Sarjapur Road, located in East Bangalore, has grown into a major residential and IT hub. With more people living and working here, public transport—especially BMTC buses—has become essential. This guide gives you everything you need to know about Sarjapur Road's bus routes, new updates, frequencies, and how to commute better in 2025.

Understanding the BMTC Network on Sarjapur Road Key Bus Stops & Hubs

1. Sarjapur Signal – A key junction connecting local routes.
2. Carmelaram Cross – Near Carmelaram Railway Station.
3. Kodathi Gate & Dommasandra Circle – Residential hotspots with feeder access.
4. Bellandur Gate & Ibbaluru – Near tech parks and apartments.
5. Wipro Campus – Major stop for IT employees, especially near Birla Evara Sarjapur.

Types of BMTC Buses on Sarjapur Road

1. Ordinary Buses (Red/Green): Affordable and run frequently.
2. Vajra (AC Volvo/BharatBenz): Premium and fast, ideal for long routes like Majestic or Airport (e.g., 342F Vajra).
3. Vayu Vajra (Airport AC buses): Connect Sarjapur Road to Kempegowda Airport (e.g., KIA-8D, KIA-8H).
4. Feeder Buses: Help you reach metro stations or smaller roads (e.g., MF-51, MF-52).

Detailed Bus Routes and Frequencies (As of June 2025)
A. To IT Hubs & Business Districts Electronic City

1. Route: No direct service. Use connecting buses via Attibele or Central Silk Board.
2. Step 1: Take 342 series bus to Attibele.
3. Step 2: From Attibele, connect via 360B, 600F, or KBS3A.
4. Frequency: 15–30 mins during peak hours.
5. Travel Time: 60–75 mins (with transfer).
6. Fare: ₹35–₹50 total.

Outer Ring Road – Bellandur, Ecospace, Marathahalli

1. Bus Numbers: 500-CH, 500-CS, V500DA, 342F
2. Key Stops: Bellandur Gate, Iblur, Kadubeesanahalli, RMZ Ecospace
3. Frequency: Every 15–20 mins peak, 30–40 mins off-peak
4. Fare: ₹25–₹45

Koramangala

1. Bus Numbers: G2, 342A, 342F
2. Interchange: Some require changes at Agara or HSR Layout
3. Travel Time: 40–60 mins
4. Fare: ₹20–₹35

Whitefield

1. Bus Numbers: 328-H, 500-CH
2. Stops: Dommasandra, Varthur, Whitefield Post Office
3. Frequency: ~30 mins
4. Travel Time: ~60 mins
5. Fare: ₹30–₹45

Majestic / Shivajinagar

1. Bus Numbers: 342A, 342F (Vajra also available)
2. Stops: Silk Board, KR Market, Town Hall
3. Frequency: Every 10–20 mins during peak
4. Travel Time: 60–80 mins
5. Fare: ₹25–₹70 (ordinary vs AC)

B. To Other Important Areas
Kempegowda International Airport (KIA)

1. KIA-8H (New): Via Attibele → Sarjapur → Kodathi Gate → Bellandur → KR Puram → Hebbal → Airport
2. KIA-8D: From Wipro/Doddakannalli to KIA
3. Timings: Every hour
4. Fare: ₹280 (approx.)
5. Features: AC, luggage space, real-time tracking via Vayu Vajra app

Hospitals

1. St. John's Hospital: Take 342F or connect at Koramangala
2. Manipal Hospital (Old Airport Road): Use 500-CH to Wind Tunnel Road

Shopping Malls

1. Forum Neighbourhood Mall, Whitefield: Via 328-H
2. Central Mall, Bellandur: Via 500-CS, 342F

New Additions and Developments (2025 Updates)
New Bus Route: KIA-8H (May 2025)

1. Covers deep Sarjapur Road areas like Bidaraguppe, Dommasandra, and Kodathi.
2. A direct AC route to the airport, especially useful for Birla Evara residents.
3. Hourly buses from Attibele and KIA.

Feeder Services & Metro Links

1. MF-51 & MF-52 connect Sarjapur Road to Purple Line stations (Whitefield, KR Puram).
2. Yellow Line to Huskur expected to open by July 2025.

Red Line Metro (Hebbal–Sarjapur)

1. Length: 36.5 km | 28 Stations
2. Key Stops: Sarjapur, Carmelaram, Koramangala, Hebbal
3. Status: Central approval awaited, pillars rising at Sarjapur junction
4. Completion: Expected by 2031

BMTC Bus Passes & Fares (2025–26) Fares

1. Ordinary Bus: ₹10–₹30
2. Vajra (AC): ₹30–₹90
3. Airport Bus: ₹270–₹300

BMTC Bus Passes

1. Daily Pass: ₹70 (Ordinary), ₹90 (Vajra)
2. Student Monthly:
   1. PUC – ₹1,050
   2. Degree – ₹1,300
   3. Technical/Medical – ₹1,830
   4. SC/ST – ₹150
   5. Apply via Seva Sindhu
3. Public Monthly: ₹1,050 (Ordinary), ₹2,100 (Vajra)
4. Where to Buy: Bangalore One Centers, Seva Sindhu Portal, BMTC counters at Majestic

Tips for Commuting by Bus on Sarjapur Road

1. Use Google Maps or Moovit for accurate real-time tracking
2. BMTC Namma App is improving but still buggy as of mid-2025
3. Carry change for ticketing
4. Avoid peak hours (8–10 AM, 5–8 PM) when possible
5. Combine with metro or ride-share for faster last-mile access
6. Stay safe: Use designated stops, avoid isolated areas late at night

Why This Matters

A strong public transport network helps reduce traffic, saves money, and cuts pollution. For people living in or moving to projects like Birla Evara Sarjapur, buses provide dependable daily travel. Whether you're heading to work in ORR, shopping in Whitefield, or flying from KIA, BMTC buses are becoming a reliable way to move across Bangalore.