Kengeri Bus Terminal Metro Station - Multimodal Hub on Purple Line
Purple Line
Kengeri Bus Terminal Metro Station is an important multimodal transit hub on the Purple Line, directly integrated with the Kengeri TTMC (Travel Terminal cum Metro Centre). This elevated station opened in June 2023 as part of the Purple Line western extension and enables seamless transfers between metro and KSRTC/BMTC bus services, particularly for commuters travelling towards Mysore and southwest Bangalore.
Station Details
Station Code
KBT
Line
Purple Line
Platforms
2 (Side platforms)
First Train
5:00 AM Tue–Sat, ~4:15 AM Mon (Sun 7:00 AM)
Last Train
11:00 PM
Parking
Yes
Daily Footfall
~18,000
Nearest Landmark
Kengeri TTMC (Adjacent)
Address
Kengeri, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560060
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Exits & Entrances
Exit A — Kengeri Bus Terminal (TTMC)
TTMC Kengeri (Adjacent), Kengeri Satellite Town
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator
Exit B — Mysore Road
Kengeri Satellite Town (500m), Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology (1.5km)
Stairs, Elevator
Area Guide
Busy transport interchange serving the Kengeri Satellite Town and surrounding areas. Mix of daily commuters, students, and outstation travelers.
Kengeri Bus Terminal station opened in June 2023 as part of the Purple Line extension. The adjacent TTMC was built to consolidate bus operations in the Kengeri area and create a true multimodal interchange.
Nearby Places
Kengeri TTMC (Travel Terminal cum Metro Centre) — Adjacent (1 min)
Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology — 1.5km (18 mins)
Kengeri Satellite Town Schools & Colleges — 500m-1.5km
Kengeri Lake — 1km (13 mins)
Kengeri Satellite Town Market — 500m (7 mins)
Bus Terminal Eateries — Adjacent
Kengeri Satellite Town Restaurants — 500m-1km
Auto & Cab Options
Availability: Very High
Share autos to Dr. Ambedkar Institute and satellite town available
Ola/Uber: 3-5 min wait
Tips for Kengeri Bus Terminal Station
First-time visitor: Exit A leads directly to the TTMC bus terminal. Don't confuse with 'Kengeri' station (previous stop, 1.3km away).
Buses: This is the best station for KSRTC bus connections to Mysore and southwest Karnataka.
Parking: Large parking facility available at TTMC for park-and-ride commuters.
Mysore: KSRTC buses to Mysore available from the TTMC at frequent intervals.
Crowd & Peak Hours
Morning rush: 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM (High). Bus-metro transfers create high demand at peak hours
Evening rush: 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Very High). Return commuters from city transferring to buses
Off-peak: 11 AM - 4 PM (Moderate). Steady footfall from bus-metro transfers
Weekends: Moderate to High. Outstation travelers heading to/from Mysore region
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the timings of Kengeri Bus Terminal Metro Station?
Kengeri Bus Terminal Metro Station trains run from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM (Tuesday–Saturday; Mondays start earlier at ~4:15 AM). Sunday first train is at 7:00 AM. The station is on the Purple Line, opened June 2023.
Can I catch a bus to Mysore from Kengeri Bus Terminal Metro Station?
Yes. Take Exit A — the Kengeri TTMC (Travel Terminal cum Metro Centre) is directly adjacent, just 1 minute walk. KSRTC buses to Mysore run at frequent intervals from the TTMC. BMTC city buses are also available.
Is Kengeri Bus Terminal the same as Kengeri Metro Station?
No. They are separate stations on the Purple Line, about 1.3 km apart. Kengeri Bus Terminal (KBT) is one stop west of Kengeri (KGI). KBT is integrated with the TTMC bus terminal; KGI is closer to Kengeri Railway Station.
