Lakdikapool Bus Stop — colloquially referred to as LP Bus Stop — is one of Hyderabad’s most historically significant and most centrally positioned transit hubs, serving the lakeside Lakdikapool neighbourhood that sits at the southern edge of the iconic Hussain Sagar Lake. The name “Lakdi ka Pool” translates from Urdu as “wooden bridge” — recalling the historic wooden structure that once spanned the Musi River at this location, linking old Hyderabad with its expanding northern quarters during the Nizam era. That heritage of connectivity continues today: Lakdikapool Bus Stop is the point where TSRTC’s extensive city bus network, the Hyderabad Metro Red Line, and the MMTS suburban rail all converge in close proximity, creating one of the city’s most genuinely multi-modal transit zones.
The stop serves government workers at the adjacent Secretariat, students from nearby Nizam College, tourists visiting Hussain Sagar and Birla Mandir, and thousands of daily commuters navigating the central Hyderabad corridor — its passenger diversity a reflection of the rich social geography of this lakeside neighbourhood.
Location and Address
Lakdikapool Bus Stop is located in the Lakdikapool neighbourhood — on the southern shoreline of Hussain Sagar Lake — in central Hyderabad.
Address: Lakdikapool Bus Stop, Lakdikapool Road, Lakdikapool, Hyderabad — 500004, Telangana
Coordinates: 17.4037°N, 78.4632°E
The stop is approximately 5 kilometres from MGBS Hyderabad, 2 kilometres from Khairatabad, 1 kilometre from Hussain Sagar Lake, 2 kilometres from Birla Mandir, 3 kilometres from the Telangana Secretariat, and directly accessible from Lakdi-Ka-Pul Metro Station on the Hyderabad Metro Red Line.
How to Reach Lakdikapool Bus Stop
| Mode of Transport | Details | Approx. Time |
| Hyderabad Metro — Red Line | Lakdi-Ka-Pul Metro Station — 5-minute walk | 15 — 20 min from Ameerpet |
| MMTS Suburban Rail | Lakdikapul MMTS Station — direct access | 10 — 15 min from Secunderabad |
| TSRTC City Bus | Routes 5, 5B, 9, 38, 41, 49, 98, 113I/M, 113M/W, 113YK, 217D/A, 222A, 222L, 277MP | Frequent throughout the day |
| Auto-Rickshaw | Available throughout the day at Lakdikapool | Readily available |
| App-Based Cab | Ola, Uber active in the zone | 10 — 25 minutes from city centre |
| Private Vehicle | Rajbhavan Road / Lakdikapool Road direct access | Good road connectivity |
Lakdikapool Bus Stop Timings
| Service | First Bus | Last Bus | Notes |
| TSRTC Route 156/299 | 3:35 AM | Late night | First bus of the day at LP |
| TSRTC Route 222A | 5:00 AM | 1:17 AM (next day) | Last bus — near-24-hour service |
| TSRTC Route 113I/M | 5:00 AM | 10:30 PM | Frequent — cross-city |
| TSRTC Route 113M/W | 5:00 AM | 10:30 PM | LP to Miyapur via Ameerpet |
| TSRTC Route 113YK | 5:00 AM | 10:00 PM | LP corridor service |
| TSRTC Route 217D/A | 5:00 AM | 10:30 PM | LP to Dilsukhnagar via Abids |
| TSRTC Route 277MP | 5:00 AM | 10:30 PM | LP to Ibrahimpatnam — 55 stops |
| TSRTC Route 5B | 5:00 AM | 10:30 PM | LP to Secunderabad |
| TSRTC Route 9 | 5:00 AM | 10:30 PM | Regular city service |
| TSRTC Route 38 / 41 / 49 / 98 | 5:00 AM | 10:30 PM | Multiple corridors |
| TSRTC Route 9M | 5:00 AM | 10:30 PM | LP corridor |
| Hyderabad Metro Red Line | 6:00 AM | 11:28 PM | Lakdi-Ka-Pul Metro Station |
| MMTS Suburban Rail | 5:11 AM | 10:22 PM | Lakdikapul MMTS Station |
Facilities at Lakdikapool Bus Stop
| Facility | Status | Details |
| Bus Shelter | ✅ Available | Covered stop at Lakdikapool junction |
| Seating | ✅ Available | Passenger benches at the stop |
| Hyderabad Metro Access | ✅ Available | Lakdi-Ka-Pul Metro — Red Line — 5-min walk |
| MMTS Rail Access | ✅ Available | Lakdikapul MMTS Railway Station — direct |
| Food and Tea Stalls | ✅ Available | Vendors on Rajbhavan Road and LP junction |
| ATM | ✅ Available | Multiple banks near Khairatabad and LP area |
| Pharmacy | ✅ Available | Medical shops near Birla Mandir Road |
| Auto-Rickshaw Stand | ✅ Available | Available throughout the day |
| App-Based Cab Zone | ✅ Active | Ola, Uber pickup around LP junction |
| Commercial Zone | ✅ Active | Hussain Sagar lakeside shops and Rajbhavan Road |
Major TSRTC Bus Routes From Lakdikapool Bus Stop
| Route | Route Details | Key Destinations |
| 156/299 | First bus 3:35 AM | LP — cross-city early morning service |
| 222A | Last bus 1:17 AM | LP — Secunderabad — near-24-hour |
| 222L | Various | LP — city corridor |
| 113I/M | LP to Kukatpally via Ameerpet | LP — Khairatabad — Ameerpet — KPHB — Kukatpally |
| 113M/W | LP to Miyapur | Via Khairatabad — Ameerpet — Miyapur |
| 113YK | LP corridor variant | LP — north corridor services |
| 217D/A | LP to Dilsukhnagar via Abids | LP — Nampally — Koti — Abids — Dilsukhnagar |
| 277MP | LP to Ibrahimpatnam | LP — Mehdipatnam — 55 stops — 93 minutes |
| 5B | LP to Secunderabad | Via Secretariat — Nampally — Secunderabad |
| 9 | LP city service | Regular cross-city |
| 38 / 41 | Various | LP — multiple city corridors |
| 49 | Various | LP — cross-city service |
| 98 | Various | LP corridor service |
| 9M | LP corridor | Regular service |
Nearby Area
Hussain Sagar Lake — The most iconic natural landmark of Hyderabad, Hussain Sagar is a 5.7-square-kilometre reservoir built in 1562 during the Qutb Shahi dynasty that defines the visual identity of the city. The lake’s famous 18-metre rock-cut monolithic Buddha statue — installed on a central island in 1992 — is one of Hyderabad’s most photographed sights. The Necklace Road promenade along the lake’s southern shore is approximately 1 kilometre from Lakdikapool Bus Stop and is one of the most popular evening leisure destinations in the city.
Birla Mandir — Perched dramatically on Kala Pahad hill overlooking Hussain Sagar, Birla Mandir is a gleaming white marble temple built by the Birla Foundation in 1976 and dedicated to Lord Venkateswara. Approximately 10 minutes’ walk from the bus stop, the temple’s luminous white silhouette against the Hyderabad skyline is one of the most recognisable images in the city and draws thousands of devotees and tourists daily.
Telangana Secretariat — The seat of the Telangana state government — including the Chief Minister’s office and all state government ministries — is located within the Lakdikapool–Khairatabad zone, making the bus stop a significant daily boarding point for government employees, contractors, and citizens visiting administrative offices.
Khairatabad — The commercial and cultural neighbourhood of Khairatabad — famous for hosting India’s largest clay Ganesh idol during Ganesh Chaturthi — is directly accessible from Lakdikapool Bus Stop. The annual Ganesh festival transforms Khairatabad into one of Hyderabad’s most colourful and most vibrant cultural events.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the first bus at Lakdikapool Bus Stop?
A: Route 156/299 is the first bus, arriving at 3:35 AM — making Lakdikapool one of Hyderabad’s earliest-served city bus stops.
Q2. What is the last bus at Lakdikapool?
A: Route 222A is the last service, departing at 1:17 AM — giving the stop a near-24-hour operational window.
Q3. Is there a Metro at Lakdikapool?
A: Yes. Lakdi-Ka-Pul Metro Station on the Hyderabad Metro Red Line is approximately 5 minutes’ walk — operational from 6:00 AM to 11:28 PM.
Q4. Is MMTS available at Lakdikapool?
A: Yes. Lakdikapul MMTS Station provides suburban rail connectivity to Secunderabad, Begumpet, and other MMTS-served zones.
Q5. How far is Hussain Sagar from Lakdikapool Bus Stop?
A: The lakeside promenade is approximately 1 kilometre — a 10-minute walk from the bus stop along Rajbhavan Road.
Q6. Which route connects Lakdikapool to Kukatpally?
A: Route 113I/M connects Lakdikapool to Kukatpally Bus Depot directly via Khairatabad and Ameerpet.
Q7. How far is Birla Mandir from the bus stop?
A: Approximately 10 minutes on foot — the temple entrance is a pleasant walk from LP junction.
Q8. Which is the longest TSRTC route from Lakdikapool?
A: Route 277MP — Lakdikapool to Ibrahimpatnam — covers 55 stops across approximately 93 minutes, making it the longest direct service from this stop.
