Lokhandwala Circle — the iconic, bustling, and unmistakably vibrant roundabout at the heart of the Lokhandwala Complex in Andheri West, Mumbai — is one of the western suburbs’ most recognised, most socially active, and most commercially alive junctions, rated 4.4 out of 5 for connectivity and 4.4 for safety by residents on major property portals. The name “Lokhandwala” derives from the Marathi for “iron merchant” — referencing the trading community that originally populated the area — and the Lokhandwala Complex itself was developed in the 1980s by builder Rasiklal Dhariwal on what was once marshy Versova land, transforming it into one of Mumbai’s most upscale, most Bollywood-adjacent, and most recognisable premium residential-commercial destinations. Swami Samarth Nagar — the neighbourhood immediately at and around Lokhandwala Circle — is consistently described by residents as “a posh place to live” with “autos and cabs available instantly 24 hours” and a “big circle garden” that makes evening walks pleasant. Versova Metro Station on Mumbai Metro Line 1 (Versova–Andheri–Ghatkopar) is accessible from Lokhandwala in 5 to 15 minutes on foot, and Andheri (West) Metro Station on Line 2A / 7 is approximately 11 minutes’ walk — giving Lokhandwala Circle one of Mumbai’s most comprehensive multi-Metro configurations for a western suburban junction. The first BEST bus (Route 79) departs at 5:10 AM and the last (Route 266) runs until 1:38 AM.
Lokhandwala Circle Location
- Address: Lokhandwala Circle (Swami Samarth Nagar Circle), Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra — 400047 / 400053
- Pin Code: 400047 / 400053
- STD Code: 022
- Administrative Zone: K/West Ward — Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) / Andheri West
| Reference Point | Distance |
| JVPD Bus Station | 500 metres |
| Versova Metro Station (Line 1) | 5 to 15-minute walk |
| Andheri (West) Metro Station (Line 2A / 7) | 11-minute walk — 779 metres |
| Jogeshwari Railway Station (Western Line) | 1 to 2 kilometres |
| Ram Mandir Railway Station (Western Line) | 1 to 2 kilometres |
| Andheri Railway Station (Western Line) | 2.5 kilometres |
| CSMIA Airport Terminal 2 | 4 to 6 kilometres |
| Lokhandwala Market | Adjacent |
| Infinity Mall, Andheri | 500 metres |
| Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital | 1.5 kilometres |
| 7 Bungalows Bus Depot | Adjacent |
| Oshiwara Bus Depot | 1 kilometre |
Directions to Lokhandwala Circle
From Andheri Railway Station (Western Line)
Exit Andheri Station → take auto-rickshaw westward via Link Road → approximately 2.5 kilometres — 10 to 15 minutes.
From Jogeshwari Railway Station
Take auto-rickshaw or BEST bus southward via Link Road → approximately 1.5 kilometres — 5 to 10 minutes.
From Versova Metro Station (Line 1)
Exit Metro → walk or take auto-rickshaw southeastward → approximately 1 kilometre — 5 to 10 minutes.
From CSMIA Airport (T2)
Take cab via Western Express Highway → approximately 4 to 6 kilometres — 10 to 20 minutes.
From Juhu Circle
Take S.V. Road northward → approximately 3 kilometres — 8 to 15 minutes by auto-rickshaw.
Road Connectivity Lokhandwala Circle
| Road | Direction | Connectivity |
| Link Road (Western Express Highway connector) | East toward Andheri | Andheri Station, WEH, JVLR |
| Lokhandwala Back Road | Internal | Lokhandwala Complex residential zones |
| Andheri–Versova Link Road | West toward Versova | Versova Metro, Juhu Tara Road |
| Swami Samarth Nagar Road | Internal | Swami Samarth Nagar, Oshiwara zone |
| Four Bungalows / 7 Bungalows Road | North | Seven Bungalows, Oshiwara, Goregaon |
| Gulmohar Road (via JVPD) | South | JVPD Scheme, Juhu zone |
BEST Bus Connectivity Lokhandwala Circle
| BEST Route | Service Details |
| Route 79 | First bus near Lokhandwala at 5:10 AM — Gorai Depot services via Lokhandwala |
| Route 266 | Last bus at 1:38 AM — near-24-hour service via Lokhandwala zone |
| Route 234 / A-234 | Via Lokhandwala Complex / Zulelal Chowk zone |
| Route A-268 | Via Lokhandwala zone — AC service |
| Route 252 | Via Lokhandwala — city connector |
| Route A-424 / 424 | Via Lokhandwala zone |
| Route 242 | Via Lokhandwala zone |
First BEST bus: Route 79 at 5:10 AM. Last BEST bus: Route 266 at 1:38 AM.
Metro Connectivity Lokhandwala Circle
Lokhandwala Circle enjoys multi-line Metro access through two nearby stations:
| Station | Line | Distance | Notes |
| Versova Metro Station | Line 1 (Versova–Ghatkopar) | 5 to 15-minute walk | Nearest Metro — Line 1 access to Andheri, Ghatkopar |
| Andheri (West) Metro Station | Line 2A / 7 (DN Nagar–Dahisar E) | 11-minute walk — 779 metres | Line 2A/7 access — toward Dahisar East / DN Nagar |
| Lower Oshiwara Metro Station | Line 2A | 14 to 15-minute walk | Additional northward Line 2A access |
First Metro near Lokhandwala (Line 1): 5:30 AM. Last Metro (Line 1): 12:12 AM.
Railway Connectivity Lokhandwala Circle
| Station | Distance | Line | Notes |
| Jogeshwari Railway Station | 1.5 km | Western Railway suburban | Nearest WR station |
| Ram Mandir Railway Station | 1.5 to 2 km | Western Railway | Secondary suburban halt |
| Andheri Railway Station | 2.5 km | Western Railway + Harbour Line | Major suburban junction |
Nearby Areas and Landmarks Lokhandwala Circle
| Landmark / Area | Distance | Description |
| Lokhandwala Market | Adjacent | Mumbai’s most famous western suburb commercial street — fashion, food, daily essentials |
| Infinity Mall, Andheri | 500 metres | Premium mall — cinema, food court, retail brands |
| 7 Bungalows Bus Depot | Adjacent | BEST bus depot — primary bus hub at Lokhandwala |
| Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital | 1.5 km | One of Mumbai’s top multi-specialty hospitals |
| Crystal Plaza | 1 km | Commercial complex — Lokhandwala zone |
| Cinemax Versova | 1 km | Popular cinema hall serving Lokhandwala belt |
| Swami Samarth Nagar Garden | At the circle | Circle garden — popular evening walk spot for residents |
| CSMIA Airport | 4 to 6 km | One of the most airport-proximate premium residential areas in Mumbai |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Where is Lokhandwala Circle located in Mumbai?
A: Lokhandwala Circle (Swami Samarth Nagar Circle) is in the Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri West, Mumbai — PIN 400047 — the heart of one of Mumbai’s most upscale and Bollywood-adjacent residential-commercial neighbourhoods.
Q2. Which Metro stations serve Lokhandwala Circle?
A: Versova Metro Station (Line 1) is 5 to 15 minutes’ walk away, and Andheri (West) Metro Station (Line 2A/7) is an 11-minute walk (779 metres). First Metro: 5:30 AM; last: 12:12 AM.
Q3. Which railway station is nearest to Lokhandwala Circle?
A: Jogeshwari Railway Station and Ram Mandir Railway Station on the Western Line are approximately 1.5 kilometres away — 5 to 10 minutes by auto-rickshaw. Andheri Station is 2.5 kilometres east.
Q4. Which BEST bus routes serve Lokhandwala Circle?
A: Routes 79, 266, 234, A-234, A-268, 252, 242, and A-424 serve the Lokhandwala zone. Route 79 starts at 5:10 AM and Route 266 runs until 1:38 AM — near-24-hour coverage.
Q5. Why is Lokhandwala Circle famous?
A: Lokhandwala Circle is famous for its vibrant Lokhandwala Market, its premium residential reputation, proximity to CSMIA Airport, and its association with Bollywood — the neighbourhood has historically been home to many film and television industry professionals.
