BMTC 242-FB Bus: Kempegowda Bus Station to Yalachaguppe — Timings, Stops, Fare

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BMTC 242-FB Bus Route

Kempegowda Bus Station→Yalachaguppe

Complete guide with live timings, bus stops, fare, first & last bus, frequency and travel tips for the BMTC 242-FB bus in Bengaluru.

⏰ First: 8:50 PM🌙 Last: 8:50 PM🚦 Limited📍 40 Stops (both ways)🪙 ₹17 – ₹37⏱️ ~1h 40min

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📋 Quick Facts

Route Number
242-FB
Route Type
Ordinary Routes
From
Kempegowda Bus Station
To
Yalachaguppe
Total Stops
40
Daily Trips
1 trips
First Bus
8:50 PM
Last Bus
8:50 PM
Approx Fare
₹17 – ₹37
Travel Time
~1h 40min

🚌 Route Overview

The BMTC 242-FB bus is a regular ordinary route service operated by Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation, plying between Kempegowda Bus Station and Yalachaguppe. The route covers 40 stops and runs approximately 1 trips per day in both directions. Limited service — check the live tracker for today’s bus. This is one of BMTC’s ordinary routes serving the Kempegowda-Yalachaguppe corridor and is heavily used by daily commuters, students, office-goers and occasional travellers.

🗺️ Bus Stops on Route 242-FB

The 242-FB bus stops at the following 40 stop(s) en route from Kempegowda Bus Station to Yalachaguppe. Major boarding points are highlighted for connectivity to other BMTC, Namma Metro and KSRTC routes.

# Bus Stop Name
1 Kempegowda Bus Station ★ MAJOR
2 Okalipura
3 Minerva Mill
4 Magadi Road 1st Cross
5 Magadi Road 5th Cross
6 Magadi Road 10th Cross
7 Magadi Road Metro Station ★ MAJOR
8 Prasanna Theatre
9 Magadi Road Tollgate
10 Agrahara Dasarahalli
11 KHB Colony
12 Kamakshipalya
13 Summanahalli
14 Kottigepalya
15 Lakshmi Institution
16 Sunkadakatte
17 Janapriya Apartment
18 Herohalli Cross
19 Anjananagara
20 East West College Cross ★ MAJOR
21 Byadarahalli
22 Byadarahalli College Cross ★ MAJOR
23 Gollarahatti
24 Kachohalli Gate
25 Chikka Gollarahatti
26 Forest Gate
27 Machohalli Gate
28 Kadabagere Cross
29 Seegehalli Gate
30 Hamsa Farm
31 Channenahalli Arch
32 Channenahalli
33 Honaganahatti
34 Channadasipalya
35 Lakkuppe
36 Ganesha Temple Tavarekere
37 Tavarekere
38 Manjunatha Nagara
39 Dodda Aladamara Cross
40 Yalachaguppe

⏰ 242-FB Bus Timings & Schedule

Frequency: Limited service — check the live tracker for today’s bus.

Onward Journey
First Bus
8:50 PM
Last Bus
8:50 PM
1 daily trips from Kempegowda Bus Station
🟢 Sample Onward Departures from Kempegowda Bus Station:

8:50 PM

💰 Fare & Ticket Prices

Approx Fare
₹17 – ₹37
Daily Pass
₹60-120
Monthly Pass
₹1,050-2,500

The fare for the 242-FB route is ₹17 – ₹37 depending on boarding and alighting stops. BMTC accepts cash, BMTC Smart Card, Namma Metro open-loop card and contactless UPI via the Namma BMTC app. Senior citizens, students with valid ID and persons with disabilities are eligible for concessionary fares — see our complete BMTC fare chart for details.

💡 Travel Tips for 242-FB

  • Track the bus live on the Namma BMTC app or Google Maps before leaving home.
  • Carry small change or use UPI — conductors may not have change for large notes.
  • If you ride more than 2 trips/day, a daily pass (₹60 ordinary / ₹120 AC) saves money.
  • Peak hours (7:30-10:30 AM, 5:00-9:30 PM) — board early to get a seat; the second bus is often emptier.
  • Women travellers can use the 6 reserved seats near the front of the bus.
  • Where the route crosses a Namma Metro station, switching to metro for cross-city is usually faster.

📍 Nearby Landmarks & Connections

Along the 242-FB route, you’ll pass several useful landmarks for navigation and transfers. The grouped list below highlights key boarding points, transit interchanges and connectivity options.

🚇 Metro Stations
Magadi Road Metro Station
🎓 Schools & Colleges
East West College Cross, Byadarahalli College Cross
🏛️ Bus Terminals
Kempegowda Bus Station

📡 How to Track 242-FB Bus Live

📱 3 Easy Ways to Track 242-FB

  1. Namma BMTC App: Tap “Track Bus” → enter “242-FB” → see live position on map.
  2. Google Maps: Search “BMTC 242-FB” → see live arrival times at your stop.
  3. Tummoc / Moovit: Multi-modal trip planning with BMTC + Namma Metro combined.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the first bus on BMTC 242-FB?
The first bus on BMTC 242-FB from Kempegowda Bus Station leaves at 8:50 PM.
Q2. What is the last bus on BMTC 242-FB?
The last bus on BMTC 242-FB from Kempegowda Bus Station leaves at 8:50 PM.
Q3. How many trips does BMTC 242-FB run per day?
BMTC 242-FB runs approximately 1 trips per day across both directions.
Q4. What is the fare on BMTC 242-FB?
The fare on BMTC 242-FB is approximately ₹17 – ₹37 depending on distance travelled.
Q5. How to track BMTC 242-FB bus live?
Open the Namma BMTC app or Google Maps and search 'BMTC 242-FB' to see live bus position.
Q6. Does BMTC 242-FB connect to Namma Metro?
Yes — the route passes metro stations. Look for stops ending with Metro Station for easy transfers.

🔗 External Resources & References

🏛️ Official BMTC
BMTC Official Website — schedules, fares, passes
📚 Wikipedia
BMTC on Wikipedia — history & overview
📱 Namma BMTC App
Namma BMTC on Play Store — live tracking
🗺️ Google Maps
🚇 Namma Metro
BMRCL Official — metro connections
✈️ Bangalore Airport

🚌 Plan Your Trip on BMTC 242-FB

Track the 242-FB bus live, buy tickets and passes online, and get instant ETAs at any stop — all from the official Namma BMTC app. For more Bangalore bus info, browse our complete BMTC route directory or check today’s bus timings.

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