Hoodi Bus Stop is one of East Bengaluru’s most important and most congested commuter transit points — a stop at Hoodi Circle on the Whitefield Main Road that serves as the daily boarding hub for thousands of IT professionals, students, and residents from the sprawling eastern suburbs of Whitefield, Marathahalli, KR Puram, and the ITPL technology corridor. Hoodi’s position directly between KR Puram and Whitefield makes it an unavoidable transit node for anyone navigating east Bengaluru’s famously dense residential and IT landscape.
Adding significantly to Hoodi’s transit importance is the Hoodi Metro Station on the Namma Metro Purple Line, which has transformed this once bus-only junction into a genuine multi-modal interchange since its inauguration in March 2023 — connecting east Bengaluru’s IT workforce directly to MG Road, Majestic, and Kengeri.
Location and Address
Hoodi Bus Stop is located at Hoodi Circle on the Whitefield Main Road, adjacent to the Hoodi Metro Station in East Bengaluru.
Address: Hoodi Bus Stop, Hoodi Circle, Seetharampalya, Hoodi, Bengaluru — 560048, Karnataka
The stop is approximately 15 kilometres from Majestic (KBS), 3 kilometres from Whitefield, 5 kilometres from ITPL, 5 kilometres from KR Puram, and 0.34 kilometres from Hoodi Railway Station — making it one of east Bengaluru’s most inter-connected transit nodes.
How to Reach Hoodi Bus Stop
| Mode of Transport | Details | Approx. Time |
| Namma Metro — Purple Line | Hoodi Metro Station — directly adjacent | 30 — 40 minutes from MG Road |
| BMTC City Bus | Routes 504E, 320H, V-500F, 320E, KBS-1K and others | Frequent throughout the day |
| Suburban Rail | Hoodi Railway Station — 0.34 km walk | Select train services |
| Auto-Rickshaw | Available at Hoodi Circle throughout the day | Readily available |
| App-Based Cab | Ola, Uber active on Whitefield Main Road | 20 — 40 minutes from city centre |
| Share Auto | Available on Whitefield Road corridor | Local zone travel |
Hoodi Bus Stop Timings
| Service | First Bus | Last Bus | Frequency |
| BMTC Regular City Buses | 5:00 AM | 11:30 PM | Every 10 — 20 minutes peak |
| BMTC Route 504E — Hoodi to Domlur TTMC | 5:30 AM | 10:30 PM | 21 stops — 13.8 km |
| BMTC Routes 320E / 320H | 5:30 AM | 10:30 PM | Regular service |
| BMTC V-500F — Vajra AC | 5:30 AM | 10:30 PM | AC Volvo via Hoodi |
| BMTC KBS-1K | 5:00 AM | 11:00 PM | KBS to Whitefield corridor |
| Namma Metro — Purple Line | 5:00 AM | 11:00 PM | Every 5 — 10 minutes peak |
| Auto-Rickshaw | 5:30 AM | 11:00 PM | Throughout the day |
Note: Hoodi Circle is among Bengaluru’s most congested intersections during IT shift hours. Bus frequency is significantly higher between 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM. Metro offers the most reliable off-peak and peak travel alternative.
Facilities at Hoodi Bus Stop
| Facility | Status | Details |
| New Enclosed Bus Stop | ✅ Available | Cemented enclosed stop at Hoodi Circle since Dec 2020 |
| Seating | ✅ Available | Benches inside the enclosed stop area |
| Namma Metro Access | ✅ Direct | Hoodi Metro Station — Purple Line — adjacent |
| Food and Tea Stalls | ✅ Available | Multiple vendors and Indira Canteen nearby |
| Auto-Rickshaw Stand | ✅ Available | Available at Hoodi Circle |
| ATM | ✅ Available | Multiple banks on Whitefield Main Road |
| Pharmacy | ✅ Available | Medical shops along Whitefield Road |
| App-Based Cab Zone | ✅ Active | Ola, Uber pickup around Hoodi Circle |
| Railway Station Access | ✅ Available | Hoodi Railway Station — 0.34 km walk |
| Commercial Shops | ✅ Available | Active commercial zone surrounding the Circle |
Major BMTC Bus Routes From Hoodi Bus Stop
| Route | Route Details | Key Destinations |
| 504E | Hoodi to Domlur TTMC | Hoodi — ITPL — Marathahalli — HAL — Domlur |
| 320E | Various — East Bengaluru | Hoodi — KR Puram — Shivajinagar |
| 320H | Gandhipura to Shivajinagar | Via Hoodi — KR Puram — Shivajinagar |
| V-500F | Vajra AC | Hoodi — ORR corridor — Vajra AC service |
| KBS-1K | KBS to Whitefield | Majestic — Vijayanagar — Hoodi — Whitefield |
| SBS-1K | Shivajinagar to Whitefield | Via Hoodi |
| SBS-13K | Shivajinagar to Whitefield variant | Via Hoodi corridor |
| 507B | Various | Hoodi — Peenya via Majestic |
| 320 | Immadiahalli to Shivajinagar | Via Hoodi — KR Puram |
| 324 | Immadiahalli to KR Market | Via Hoodi |
Nearby Area
Hoodi Circle Commercial Zone — The immediate surroundings of Hoodi Bus Stop comprise one of East Bengaluru’s most active commercial intersections — with hardware shops, electronics, restaurants, clothing, and service businesses lining all four approach roads. The circle’s energy is palpable from morning to late evening.
ITPL — International Tech Park Bengaluru — Approximately 5 kilometres from Hoodi, ITPL in Whitefield is one of India’s most iconic technology parks and the original flagship of Bengaluru’s IT economy. Thousands of professionals boarding buses at Hoodi each day are destined for ITPL’s offices.
Marathahalli — Located approximately 4 kilometres southwest of Hoodi on the Outer Ring Road, Marathahalli is East Bengaluru’s busiest commercial and IT corridor — a zone of tech parks, malls, restaurants, and apartment complexes that generates enormous commuter traffic through the Hoodi junction daily.
Whitefield — The broader Whitefield area begins immediately east of Hoodi — an expansive residential and IT zone housing numerous global technology campuses, gated communities, and the vibrant Whitefield Main Road commercial strip.
Hoodi Metro Station — Purple Line — The Namma Metro Purple Line station at Hoodi, inaugurated in March 2023, has fundamentally transformed the area’s connectivity — providing rapid transit to MG Road in approximately 35 minutes and eliminating the dependence on road travel for thousands of commuters navigating the infamously congested Whitefield-Majestic corridor.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is there a Metro station at Hoodi? Yes. Hoodi Metro Station on the Namma Metro Purple Line is directly adjacent to the bus stop — operational since March 2023, running from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Q2. Which bus goes from Hoodi to ITPL Whitefield? KBS-1K, SBS-1K, and SBS-13K connect Hoodi to the Whitefield-ITPL corridor directly. Route V-500F also serves this zone with AC Volvo service.
Q3. How far is Hoodi from KR Puram? Approximately 5 kilometres — 10 to 20 minutes by BMTC bus or auto-rickshaw depending on traffic.
Q4. What time does the first bus arrive at Hoodi Bus Stop? Regular BMTC services begin from approximately 5:00 AM. The metro begins at 5:00 AM. Auto-rickshaws are available from 5:30 AM.
Q5. Is Hoodi Railway Station near the bus stop? Yes. Hoodi Railway Station is approximately 0.34 kilometres — under 5 minutes’ walk from the bus stop.
Q6. Is Hoodi Circle safe during late evenings? Yes. Hoodi Circle is a busy, well-lit commercial intersection with activity continuing into late evening. Standard safety awareness applies after 10:00 PM.
