BMTC 223-D Bus: KR Market (Kalasipalya) – Platform 5B to Dodda Basti — Timings, Stops, …

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BMTC 223-D Bus Route

KR Market (Kalasipalya) – Platform 5B→Dodda Basti

Complete guide with live timings, bus stops, fare, first & last bus, frequency and travel tips for the BMTC 223-D bus in Bengaluru.

⏰ First: 5:00 AM🌙 Last: 10:10 PM🚦 Very Frequent📍 55 Stops (both ways)🪙 ₹13 – ₹29⏱️ ~1h 10min

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📋 Quick Facts

Route Number
223-D
Route Type
Ordinary Routes
From
KR Market (Kalasipalya) – Platform 5B
To
Dodda Basti
Total Stops
28 / 27 (return)
Daily Trips
144 trips
First Bus
5:00 AM
Last Bus
10:10 PM
Approx Fare
₹13 – ₹29
Travel Time
~1h 10min

🚌 Route Overview

The BMTC 223-D bus is a regular ordinary route service operated by Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation, plying between KR Market (Kalasipalya) – Platform 5B and Dodda Basti with return services available. The route covers 28-27 stops and runs approximately 144 trips per day in both directions. Very frequent — a bus roughly every 5-10 minutes during peak hours. This is one of BMTC’s ordinary routes serving the KR-Dodda corridor and is heavily used by daily commuters, students, office-goers and occasional travellers.

🗺️ Bus Stops on Route 223-D

The 223-D bus stops at the following 28 stop(s) en route from KR Market (Kalasipalya) – Platform 5B to Dodda Basti. Major boarding points are highlighted for connectivity to other BMTC, Namma Metro and KSRTC routes.

# Bus Stop Name
1 KR Market (Kalasipalya) – Platform 5B ★ MAJOR
2 Rayan Circle
3 Water Tank Chamarajapet
4 Chamarajapet
5 Sirsi Circle
6 Mysore Road TollGate
7 New Guddadahalli
8 Mysore Road Bus Station ★ MAJOR
9 BHEL
10 Mysore Road Metro Station ★ MAJOR
11 Nayandahalli
12 BWSSB Quarters Nayandahalli
13 Rajarajeshwari nagara Gate
14 Bengaluru University Gate (JBMS)
15 BUC Ladies Hostel
16 BUC Library
17 BUC ADM Block
18 Bengaluru University Quarters
19 PVP School
20 Mariyappanapalya
21 Kenchanapura Cross
22 Bhuvaneshwari Nagara 1st Stage
23 Bhuvaneshwari Nagara 2nd Stage
24 Sonnenahalli Bridge
25 Sonnenahalli
26 Shivaji Hotel
27 Chikka Basti Masjid
28 Dodda Basti
↩️ Return Journey Stops (27): Dodda Basti, Chikka Basti Masjid, Shivaji Hotel, Sonnenahalli, Sonnenahalli Bridge, Bhuvaneshwari Nagara 2nd Stage, Bhuvaneshwari Nagara 1st Stage, Kenchanapura Cross, Mariyappanapalya, PVP School, Bengaluru University Quarters, BUC ADM Block, BUC Library, BUC Ladies Hostel, Bengaluru University Gate (JBMS), Rajarajeshwari nagara Gate, BWSSB Quarters Nayandahalli, Nayandahalli, Mysore Road Metro Station, BHEL, Bapujinagara, New Guddadahalli, Mysore Road TollGate, Sirsi Circle, Vinayaka Talkies … (+2 more)

⏰ 223-D Bus Timings & Schedule

Frequency: Very frequent — a bus roughly every 5-10 minutes during peak hours.

Onward Journey
First Bus
5:00 AM
Last Bus
10:10 PM
73 daily trips from KR Market (Kalasipalya) – Platform 5B
Return Journey
First Bus
4:10 AM
Last Bus
9:15 PM
71 daily trips from Dodda Basti
🟢 Sample Onward Departures from KR Market (Kalasipalya) – Platform 5B:

5:00 AM · 5:30 AM · 5:50 AM · 5:55 AM · 6:15 AM · 6:35 AM · 6:55 AM · 7:25 AM · 7:35 AM · 7:50 AM · 8:00 AM · 8:10 AM … (and 61 more)
🔴 Sample Return Departures from Dodda Basti:

4:10 AM · 4:55 AM · 5:10 AM · 5:20 AM · 5:40 AM · 6:00 AM · 6:25 AM · 6:40 AM · 6:50 AM · 7:05 AM · 7:10 AM · 7:25 AM … (and 59 more)

💰 Fare & Ticket Prices

Approx Fare
₹13 – ₹29
Daily Pass
₹60-120
Monthly Pass
₹1,050-2,500

The fare for the 223-D route is ₹13 – ₹29 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 223-D

  • 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 223-D route, you’ll pass several useful landmarks for navigation and transfers. The grouped list below highlights key boarding points, transit interchanges and connectivity options.

🎓 Schools & Colleges
Bengaluru University Quarters, Bengaluru University Gate (JBMS), PVP School
🚇 Metro Stations
Mysore Road Metro Station
🏛️ Bus Terminals
Mysore Road Bus Station
🛍️ Shopping
KR Market (Kalasipalya) – Platform 5B

📡 How to Track 223-D Bus Live

📱 3 Easy Ways to Track 223-D

  1. Namma BMTC App: Tap “Track Bus” → enter “223-D” → see live position on map.
  2. Google Maps: Search “BMTC 223-D” → 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 223-D?
The first bus on BMTC 223-D from KR Market (Kalasipalya) – Platform 5B leaves at 5:00 AM.
Q2. What is the last bus on BMTC 223-D?
The last bus on BMTC 223-D from KR Market (Kalasipalya) – Platform 5B leaves at 10:10 PM.
Q3. How many trips does BMTC 223-D run per day?
BMTC 223-D runs approximately 144 trips per day across both directions.
Q4. What is the fare on BMTC 223-D?
The fare on BMTC 223-D is approximately ₹13 – ₹29 depending on distance travelled.
Q5. How to track BMTC 223-D bus live?
Open the Namma BMTC app or Google Maps and search 'BMTC 223-D' to see live bus position.
Q6. Does BMTC 223-D 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 223-D

Track the 223-D 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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