LP Bus Stop — widely known as Lakdikapul Bus Stop or simply “LP” in Hyderabad’s transit shorthand — is one of the most centrally positioned and most historically resonant transit hubs in the city. Situated in the Lakdikapul neighbourhood on the southern banks of Hussain Sagar Lake, this TSRTC bus stop sits at a major intersection connecting the Hyderabad Metro Red Line, the Hyderabad–Secunderabad MMTS suburban rail network, and multiple TSRTC city bus corridors into one compact, intensely active transit zone.
Lakdikapul’s name — translating literally to “wooden bridge” in Telugu — recalls the historic wooden bridge that once spanned the Musi River at this location, linking the old city with the expanding northern settlements of colonial Hyderabad. That connectivity legacy continues today: LP Bus Stop remains one of the most essential transit reference points in the city, appearing in route names, directional instructions, and commuter conversations across Hyderabad’s entire bus and rail network.
Location and Address
LP Bus Stop (Lakdikapul) is located in the Lakdikapul neighbourhood — on the southern edge of Hussain Sagar Lake — in central Hyderabad.
- Address: Lakdikapul Bus Stop (LP), Lakdikapul, Hyderabad — 500004, Telangana
- Coordinates: 17.4037°N, 78.4632°E
The stop is approximately 5 kilometres from MGBS Hyderabad, 3 kilometres from Secunderabad Railway Station, 2 kilometres from Khairatabad, 1 kilometre from Hussain Sagar Lake, and 13 minutes’ walk from Khairatabad Metro Station on the Hyderabad Metro Red Line.
How to Reach LP Bus Stop (Lakdikapul)
| Mode of Transport | Details | Approx. Time |
| Hyderabad Metro — Red Line | Lakdi-Ka-Pul Metro Station — 5-minute walk | 15 — 20 min from MGBS or Ameerpet |
| MMTS Suburban Rail | Lakdikapul MMTS Station — directly accessible | 10 — 15 min from Secunderabad |
| TSRTC City Bus | Routes 5, 5BL, 5L, 6B, 6C, 12, 41, 113K, 113M, 127K, 222L, AM | Frequent throughout the day |
| Auto-Rickshaw | Available throughout the day in the area | Readily available |
| App-Based Cab | Ola, Uber active in the zone | 10 — 25 minutes from city centre |
| Private Vehicle | Directly accessible from Rajbhavan Road / LP Crossroads | Good road connectivity |
LP Bus Stop Timings
| Service | First Bus | Last Bus | Notes |
| TSRTC AM Pushpak — Airport | 3:20 AM | 2:49 AM (next day) | Near-24-hour service |
| TSRTC Regular City Buses | 5:00 AM | 11:00 PM | Multiple routes — daily |
| TSRTC Route 5 — Mehdipatnam to Chilkalguda | 5:00 AM | 10:30 PM | 9 stops |
| TSRTC Route 113K — Uppal to Kukatpally | 5:00 AM | 10:30 PM | Frequent — cross-city |
| TSRTC Route 113K/L | 5:00 AM | 10:30 PM | LP to Uppal Depot |
| TSRTC Route 6C — LP to Gachibowli | 5:00 AM | 10:30 PM | IT corridor connectivity |
| TSRTC Route 12 — Ramnagar to VBIT | 5:30 AM | 10:30 PM | IT Park — LP corridor |
| Hyderabad Metro — Red Line | 6:00 AM | 11:28 PM | Lakdi-Ka-Pul Metro Station |
| MMTS — Lakdikapul | 5:11 AM | 10:22 PM | Suburban rail services |
Facilities at LP Bus Stop (Lakdikapul)
| Facility | Status | Details |
| Bus Shelter | ✅ Available | Covered stop at Lakdikapul 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 Railway Station — direct access |
| Food and Tea Stalls | ✅ Available | Vendors on Rajbhavan Road and LP crossing |
| ATM | ✅ Available | Multiple banks in Khairatabad and LP commercial area |
| Auto-Rickshaw Stand | ✅ Available | Available throughout the day |
| Pharmacy | ✅ Available | Medical shops near Birla Mandir Road |
| App-Based Cab Zone | ✅ Active | Ola, Uber pickup around LP junction |
| Commercial Zone | ✅ Active | Hussain Sagar lakeside and Rajbhavan Road shops |
Major TSRTC Bus Routes From LP Bus Stop
| Route | Route Details | Key Destinations |
| 5 | Mehdipatnam to Chilkalguda | Mehdipatnam — LP — Secretariat — Chilkalguda |
| 5BL | LP to Secunderabad | Via Secretariat — Nampally — Secunderabad |
| 5L | LP to Secunderabad (Medchal) | Via Secretariat — Nampally — Medchal Road |
| 5GB | LP to Gachibowli | Via Khairatabad — Ameerpet — IT corridor |
| 6B | Ramnagar SBH to Ocean Park | Via LP — ORR route |
| 6C | LP to Gachibowli | Via Ameerpet — Madhapur — IT zone |
| 12 | Ramnagar Gundu to VBIT | Via LP — KPHB — Balanagar |
| 41 | Jagadgirigutta to Koti Women’s College | Via LP — cross-city |
| 113K | LP to Kukatpally Bus Depot | LP — Khairatabad — Ameerpet — KPHB — KP |
| 113K/L | LP to Uppal Depot | LP — Ameerpet — ECIL — Uppal |
| 113M/W | Various | LP — 113 series north-south routes |
| 127K | LP to Kukatpally | Via Ameerpet — KPHB |
| 222L | LP — Various | Cross-city LP corridor services |
| AM Pushpak | LP to RGIA Airport | Pushpak airport liner — 3:20 AM first service |
Nearby Area
Hussain Sagar Lake — One of Hyderabad’s most iconic and most beloved urban landmarks, Hussain Sagar Lake is approximately 1 kilometre from LP Bus Stop. The 5.7-square-kilometre artificial lake — built in 1562 during the reign of Ibrahim Quli Qutb Shah — is the defining natural feature of the Hyderabad cityscape, and its shoreline promenade (Necklace Road) is one of the most popular recreational destinations in the city.
Birla Mandir — The magnificent Birla Mandir temple, built entirely from white Rajasthan marble and perched dramatically on Kala Pahad hill overlooking Hussain Sagar, is approximately 10 minutes’ walk from LP Bus Stop. The temple’s gleaming white silhouette against the Hyderabad skyline is one of the city’s most recognisable and most photographed images.
Hyderabad Secretariat and Rajbhavan — The Telangana Secretariat — seat of the state government — and the adjacent Raj Bhavan (Governor’s residence) are located within the Lakdikapul — Khairatabad zone. The proximity of these institutions to LP Bus Stop gives the area its distinctly formal, governmental character — suits and officials are a common sight in the commuter crowd.
Khairatabad — The commercial and institutional area of Khairatabad is directly accessible from LP Bus Stop — home to the iconic Khairatabad Ganesh — India’s largest clay Ganesh idol unveiled annually during Ganesh Chaturthi — and one of Hyderabad’s most significant traditional commercial corridors.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What does LP stand for in LP Bus Stop Hyderabad?
A: LP stands for Lakdikapul — the neighbourhood name derived from “Lakdi Ka Pool” meaning wooden bridge, referring to the historic wooden bridge that once connected this area across the Musi River.
Q2. Is there a Metro station at Lakdikapul?
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.
Q3. Is the MMTS station close to LP Bus Stop?
A: Yes. Lakdikapul MMTS Railway Station is directly accessible — providing suburban rail connectivity to Secunderabad, Begumpet, and other MMTS-served zones.
Q4. Which bus goes from LP to Gachibowli IT zone?
A: Routes 5GB and 6C connect Lakdikapul to the Gachibowli IT corridor directly via Ameerpet and Madhapur.
Q5. Is the Pushpak airport bus available from LP Bus Stop?
A: Yes. The AM Pushpak route departs from near LP as early as 3:20 AM — one of the earliest airport bus connections from central Hyderabad.
Q6. How far is Hussain Sagar from LP Bus Stop?
A: The lakeside is approximately 1 kilometre — a pleasant 10 to 12-minute walk from the bus stop through the Raj Bhavan Road approach.
