | ✅ Available | Bommanahalli Yellow Line — 24-min walk |
| MICO Layout Access | ✅ Available | Short walk to MICO Layout residential colony |
| Security | ✅ Active | Well-lit, active commercial area at all hours |
Major BMTC Bus Routes From Hongasandra Bus Stop
| Route | Route Details | Key Destinations |
| 343 | KR Market to Beguru | KR Market — Lakkasandra — Madiwala — Hongasandra — Beguru — Bommanahalli |
| 343-R | Beguru to KR Market | Reverse — Bommanahalli — Hongasandra — KR Market |
| 343-L | KBS to Hongasandra MICO Layout | Majestic — NIMHANS — Madiwala — Hongasandra MICO (26 stops — 16.5 km) |
| 343-H | KR Market to Hongasandra MICO | Via Madiwala — Hosur Road — Hongasandra |
| 343-A | KBS to Hullahalli | Via Hongasandra — Anekal Taluk corridor |
| 343-B | KBS to Kodichikkanahalli | Via Hongasandra — Begur Road |
| 343-E | KBS to Beguru | Via Hongasandra — Hosur Road |
| 343-M | KR Market to Bettadasanapura | Via Hongasandra — Mylasandra Road |
| 344-J | Bommanahalli to Jigani APC Circle | Via Hongasandra — Begur Road |
| 344-C | KR Market to Bettadasanapura | Via Hongasandra |
| 344-F | KR Market to Podu Village | Via Hongasandra corridor |
| 345 | KR Market to Hulimangala | Via Hongasandra — Hosur Road |
| 362-C | Various — to Silk Board | Via Hongasandra — Madiwala — Silk Board |
| 362-CA | Silk Board variant | Via Hongasandra |
| MF-22HC | Metro Feeder — Hulimavu to Silk Board | Via Hongasandra — Depot 34 area |
| BEML-BGR | BEML Gate to Beguru | Via Hongasandra — Begur Road |
| KRMTTMC-BGR | Koramangala TTMC to Beguru | Via Hongasandra |
Nearby Area
MICO Layout (Bosch India Colony) — The residential colony of MICO Layout is Hongasandra’s most historically distinctive neighbourhood — developed to house employees of MICO (now Bosch India Limited), one of Germany’s Bosch Group’s oldest and most significant Indian manufacturing facilities. The Bosch plant on Hosur Road has defined the employment and residential character of the entire zone for decades, and the bus stop’s 343-H and 343-L routes bear the MICO Layout name in their formal destination displays.
Kodichikkanahalli — Directly adjacent to the bus stop, Kodichikkanahalli is a densely settled residential neighbourhood whose active local markets, neighbourhood schools, temples, and practical daily life generate substantial daily BMTC commuter demand through the bus station. The Kodichikkanahalli Cross is the nearest significant transit sub-junction to the main station.
Bommanahalli Commercial Zone — One of south Bengaluru’s busiest commercial corridors, Bommanahalli is approximately 4 kilometres from Hongasandra Bus Stop. The 343 and 362-C routes connect Hongasandra to Bommanahalli directly — giving residents access to the area’s extensive retail, dining, and business ecosystem.
Namma Metro Yellow Line — Bommanahalli Station — The Bommanahalli Yellow Line Metro Station is approximately 24 minutes’ walk from the bus stop — a connection that has significantly expanded transit options for Hongasandra residents seeking rapid, congestion-free travel to Silk Board, BTM Layout, RV Road, and the entire Yellow Line corridor.
Beguru and Yelenahalli — The southern localities of Beguru and Yelenahalli — terminus points for many 343 series routes — are expanding residential zones along the Begur Road corridor, generating increasing commuter demand through Hongasandra Bus Stop as their populations grow.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the first and last bus at Hongasandra Bus Stop? Route 343 is the first bus arriving at approximately 4:54 AM. Route 362-C is the last bus, departing at 10:59 PM — giving the stop a service span of nearly 18 hours.
Q2. Which bus goes from Hongasandra to Majestic? Route 343-L originates from Hongasandra MICO Layout and terminates at KBS (Majestic) — 26 stops across 16.5 kilometres, starting at 7:00 AM.
Q3. Which Metro station is nearest to Hongasandra Bus Stop? Bommanahalli Metro Station on the Namma Metro Yellow Line is 24 minutes’ walk — or 5 to 8 minutes by auto-rickshaw from the bus stop.
Q4. How many BMTC routes serve Hongasandra? Over 15 route variants — primarily the 343 series, 344 series, 362-C, Metro Feeder MF-22HC, BEML-BGR, and KRMTTMC-BGR — make Hongasandra one of south Bengaluru’s better-served residential BMTC stations.
Q5. Which bus connects Hongasandra to Koramangala? Routes 343 and 362-C pass through the Madiwala — Koramangala corridor from Hongasandra, connecting residents to the IT offices and commercial establishments of Koramangala 5th and 6th Block.
Q6. Is Route 343-L available throughout the day? Route 343-L operates from 7:00 AM to 9:40 PM — covering daytime and evening hours but not early morning. For the first buses of the day, Route 344-J (from 5:02 AM) and Route 343 (from 4:54 AM) are better options.
Q7. What is MICO Layout and how is it connected to Hongasandra? MICO Layout is a residential colony developed for employees of Bosch India (formerly MICO), adjacent to Hongasandra. Routes 343-H and 343-L specifically list Hongasandra MICO Layout as their terminus, providing direct connectivity to KR Market and Majestic.
Q8. Is Hongasandra Bus Stop safe during late evening hours? Yes. Hongasandra is a busy, well-lit residential area with commercial activity continuing until approximately 10:00 PM. Route 362-C runs until 10:59 PM, and auto-rickshaws and Ola/Uber are available for later travel.
