Metro

What is Namma Metro?

Namma Metro (Bengaluru Metro) is the modern transportation system serving the city of Bangalore. Since its launch in 2011, it has been connecting major residential hubs with the city's primary business districts.

The Network Map

• The Purple Line (East-West): Runs from Whitefield (Kadugodi) in the east to Challaghatta in the west. Connects Indiranagar, MG Road, and Majestic. It is the busiest route.
• The Green Line (North-South): Runs from Madavara (BIEC) in the north to Silk Institute in the south. Passes through Peenya, Malleshwaram, and Jayanagar.
• The Yellow Line: Connects from RV Road to Bommasandra.
• The Interchange: Both lines meet at Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic).

Operating Hours

Ticket Types

• QR Tickets: Most modern and paperless option. Generate a QR code on smartphone using Namma Metro App, WhatsApp, or Paytm/PhonePe.
• Smart Cards (Contactless): Ideal for regular travellers. Get a physical card and top it up. Gives a discount on every fare.

Major Stations

Purple Line (East-West)

• Whitefield (Kadugodi): Connects to major IT hubs
• Hopefarm Channasandra: A major station for tech industry workers
• KR Puram: Interchange for the upcoming Airport Line and KR Puram railway station
• Indiranagar: The city's famous food, shopping, and nightlife hub
• MG Road: The heart of Bengaluru's central business and shopping district
• Nadaprabhu Kempegowda (Majestic): Main interchange
• Challaghatta: The western end

Green Line (North-South)

• Madavara: The northern point
• Peenya: Bangalore's main industrial zone
• Yeshwanthpur: Connects to the Yeshwanthpur Railway Station
• Mantri Square: Near famous shopping mall
• Sampige Road: Traditional markets area
• Nadaprabhu Kempegowda (Majestic): Central interchange
• Lalbagh: Directly outside the famous 240-acre botanical garden
• Jayanagar: Key stop for one of Bengaluru's iconic residential layouts
• RV Road: Major interchange for the Yellow Line
• Silk Institute: The southern terminus

Yellow Line (South-East)

• RV Road: Starting point and interchange for the Green Line
• Jayadeva Hospital: Massive multi-level interchange
• BTM Layout: Popular residential area
• Central Silk Board: Vital junction connecting to Outer Ring Road
• HSR Layout: One of the city's fastest-growing startup and residential hubs
• Electronic City (Phase I & II): Primary stops for global tech giants like Infosys, Wipro, and TCS
• Hosa Road: Serves the growing residential high-rises on Sarjapur-Attibele road
• Bommasandra: The southern terminus

Interchange Stations

The Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic) is the most important hub. It is a multi-level underground station where Purple and Green lines cross. It is directly connected to KSR Bengaluru Railway Station and Majestic Bus Stand.

Upcoming Metro Phases

Phase 2 - The Blue Line: Airport and ORR Connection

• Phase 2A (Silk Board to KR Puram): Runs along the busiest IT corridors
• Phase 2B (KR Puram to Airport): Connects to Kempegowda International Airport. Full line to airport targeted for completion by 2027.

The Pink Line: The North-South Underground Route

Runs deep underground through the heart of the city.

• Phase 1 (Elevated): Kalena Agrahara to Tavarekere
• Phase 2 (Underground): Dairy Circle to Nagawara
• Pink Line will meet Purple Line at MG Road and Yellow Line at Jayadeva Hospital

Phase 3

• JP Nagar to Hebbal: Connecting the west side of the Outer Ring Road
• Hosahalli to Kadabagere: Extending connection toward Magadi Road

Sobha One World and Metro Connectivity

Sobha One World is a luxurious residential project spanning over a massive 300 acres. The project offers 1BHK, 2BHK, 3BHK, and 4BHK luxury apartments, ranging in size from 740 sq. ft. to 2425 sq. ft. The nearest metro station is the Whitefield (Kadugodi) Metro Station, just 20 minutes away.

Frequently Asked Questions