I traveled from Pune to Bangalore by premium sleeper bus. It was first time in Bangalore, and I also chose the premium vovlo 9600 Multi-Axle A/C Sleeper (2+1 configuration). I had been wanting to do this bus journey for a long time, and I finally did it.
I’ve put together a detailed summary of my journey, highlighting the route, timings, stops, and how comfortable the ride was.
Journey Overview
- Bus Type: Volvo 9600 Multi-Axle A/C Sleeper (2+1)
- Boarding Time: 17:15 PM (Wakad, Pune)
- Arrival Time: 08:45 AM (Bangalore)
- Total Duration: ~13.5 to 14 hours
- Route: Pune → Kolhapur → Belgaum → Hubli → Davangere → Bangalore (via NH48)
Ticket Price for Volvo 9600 Multi-Axle Sleeper (2+1)
The Volvo 9600 Multi-Axle Sleeper (2+1) is a premium bus service, and ticket prices vary depending on the operator, season, and how early you book. I paid ₹2,200 per person after availing a bank discount of ₹400.
- Pune to Bangalore: ₹1,900 – ₹2,800 per sleeper berth
Boarding Points in Pune: Bus Timings(2025)
The bus operator offers multiple boarding points across Pune city, which is convenient and an easy option for travelers based on their location. I boarded from Wakad boarding point at 17:15 and the bus arrived on time.
- 15:30 – Wagheshwar Parking Yard
- 15:40 – Kharadi Bypass (Tulsi Hotel)
- 15:45 – Viman Nagar (Opp. Phoenix Market City)
- 15:50 – Shastri Nagar (Opp. Sameera Travels)
- 16:00 – Sangamwadi (Parking No.3, Citizen Travels)
- 16:15 – Wakdewadi (TVS Country Showroom)
- 16:30 – Nashik Phata (Ishwer Travels)
- 16:45 – Nigdi (Aditya Travels)
- 17:15 – Wakad (Jaguar Land Rover Showroom)
- 17:20 – Hinjewadi (Near Bridge Service Road)
- 17:25 – Baner (Near Sadanand Hotel)
- 17:30 – Chandni Chowk (Under Bridge, Bangalore Express Highway)
- 17:35 – Warje (Hotel Aromas Hyderabad House)
- 18:00 – Wadgaon (Shree Kateel Hotel)
- 18:30 – Khed Shivapur (Toll Plaza)
Dropping Points in Bangalore
Like the boarding points, the bus also offers multiple convenient drop points across Bangalore city. We got down at Yeshwanthpur, as it was the closest to our main location.
- 08:15 – Debuspet (Sri Nidhi Family Dhaba)
- 08:40 – Nelamangala Toll
- 08:55 – Parle G Toll Gate
- 09:10 – Gorgunte Palya (People Tree Hospital)
- 09:15 – Yeshwanthpur (Gowardhan Theatre)
- 09:45 – Anand Rao Circle
- 10:00 – Kalasipalyam (Morning Star Travels)
- 10:20 – Nimhans Hospital
- 10:30 – Christ University
- 10:40 – Madiwala (Savoury Business Hotel)
- 10:50 – Silk Board (Skoda Showroom, HSR Layout side)
- 11:05 – Electronic City (Opp. Ruchi Sagar Hotel)
- 11:10 – Hebbagodi Bus Stop
- 11:15 – Bommasandra (Indian Oil Bunk)
- 11:20 – Chandapura (New A2B, Hen Nagar Gate)
- 11:25 – Neraluru (Indian Oil Petrol Pump)
Amenities on Board
The Volvo 9600 Multi-Axle Sleeper bus is a premium bus offers modern amenities to make the long overnight journey safe and comfortable:
Disclaimer: The image shown is for representation purposes only and may not be the exact interior of the bus I traveled in.
- Water Bottle – One 500 Ml bottle to each passenger
- Blankets – Neat and clean blankets
- Charging Point – One for each berth.
- Reading Light
- Bed Sheet – Freshly arranged on the sleeper berth.
- Snacks – Small snack box with biscuits, namkeen, chikki, wipes & tissue.
- Wi-Fi – Limited connectivity, works better near cities.
- CCTV Surveillance – For added security during the journey.
- Pillow – Soft and comfortable, provided with the bedding.
- Air conditioning was well-balanced and the vents were adjustable .
- Curtains – clean curtains and bedding provided
- Shoe shelf – a shoe shelf inside the cabin was very handy
Food and Washroom Breaks
- 7:30 PM: Washroom break for 10 mins at a petrol pump.
- 8:15 PM: Dinner stop for 30 mins at Hotel Raigad Inn – a very basic highway restaurant with average hygiene but the food taste was surprisingly good.
- 8:15 PM: Breakfast stop for 30 mins at again basic highway restaurant with average hygiene.
Volvo 9600 Sleeper Bus Journey Experience: 2025
The bus journey started at around 5:15 PM and ended at 9:00 AM in the morning, covered 890 km in almost 15-16 hours. The overall experience was good as this premium bus offered modern amenities such as comfortable sleepers berths, a well-designed cabin, wide windows for a good view, curtains for privacy, individual reading lights, and thoughtful features like the shoe shelf, it made the long overnight journey stress-free. The journey felt smooth and comfortable.
This Pune to Bangalore journey was one of my most comfortable road travel experiences. For more such travel stories, guides, and tips, visit TopTravelJourneys.com.