Mysore City Bus Guide (2026): Routes, Suburban Bus Stand & Day Pass Hacks
Unlike many Indian cities where public transport is confusing for newcomers, Mysuru’s city bus system is remarkably structured.
Nearly all urban intra-city routes originate from a single centralized hub—the City Bus Stand (CBS)—making navigation straightforward for budget travelers, students, and daily commuters.
City Bus Stand (CBS) Terminal
Covered multi-platform bus station serving all intra-city routes including Chamundi Hill, Zoo, Gokulam, and KRS Dam.
Key Route Numbers for Travelers
• Route 201: Direct to Chamundi Hill Temple (Platform 11, high frequency).
• Route 303: Direct to KRS Dam and Brindavan Gardens (Platform 18).
• Route 116 & 119: Direct to Gokulam, Vontikoppal, and Hebbal IT Park.
• Route 69 & 72: Direct to Bogadi, Dattagalli, and Saraswathipuram.
• Route 150: Direct to Mysore Zoo, Lalitha Mahal Palace, and Chamundi Foothills.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I pay for bus tickets using UPI on Mysore city buses?
Yes, conductors carry electronic ticketing machines that generate dynamic UPI QR codes for instant payments via PhonePe, Google Pay, or Paytm.
Are female passengers eligible for free bus travel in Mysore?
Under Karnataka’s Shakti Scheme, female residents of Karnataka with valid state domicile photo ID travel free on standard red/green non-AC city buses.
How We Researched & Field-Audited This Guide
At Mysore Mysuru, we enforce zero third-party outsourcing and zero AI-generated guesswork. Every entry, route, tariff, and timing in this dossier was physically audited in Mysuru:
- Physical On-Site Inspection: Verified operating counters, gate queues, parking tariffs, and photography permissions.
- Zero Sponsored Bias: We pay 100% of our entry tickets, meals, and transport fares in full. No commercial brand can buy inclusion.
- Official Gazette Alignment: Cross-referenced with the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Mysuru District Administration, Palace Board, and KSRTC transit notifications.
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