How much does the Bangalore airport bus cost?

BMTC Vayu Vajra airport bus fares range from ₹200 to ₹420 depending on the route and boarding point. The cheapest route is KIA-9H from Hebbal (₹200–₹260), while the most expensive is KIA-8C from Chandapura (₹360–₹420). The popular KIA-8 from Majestic costs ₹280–₹350.

How often do airport buses run in Bangalore?

The busiest route KIA-9 (Majestic) runs every 10–20 minutes with 86+ daily departures. KIA-8 runs every 10–20 minutes with 89 daily trips. Most other routes operate every 25–45 minutes. The first buses start as early as 00:05 AM and last buses run until 11:35 PM.

What payment methods are accepted on Vayu Vajra buses?

You can pay using cash (exact change recommended), UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm), and BMTC smart cards. Some buses also accept contactless debit/credit cards. Buying a ticket onboard from the conductor is the most common method.

What are the operating hours of KIA airport buses?

Airport buses operate nearly 24 hours. The KIA-8 (Majestic) route runs from 00:10 AM to 11:35 PM with 89 departures daily. KIA-9 runs from 00:05 AM to 6:50 PM. Night services are available on multiple routes for late/early flights.

How much luggage can I carry on the airport bus?

Each passenger can carry up to 2 pieces of check-in luggage and 1 cabin bag. There is a dedicated luggage storage area at the front of the bus. Oversized items may not be allowed. There is no extra charge for standard luggage.

How early should I leave for the airport by bus?

For domestic flights, leave at least 3–3.5 hours before departure. For international flights, leave at least 4–4.5 hours early. This accounts for bus travel time, traffic delays, and airport check-in. During peak hours (8–10 AM, 5–8 PM), add an extra 30–60 minutes buffer.

Which is the fastest airport bus route from Bangalore?

KIA-9H from Hebbal is the shortest route (45 mins, ₹200–₹260). KIA-9 from Majestic is fast at 60 mins. If you're near a metro station, take the metro to Majestic and catch KIA-9 for the fastest overall journey.

Can I track the Vayu Vajra bus in real-time?

Yes, you can track BMTC buses using the official 'BMTC Official' app available on Android and iOS. Google Maps also shows live bus locations for some routes. At major bus stops like Majestic TTMC, electronic display boards show expected arrival times.

Bangalore Airport Bus Routes

BMTC Vayu Vajra — AC Volvo Buses to Kempegowda International Airport

AC Vayu Vajra buses connect all major Bangalore areas to Kempegowda International Airport. Affordable fares from ₹200, comfortable AC Volvo coaches, luggage storage, and real-time departure schedules.

22 Routes

₹200–₹420

Near 24-Hour Service

AC Volvo Buses

Most Popular Routes

Via: Mekhri Circle → JC Nagar → Halasur Lake → Indiranagar KFC → Hebbal

Via: BTM Layout → Madiwala → Shivajinagar → Hebbal

Via: Shivajinagar → Mekhri Circle → Hebbal

BTM Layout Kuvempu Nagar TTMC

Airport (KIA)

Via: Central Silk Board → Marathahalli Bridge → Tin Factory → Hebbal

Via: Kogilu Cross → Yelahanka

Upcoming Departures

KIA-6

Kengeri

18:05

in 2m

18:55

19:15

20:30

₹320-380 · 120m

KIA-7A

HSR BDA Complex

18:05

in 2m

18:25

18:45

19:25

₹300-360 · 115m

KIA-9H

Hebbal

18:05

in 2m

19:10

19:50

20:50

₹200-260 · 45m

KIA-8

KBS (Majestic)

18:10

in 7m

18:20

18:30

18:40

₹280-350 · 95m

KIA-9

Whitefield TTMC

18:10

in 7m

18:20

18:30

18:40

₹320-380 · 120m

KIA-8H

Attibele

18:10

in 7m

19:15

20:15

21:40

₹380-440 · 180m

KIA-14A

Bannerghatta

18:15

in 12m

18:45

19:15

20:15

₹340-400 · 135m

KIA-15

Whitefield TTMC

18:15

in 12m

18:40

04:15 +1

05:15 +1

₹300-360 · 105m

KIA-10

Mysore Road Bus Station

18:15

in 12m

18:45

19:05

19:30

₹300-360 · 105m

Routes by Corridor

Find the right bus based on your area. All routes go to Kempegowda International Airport.

Central Corridor (Fastest)

Majestic to Airport via Hebbal — fastest & most frequent

KIA-8

North Corridor (Shortest)

Hebbal direct to Airport — shortest distance & cheapest

KIA-9H

South-East Corridor

Electronic City, BTM, Silk Board, HSR, Koramangala

East Corridor

Whitefield, ITPL, Marathahalli, KR Puram

South Corridor

Banashankari, JP Nagar, Bannerghatta Road, Kanakapura

West Corridor

Kengeri, Mysore Road, Vijayanagar

KIA-6

KIA-10

All Airport Bus Routes

22 routes

Route	From	Via	Fare	Frequency	To Airport	From Airport	Trips/Day
KIA-4	HSR Layout BDA Complex	Agara → Madiwala → Shivajinagar...	₹300-360	20-40 mins	05:55–23:15	00:50–21:00	25
KIA-4A	Whitefield TTMC	Mekhri Circle → JC Nagar → Halasur Lake...	₹320-380	25-45 mins	03:00–18:45	00:05–23:50	26
KIA-5	Banashankari TTMC	Jayanagar → Richmond Road → Shivajinagar...	₹320-380	20-40 mins	00:05–22:40	00:30–23:30	57
KIA-5D	Brigade Meadows Kanakapura Road	Mekri Circle → MG Road → Shanthinagar TTMC...	₹340-400	30-60 mins	04:00–23:00	01:20–20:10	32
KIA-6	Kengeri	MG Road → Marathahalli → KR Puram...	₹320-380	25-50 mins	05:00–23:00	01:00–23:20	29
KIA-6A	Kadugodi Bus Station	Tin Factory → KR Puram → Nagawara...	₹320-380	25-50 mins	01:00–15:25	03:30–16:35	13
KIA-7	HSR BDA Complex	Koramangala → Richmond Circle → Shivajinagar...	₹300-360	25-45 mins	06:15–21:30	00:50–23:50	12
KIA-7A	HSR BDA Complex	BTM Layout → Madiwala → Shivajinagar...	₹300-360	25-45 mins	01:00–23:35	00:15–23:45	78
KIA-8	KBS (Majestic)	Shivajinagar → Mekhri Circle → Hebbal	₹280-350	15-30 mins	00:10–23:35	00:25–23:50	151
KIA-8A	BTM Layout Kuvempu Nagar TTMC	Central Silk Board → Marathahalli Bridge → Tin Factory...	₹320-380	25-45 mins	00:25–23:00	01:10–22:50	40
KIA-8C	Chandapura Circle	Electronic City → Central Silk Board → Marathahalli Bridge...	₹360-420	30-60 mins	03:10–20:40	00:05–17:20	23
KIA-8D	Sarjapur Road Wipro Gate	Bellanduru → Marathahalli Bridge → KR Pura...	₹320-380	30-60 mins	07:00–23:25	03:30–20:50	13
KIA-8E	Electronic City Wipro Gate	Central Silk Board → Marathahalli Bridge → Byrathi...	₹320-380	30-60 mins	02:40–20:50	05:40–18:20	20
KIA-9	Whitefield TTMC	KR Puram → Tin Factory → Hebbal	₹320-380	25-45 mins	00:05–18:50	00:10–18:10	168
KIA-9H	Hebbal	Kogilu Cross → Yelahanka	₹200-260	20-40 mins	08:55–21:45	06:05–23:40	55
KIA-8H	Attibele	Sarjapura → Marathahalli Bridge → Central Silk Board...	₹380-440	30-60 mins	05:30–22:30	02:00–19:30	24
KIA-14A	Bannerghatta	Billekahalli → Shanthinagar TTMC → Mekhri Circle...	₹340-400	30-60 mins	05:00–21:15	02:00–07:00	24
KIA-15	Whitefield TTMC	Kadugodi → Budigere → Beguru	₹300-360	25-45 mins	04:15–18:40	06:15–20:40	35
KIA-15A	Whitefield TTMC	ITPL → Kadugodi → Budigere...	₹320-380	25-45 mins	19:55–22:40	00:40–23:45	9
KIA-17	Royal Meenakshi Mall	Billekahalli → Shanthinagar TTMC → Mekhri Circle...	₹300-360	30-60 mins	06:15–21:45	07:10–22:40	—
KIA-10	Mysore Road Bus Station	Vijayanagar → West of Chord Road → Yeshavanthapura...	₹300-360	25-45 mins	00:05–23:00	00:05–23:30	78
KIA-14	Royal Meenakshi Mall	Billekahalli → Shanthinagar TTMC → Mekhri Circle...	₹300-360	30-60 mins	01:35–23:45	00:35–23:55	88