Rankala Bus Stand Kolhapur — Complete Guide 2025
Rankala Bus Stand is a secondary MSRTC terminal near the famous Rankala Lake in Kolhapur city. It handles local Kolhapur city routes and some district routes as an alternative to the main CBS.
Rankala Bus Stand — Address & Contact
| Address | Near Rankala Lake, Rankala, Kolhapur 416001 |
| Kolhapur CBS Phone | 0231-2650620 |
| Distance from CBS | ~2 km from Kolhapur CBS (10 min by auto) |
Routes from Rankala Bus Stand
| Route | Frequency | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Rankala → CBS (Kolhapur) | Every 20–30 min | ₹10 |
| Rankala → Admapur | Every 30 min | ₹10–15 |
| Rankala → Ujlaiwadi | Every 30–45 min | ₹15 |
| Rankala → Karvir | Every 45 min | ₹15 |
| Rankala → Panhala | Every 45–60 min | ₹25 |
| Rankala → Ichalkaranji | Every 30 min | ₹35 |
About Rankala Lake
Rankala Lake is Kolhapur’s most popular recreational spot — a large freshwater lake in the heart of the city. The Rankala bus stand is a convenient starting point for visitors exploring the Rankala area, Mahalaxmi temple, and Shahupuri market.
How to Reach Rankala Bus Stand from Kolhapur CBS
From CBS: Auto-rickshaw ~₹40–60 (10 min). Walk: ~20 minutes via Rajaram Road. By city bus: Routes via Shahupuri market pass near Rankala.
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