Yellow Line passengers, take note: BMTC bus stops added near major stations. Bengaluru-News News

As Bengaluru prepares for the long-awaited opening of the Namma Metro Yellow Line, planners are already focusing on a familiar problem for commuters: last-mile connectivity. To address this, BMTC has installed and rearranged bus stops near major stations along the Yellow Line corridor, which will ensure seamless transition between bus and metro when services begin in August 2025.

The Yellow Line, running between RV Road and Delta Electronics Bommasandra, is expected to significantly ease travel for commuters heading to Electronic City and nearby employment hubs. With thousands of people expected to depend on feeder buses every day, the focus has been on ensuring that bus stops are close enough to metro stations to avoid long walks, unsafe crossings or confusing detours.

Joint plan between Metro and BMTC

According to Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited, the new bus stop arrangement is the result of joint route inspection conducted by BMRCL and BMTC officials. These inspections mapped passenger movement patterns and identified locations where existing bus stops were either too far from Metro stations or poorly aligned with station exits.

Based on this practice, new bus stops have been built, while some old bus stops have been shifted to within 100 meters of metro stations wherever possible. The idea is simple but important: When passengers exit the metro station, the BMTC bus stop should be visible and accessible without any confusion.

Where new bus stops have been added

New BMTC bus stops have been installed near many Yellow Line stations to directly serve metro passengers. These include Biocon Hebbagodi, Beratena Agrahara, Singasandra, Hongasandra, Central Silk Board and RV Road. These areas are expected to see heavy footfall after the resumption of Metro services, especially among office goers and daily commuters traveling between South Bengaluru and Electronic City.

By placing bus stops closer to the station’s entry and exit points, officials hope to reduce dependence on autos and cabs, which often jam nearby roads during peak hours.

Stations where bus stops were moved

At some stations, existing bus stops were found inconveniently located. As a result, BMTC has shifted stops near Electronic City, Hosa Road and Ragigudda metro stations. These changes are intended to reduce walking distances and improve safety, particularly during early morning and late evening hours.

Officials involved in the planning say transfers were prioritized at stations expected to handle higher interchange traffic between buses and the metro.

Stations are already well connected

Changes are not required at all stations. At many places, bus stops were already within the desired 100-metre radius. These include Jayadeva Hospital, BTM Layout, Bommanahalli, Kudlu Gate and Infosys Foundation Konappana Agrahara Station.

For passengers using these stations, bus-metro transfers are already relatively seamless, and no major infrastructure changes were required.

Lack of space at two stations

However, not every station could be fully accommodated. Due to lack of space and lack of road design, the bus stop could not be shifted closer to Huskur Road and Delta Electronics Bommasandra metro stations. Officials acknowledged the issue and said options were being examined, though no immediate solutions have been announced.

Unless road widening or redesign becomes possible, these stations may continue to have slightly longer walking distances or rely on existing bus stop locations.

Why does this matter for daily commuters?

For commuters to Bengaluru, last-mile connectivity often determines whether public transport is usable or not. Even a walking distance of 300 to 400 metres, especially at traffic-heavy junctions, may discourage people from using the metro regularly. By ensuring that bus stops are within 100 meters of stations, officials are attempting to remove one of the biggest friction points in daily travel.

The Yellow Line is particularly important as it connects prime residential areas to Electronic City, one of the largest employment clusters in Bengaluru. Efficient bus connectivity can reduce private vehicle usage on Hosur Road and surrounding stretches, thereby reducing congestion over time.

What can travelers expect next?

Namma Metro officials have urged passengers to make full use of the improved bus connectivity after the commencement of Yellow Line services. While specific BMTC route numbers and schedules are expected to be announced closer to launch, the foundation for integration between buses and the metro is already being laid.

As August 2025 approaches, passengers can expect more updates on feeder routes, service frequency and station access points, with the aim of making the Yellow Line not just operational, but truly useful for everyday travel in Bengaluru.