Exploring Ahmedabad’s BRTS: A Comprehensive Guide

Ahmedabad, one of India’s top 10 cities, is expanding rapidly in all directions. The city’s public transportation system, AMTS (Ahmedabad Municipal Transport Services), was struggling to meet the growing demand. To address this, the BRTS (Bus Rapid Transit System) was introduced in 2009, providing a more efficient and accessible mode of transport. Let’s dive into the details of Ahmedabad’s BRTS, covering its routes, features, and more.

The Birth of BRTS in Ahmedabad

The BRTS was launched to complement the existing AMTS service, offering a more streamlined and efficient public transportation option. With BRTS buses operating across the city, residents now have access to affordable and convenient commute options.

BRTS Route Coverage

The BRTS covers a significant portion of Ahmedabad, ensuring high-frequency service across various neighborhoods. Unlike AMTS buses, which reach the most remote alleys, BRTS focuses on major routes, connecting key areas from RTO Circle to Maninagar and Anjali (Vasna) to Dharnidhar Derasar.

Key Features of BRTS

The Ahmedabad BRTS stands out due to its numerous features and accolades:

126 Stations: Spread across 12 active lines.
Exclusive Routes: Only BRTS buses are authorized on these routes.
Speed and Convenience: One of the quickest ways to navigate Ahmedabad.
Integration with AMTS: Works in tandem with the conventional public bus system.
Future Metro Line: A metro line connecting Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar is in the works.
Design by CEPT: Designed by CEPT, Ahmedabad, a leading institute.
Uniform Fare: Same fare for air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned buses.
Accessibility: Most stations are wheelchair accessible, except RTO Circle and Kalupur Railway Station.
Priority at Stop Lights: BRTS buses are prioritized at traffic signals.
Digital Information: Bus arrival times and other information are displayed digitally at each stop.
Multilingual Announcements: Next stop information is announced in Gujarati, Hindi, and English.
Smart Cards: Available for frequent travelers, including a “student special” price tag.

Detailed BRTS Routes

Line 1: RTO Circle – Maninagar

Bus Station No.	Bus Station Name
1	RTO Circle
2	Ranip
3	Bhavsar Hostel
4	Akhbarnagar
5	Pragatinagar
6	Shastri Nagar
7	Jaymangal
8	Sola Cross Roads
9	Valinath Chowk
10	Memnagar
11	(Gujarat) University
12	Andhjan Mandal (IIM)
13	Himmatlal Park
14	Shivranjani
15	Jhansi Ki Rani
16	Nehrunagar
17	Manekbaug
18	Dharnidhar Derasar
19	Anjali
20	Chandranagar
21	Khodiyar Nagar
22	Danilimda Cross Roads
23	Vaikunthdham Mandir
24	Swaminarayan College
25	Kankaria Telephone Exchange
26	Kankaria Lake
27	Rambaug
28	Maninagar Char Rasta
29	Maninagar

Line 2: Anjali (Vasna) – Naroda

Bus Station No.	Bus Station Name
1	Anjali
2	Chandranagar
3	Khodiyar Nagar
4	Danilimda Cross Roads
5	Danilimda Road
6	Chhipa Society
7	Chandola Lake
8	BRTS Workshop
9	Kashiram Textiles
10	Narol
11	Mukesh Industries
12	Isanpur
13	Ghodasar
14	Jashodanagar Cross Roads
15	(Ahmedabad-Vadodara) Express Highway Junction
16	CTM Cross Roads
17	Purvdeep Society
18	Jogeshwari Society
19	Rabari Colony
20	Ramrajya Nagar
21	Rameshwar Park
22	Geeta Gauri Cinema
23	Soni Ni Chali
24	Viratnagar
25	Bapunagar Approach
26	Lilanagar
27	Thakkarnagar Approach
28	Hiravadi
29	Vijay Park
30	Krishna Nagar
31	Dhanush Dhari Mandir
32	Naroda

Line 3: RTO Circle – Naroda

Bus Station No.	Bus Station Name
1	RTO Circle
2	Ranip
3	Bhavsar Hostel
4	Akhbarnagar
5	Pragatinagar
6	Shastri Nagar
7	Jaymangal
8	Sola Cross Roads
9	Valinath Chowk
10	Memnagar
11	(Gujarat) University
12	Andhjan Mandal (IIM)
13	Himmatlal Park
14	Shivranjani
15	Jhansi Ki Rani
16	Nehrunagar
17	Manekbaug
18	Dharnidhar Derasar
19	Anjali (Vasna)
20	Chandranagar
21	Khodiyar Nagar
22	Danilimda Cross Roads
23	Danilimda Road
24	Chhipa Society
25	Chandola Lake
26	BRTS Workshop
27	Kashiram Textiles
28	Narol
29	Mukesh Industries
30	Isanpur
31	Ghodasar
32	Jashodanagar Cross Roads
33	(Ahmedabad-Vadodara) Express Highway Junction
34	CTM Cross Roads
35	Purvdeep Society
36	Jogeshwari Society
37	Rabari Colony
38	Ramrajya Nagar
39	Rameshwar Park
40	Geeta Gauri Cinema
41	Soni Ni Chali
42	Viratnagar
43	Bapunagar Approach
44	Lilanagar
45	Thakkarnagar Approach
46	Hiravadi
47	Vijay Park
48	Krishna Nagar
49	Dhanush Dhari Mandir
50	Naroda

Line 4: RTO Circle – Sarkari Litho Press (Delhi Darwaja)

Bus Station No.	Bus Station Name
1	RTO Circle
2	Ranip
3	Nava Vadaj
4	Ramapir No Tekro
5	Juna Vadaj
6	Gurudwara
7	Hanumanpura
8	Sarkari Litho Press (Delhi Darwaja)

Line 5: Bopal – Iskcon – Maninagar

Bus Station No.	Bus Station Name
1	Bopal Approach
2	Ambli Gam
3	Swagat Bungalow
4	Jayantilal Park
5	Ashok Vatika
6	Anthariksh Colony
7	ISKCON Mandir
8	ISKCON Cross Roads
9	Ramdevnagar
10	ISRO
11	Star Bazaar
12	Jodhpur Cross Roads
13	Shivranjani
14	Jhansi Ki Rani
15	Nehrunagar
16	Manekbaug
17	Dharnidhar Derasar
18	Anjali (Vasna)
19	Chandranagar
20	Khodiyar Nagar
21	Danilimda Cross Roads
22	Vaikunthdham Mandir
23	Swaminarayan College
24	Kankaria Telephone Exchange
25	Kankaria Lake
26	Rambaug
27	Maninagar Char Rasta
28	Maninagar

Line 6: Soni Ni Chali – Odhav – S P Ring Road

Bus Station No.	Bus Station Name
1	Ajit Mill
2	Soni Ni Chali
3	Grid Station
4	Odhav Fire Station
5	Vallabh Nagar
6	Chhotalal Ni Chali
7	Morlidhar Society
8	Odhav Talav (Gam)
9	SP Ring Road

Line 7: Sarkari Litho Press (Delhi Darwaja) – Science City Approach

Bus Station No.	Bus Station Name
1	Sarkari Litho Press (Delhi Darwaja)
2	Hanumanpura
3	Gurudwara
4	Juna Vadaj
5	Ramapir No Tekro
6	Nava Vadaj
7	Bhavsar Hostel
8	Akhbarnagar
9	Pragatinagar
10	Shastri Nagar
11	Jaymangal
12	Paras Nagar
13	Parshwanath Jain Mandir
14	Bhuyangdev
15	Sattadhar
16	Sola Bridge
17	Science City Approach

Line 8: Chandkheda – Visat Junction – Maninagar

Bus Station No.	Bus Station Name
1	Chandkheda (Gam)
2	Shiva Shakti Nagar
3	Janta Nagar
4	Avani Bhavan (ONGC)
5	Visat Gandhinagar Junction
6	Motera Cross Roads
7	Sabarmati Police Station
8	Sabarmati Municipal Swimming Pool
9	Rathi Apartment
10	Sabarmati Power House
11	RTO Circle
12	Ranip
13	Bhavsar Hostel
14	Akhbarnagar
15	Pragatinagar
16	Shastri Nagar
17	Jaymangal
18	Sola Cross Roads
19	Valinath Chowk
20	Memnagar
21	(Gujarat) University
22	Andhjan Mandal (IIM)
23	Himmatlal Park
24	Shivranjani
25	Jhansi Ki Rani
26	Nehrunagar
27	Manekbaug
28	Dharnidhar Derasar
29	Anjali (Vasna)
30	Chandranagar
31	Khodiyar Nagar
32	Danilimda Cross Roads
33	Vaikunthdham Mandir
34	Swaminarayan College
35	Kankaria Telephone Exchange
36	Kankaria Lake
37	Rambaug
38	Maninagar Char Rasta
39	Maninagar

Line 9: RTO Circle – Town Hall

Bus Station No.	Bus Station Name
1	RTO Circle
2	Ranip
3	Nava Vadaj
4	Ramapir No Tekro
5	Juna Vadaj
6	Gurudwara
7	Hanumanpura
8	Sarkari Litho Press (Delhi Darwaja)
9	Kalupur Railway Station (Ahmedabad Central)
10	Sarangpur Darwaja
11	Karnamukteshwar Mahadev
12	Raipur Darwaja
13	Astodiya Darwaja
14	Astodiya Chakla
15	Municipal Corporation Office
16	Raikhad Cross Roads
17	Lokmanya Tilak Bag
18	Town Hall

Line 10: Anjali (Vasna) – Kalupur Railway Station (Ahmedabad Central)

Bus Station No.	Bus Station Name
1	Anjali (Vasna)
2	Chandranagar
3	Khodiyar Nagar
4	Danilimda Cross Roads
5	Vaikunthdham Mandir
6	Swaminarayan College
7	Raipur Darwaja
8	Karnamukteshwar Mahadev
9	Sarangpur Darwaja
10	Kalupur Railway Station (Ahmedabad Central)

Line 11: RTO Circle – Nehrunagar – Kalupur – RTO Circle

Bus Station No.	Bus Station Name
1	RTO Circle
2	Ranip
3	Bhavsar Hostel
4	Akhbarnagar
5	Pragatinagar
6	Shastri Nagar
7	Jaymangal
8	Sola Cross Roads
9	Valinath Chowk
10	Memnagar
11	(Gujarat) University
12	Andhjan Mandal (IIM)
13	Himmatlal Park
14	Shivranjani
15	Jhansi Ki Rani
16	Nehrunagar
17	L Colony
18	Panjrapole Cross Roads
19	Gulbai Tekra Approach
20	L D Engineering College
21	Town Hall
22	Lokmanya Tilak Bag
23	Raikhad Cross Roads
24	Municipal Corporation Office
25	Astodiya Chakla
26	Astodiya Darwaja
27	Raipur Darwaja
28	Karnamukteshwar Mahadev
29	Sarangpur Darwaja
30	Kalupur Railway Station (Ahmedabad Central)
31	Sarkari Litho Press (Delhi Darwaja)
32	Hanumanpura
33	Gurudwara
34	Juna Vadaj
35	Ramapir No Tekro
36	Nava Vadaj
37	Ranip
38	RTO Circle

Line 12: Anjali (Vasna) – Dharnidhar Derasar

Bus Station No.	Bus Station Name
1	Anjali (Vasna)
2	Chandranagar
3	Khodiyar Nagar
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