Hoskote to Bangalore Airport Distance & New Chennai Highway Guide

Q: Are there tolls on the way to the airport from Hoskote?

Minimal tolls via NH 648 direct route. The STRR (Satellite Town Ring Road) route has active tolls.

Hoskote is no longer just a small town on the edge of the city. In 2026, it has become one of the most important travel hubs in Karnataka. Whether you are catching a flight or driving to Chennai, Hoskote is the starting point for your journey.

With the Sobha Hoskote township taking shape in this corridor, residents here enjoy unmatched access to both Kempegowda International Airport and the new expressway to Chennai.

Hoskote to Bangalore Airport Distance

Getting to Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) from Hoskote is now much faster. The distance is approximately 31 to 40 km depending on the route you choose.

Travel Routes and Times

Route	Distance	Travel Time	Best For
Via NH 648 (Direct)	31 km	35–45 mins	Shortest and fastest
Via STRR (Ring Road)	39 km	45–50 mins	Avoiding city signals
Via Budigere Cross	38 km	60 mins	Scenic drive, avoids tolls

Pro Tip: There are no direct Vayu Vajra buses from Hoskote yet. Take a local bus to Budigere Cross or KR Puram and catch the KIA-15 airport bus from there.

For a complete view of all connectivity options from Hoskote, including road and rail links, explore our detailed guide.

Chennai to Bangalore New Highway (NE-7)

The Bengaluru–Chennai Expressway (NE-7) is a greenfield expressway project that allows speeds of up to 120 kmph. It is set to transform intercity travel between these two major cities.

Total Length: 262 km
Time Saved: Travel time reduced from 7 hours down to just 2.5–3 hours
Starting Point: Right at Hoskote
Status: Karnataka section (71 km) is fully open. The full stretch to Chennai is expected to be completed by July 2026.

Learn more about the impact of the Bangalore–Chennai Expressway on living near Hoskote.

Driving from Bangalore to Chennai via Hoskote

Route: Start at Hoskote, take NE-7, and drive through Malur, Bangarapet, Chittoor, and Ranipet before reaching Sriperumbudur near Chennai.

Tolls: Approximately ₹185–₹190 one-way for cars on the Karnataka section of the expressway.

Note: Two-wheelers and autos are not allowed on the expressway. Only four-wheelers and above can use NE-7.

Check the key distances from Sobha Hoskote to all major destinations including the airport, IT hubs, and transit points.

Live at the Crossroads of Airport & Expressway

Sobha Hoskote puts you minutes from the airport and at the start of the Chennai Expressway. Explore premium homes in East Bangalore's fastest-growing corridor.

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Sobha Hoskote is an ambitious integrated township in East Bangalore, designed to be a self-sustaining vertical city. Developed by the renowned Sobha Group, the project occupies a strategic 48-acre site. It houses 5,400 sophisticated units, ranging from compact 1 BHKs to expansive 4 BHK apartments. The architectural profile includes 18 elite towers, each climbing to 54 floors, built upon three levels of basement storage and a stately ground-floor concourse.