How To Reach St. Mary's Basilica

By Air: The nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR), which is located approximately 34 to 40 kilometers from the Basilica. From the airport, you can hire a pre-paid taxi, use ride-sharing services (Ola/Uber), or take the airport bus service (BMTC Vayu Vajra) to a central location like Shivajinagar or MG Road. The bus is the most economical, while a taxi is the fastest.

By Train: The Basilica is very conveniently located near two major railway stations. It is approximately 5. 7 kilometers from Bangalore City Railway Station (KSR Bengaluru) and about 5 kilometers from Bangalore Cantonment Railway Station (BNC). From either station, you can easily hire an auto-rickshaw or a taxi, which will take about 15-20 minutes depending on traffic.

By Road: The Basilica is centrally located in Shivajinagar, making it highly accessible by road. It is near prominent commercial areas like Commercial Street and MG Road. If driving, use GPS navigation to reach Russell Market Square. However, parking in the dense Shivajinagar area can be challenging, so public transport is often a better choice.

By Local Transport:

Metro: The nearest Namma

Metro station is the Cubbon Park (Green Line) or the MG Road (Purple Line) station, both approximately 2. 5 to 3 kilometers away. From the

Metro station, a short auto-rickshaw ride or a local bus will take you to the Basilica.

Bus: The Shivajinagar

Bus Stand is a major hub and is only a short walking distance (less than 15 minutes) from the Basilica. Numerous BMTC city buses ply through this area, making it the most affordable and frequent option.

Auto-rickshaw/Taxi: Auto-rickshaws and app-based cabs are readily available across the city and can drop you right near the entrance.

Tip: Always negotiate the fare or ensure the meter is used in auto-rickshaws, or stick to ride-sharing apps.