BMTC 257-A HKH-KBS Bus: Harokyatanahalli to Kempegowda Bus Station — Timings, Stops, Fare

BMTC 257-A HKH-KBS
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BMTC 257-A HKH-KBS Bus Route

Harokyatanahalli→Kempegowda Bus Station

Complete guide with live timings, bus stops, fare, first & last bus, frequency and travel tips for the BMTC 257-A HKH-KBS bus in Bengaluru.

⏰ First: 8:25 AM🌙 Last: 6:55 PM🚦 Limited📍 34 Stops (both ways)🪙 ₹15 – ₹33⏱️ ~1h 25min

✨ ROUTE HIGHLIGHTS (AI-DETECTED)

🚇 Metro Connect🛍️ Shopping Hub🚉 Railway Connect🏛️ Bus Terminal📏 Medium Distance

📋 Quick Facts

Route Number
257-A HKH-KBS
Route Type
Ordinary Routes
From
Harokyatanahalli
To
Kempegowda Bus Station
Total Stops
34
Daily Trips
2 trips
First Bus
8:25 AM
Last Bus
6:55 PM
Approx Fare
₹15 – ₹33
Travel Time
~1h 25min

🚌 Route Overview

The BMTC 257-A HKH-KBS bus is a regular ordinary route service operated by Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation, plying between Harokyatanahalli and Kempegowda Bus Station. The route covers 34 stops and runs approximately 2 trips per day in both directions. Limited service — only a few trips per day. This is one of BMTC’s ordinary routes serving the Harokyatanahalli-Kempegowda corridor and is heavily used by daily commuters, students, office-goers and occasional travellers.

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🗺️ Bus Stops on Route 257-A HKH-KBS

The 257-A HKH-KBS bus stops at the following 34 stop(s) en route from Harokyatanahalli to Kempegowda Bus Station. Major boarding points are highlighted for connectivity to other BMTC, Namma Metro and KSRTC routes.

# Bus Stop Name
1 Harokyatanahalli
2 Makali
3 Makali
4 Madanayakanahalli
5 TCI
6 NICE Road Madavara
7 Anchepalya
8 Jindal
9 Chikkabidarakallu
10 Marison Factory
11 Manjunathanagara Metro Station ★ MAJOR
12 Widia Factory
13 Deepak Factory
14 8th Mile Dasarahalli
15 T Dasarahalli
16 Jalahalli Cross
17 Peenya Industry Metro Station ★ MAJOR
18 SRS Peenya
19 Peenya Metro Station ★ MAJOR
20 CMTI
21 Goraguntepalya
22 MEI Factory
23 RMC Yard (Yeshawanthapura New Railway Station) ★ MAJOR
24 Govardhan Talkies
25 Yeshawanthapura Bus Station – Platform 2 ★ MAJOR
26 Tata Institute
27 Malleshwaram 18th Cross ★ MAJOR
28 Malleshwaram 13th Cross ★ MAJOR
29 Malleshwaram 11th Cross ★ MAJOR
30 Malleshwara 8th Cross ★ MAJOR
31 Malleshwara Circle ★ MAJOR
32 Link Road
33 Central
34 Kempegowda Bus Station ★ MAJOR

⏰ 257-A HKH-KBS Bus Timings & Schedule

Frequency: Limited service — only a few trips per day.

Onward Journey
First Bus
8:25 AM
Last Bus
6:55 PM
2 daily trips from Harokyatanahalli
🟢 Sample Onward Departures from Harokyatanahalli:

8:25 AM · 6:55 PM

💰 Fare & Ticket Prices

Approx Fare
₹15 – ₹33
Daily Pass
₹60-120
Monthly Pass
₹1,050-2,500

The fare for the 257-A HKH-KBS route is ₹15 – ₹33 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.

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💡 Travel Tips for 257-A HKH-KBS

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

🚉 Railway Stations
RMC Yard (Yeshawanthapura New Railway Station)
🚇 Metro Stations
Peenya Industry Metro Station, Manjunathanagara Metro Station, Peenya Metro Station
🛍️ Shopping
Malleshwaram 11th Cross, Malleshwara 8th Cross, Malleshwaram 18th Cross, Malleshwaram 13th Cross, Malleshwara Circle
🏛️ Bus Terminals
Yeshawanthapura Bus Station – Platform 2, Kempegowda Bus Station

📡 How to Track 257-A HKH-KBS Bus Live

📱 3 Easy Ways to Track 257-A HKH-KBS

  1. Namma BMTC App: Tap “Track Bus” → enter “257-A HKH-KBS” → see live position on map.
  2. Google Maps: Search “BMTC 257-A HKH-KBS” → 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 257-A HKH-KBS?
The first bus on BMTC 257-A HKH-KBS from Harokyatanahalli leaves at 8:25 AM.
Q2. What is the last bus on BMTC 257-A HKH-KBS?
The last bus on BMTC 257-A HKH-KBS from Harokyatanahalli leaves at 6:55 PM.
Q3. How many trips does BMTC 257-A HKH-KBS run per day?
BMTC 257-A HKH-KBS runs approximately 2 trips per day across both directions.
Q4. What is the fare on BMTC 257-A HKH-KBS?
The fare on BMTC 257-A HKH-KBS is approximately ₹15 – ₹33 depending on distance travelled.
Q5. How to track BMTC 257-A HKH-KBS bus live?
Open the Namma BMTC app or Google Maps and search 'BMTC 257-A HKH-KBS' to see live bus position.
Q6. Does BMTC 257-A HKH-KBS 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

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