With bustling IT hubs that attract numerous working professionals every year, Bangalore witnesses an ever-growing population and the increasing need for faster connectivity. The Namma Metro network in Bangalore aims to facilitate connectivity for the population while reducing traffic congestion on the roads. The Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) is responsible for building, operating, and expanding the metro network in Bangalore. The Namma Metro, which covers most of the city, is set to see a major expansion under Phase 4 project with a proposed 129-km addition to the existing network. This expansion of the Bangalore Metro map will boost connectivity to far-flung and suburban areas, addressing the lack of sufficient metro link for thousands of professionals, students and tourists travelling to the city.
Meanwhile, work on the Namma Metro Phase 3 project has started as the BMRCL has initiated the land acquisition process, which will take place in phases. The Phase 3 project will include metro corridors of a total length of 81.12 km. This includes two corridors – a 32.15-km section from JP Nagar Phase 4 to Kempapura and 12.5-km section from Hosahalli to Kadabagere.
Bangalore, one of the metropolitan cities, is the first city in southern India to get metro rail connectivity. The Namma Metro was launched in 2011 and became the third operational metro service after Kolkata and Delhi. The development of the mass rapid transit system in Bangalore has steered real estate developments, creating an increased demand for commercial and residential properties. In this guide, we share key details of the upcoming metro lines in Bangalore, the route map details, stations list and latest updates.
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Bangalore Metro: Quick facts
| Bangalore Metro owned by | Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) |
| Conceptualised by | Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) |
| Inaugurated | October 20, 2011 |
| System | Rapid Transit System |
| Number of stations | 66 |
| Operational lines | Purple Line and Green Line |
| Upcoming lines | Yellow Line, Pink Line and Blue Line |
| Proposed lines | Orange Line, Grey Line and Red Line |
| Number of coaches | Six |
| Operational length | 73.75 km |
| Under-construction line length | 98.26 km |
| Train speed | 80 km/h (50 mph) |
| Security | Karnataka State Industrial Security Force (KISF) |
Namma Metro Bangalore: Project timeline
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Operational lines under Bangalore Metro Phase 1 |
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| Metro line | Opening date | Last extension | Metro stations | Length | Terminals |
| Purple (Line 1) | Oct 20, 2011 | Oct 9, 2023 | 37 | 42.17 km | Whitefield to Challaghatta |
| Green (Line 2) | Mar 1, 2014 | Nov 7, 2024 | 32 | 30 km | Madavara to Silk Institute |
| Total | 66 | ||||
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Upcoming metro lines under Bangalore Metro Phase 2 |
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| Yellow | Early 2025 | 16 | Rashtreeya Vidyalaya Road to Bommasandra | ||
| Pink | September 2025 | 18 | Kalena Agrahara to Nagawara | ||
| Blue | June 2026 | 30 | Central Silk Board to KIA Airport | ||
| Total | 67 | ||||
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Upcoming metro lines under Bangalore Metro Phase 3 |
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| Orange | 2028 | 22 | JP Nagar Ph 4 to Kempapura | ||
| Silver | 2028 | 9 | Hosahalli to Kadabagere | ||
| Red | 2032 | 29 | Hebbal to Sajapura | ||
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Other proposed lines |
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| Purple line | To be announced | To be announced | Whitefield to Hoskote | ||
| Purple line extension towards north | June 2026 | Nagawara to KIAL Terminals via Thanisandra 25 km | |||
| Pink line extension towards south | 2025 | Kalena Agrahara to Jigani | |||
| Proposed line | 2032 | 16 km | M G Road to Hope farm (via Marathalli) | ||
| Proposed line | 2030 | 34 km | Inner Ring UG Metro | ||
Upcoming metro stations in Bangalore: New routes on Namma Metro
| Line | Terminals | Completion date |
| Green Line | Nagasandra – Madavara (previously BIEC) | October 2024 |
| Yellow Line | Rashtreeya Vidyalaya Road – Bommasandra | December 2024 |
| Pink Line | Kalena Agrahara (previously Gottigere) – Nagawara | September 2025 |
| Blue Line | Central Silk Board – KR Puram | June 2026 |
| Blue Line | KR Puram – Kempegowda International Airport | June 2026 |
| Purple line extension | Whitefield – Hoskote (6 km) | To be announced |
| Pink line extension northwards | Nagawara – KIAL Terminals via Thanisandra 25 km | June 2026 |
| Pink line extension southwards | Kalena Agrahara – Jigani 12 km | 2025 |
| Yellow line extension along Hosur road | Bommasandra – Hosur | 2025 |
| New corridor | M G Road – Hope farm (via Marathalli) – 16 km | 2032 |
| New corridor | Inner Ring UG Metro – 34 km | 2030 |
According to an action plan prepared by the Karnataka department of planning, program monitoring and statistics and the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industries (FICCI), the Karnataka government plans to introduce four new Metro corridors by 2032 to provide better connectivity to Bangalore residents, under Phase 3 of the Bangalore Metro Rail project. The proposed new metro lines are expected to provide Metro access to every citizen within 1-2 km from their workplaces or home.
Developed at the cost of Rs 27,000 crore, the proposed Metro corridors include two new Metro routes and two extensions:
- Old Airport Road, from MG Road to Hope Farm via Marathahalli and Whitefield/ IT corridor (underground), covering 16 km, with an estimated cost of Rs 9,600 crore
- Nagawara to Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) via Thanisandra/ Bharatiya City, covering 25 km, with an estimated cost of Rs 10,000 crore
- A 6-km Metro extension from Whitefield to Katamanallur / Hoskote, at an estimated cost of Rs 2,400 crore
- A 12-km extension of Bannerghatta line to Jigani at an estimated cost of Rs 4,800 crore.
Other proposed metro lines in Bangalore:
The BMRCL managing director Anjum Parwez said that the Bangalore Metro rail project is on track and will complete 175 km of connectivity in the city by 2026. Under the metro project’s second and third phases, Bangalore will have 314 km of metro connectivity by 2041. As per reports, provisions are being made to ensure last-mile connectivity for commuters to enable them to reach their final destinations faster.
The 39-km long corridor starting at Krishnarajapura (KR Puram) will be developed under the Metro Phase 2B project. The route will be aligned along the northern part of Outer Ring Road (ORR) via Nagawara, Hebbal and Jakkur before connecting with the airport.
As per reports, Namma Metro is expected to receive Rs 1,717.62 crore from the union government in 2025-26, of which around 70% will be spent on the Bangalore Metro Phase 3 project. The cost of 75.06-km Namma Metro Phase 2 has increased from Rs 30,695 crore to Rs 40,614.27 crore due to civil work delays, higher land requirements, additional trains and other reasons. The BMRCL has received all the approved external funding (senior debt) of Rs 12,141.14 crore for Phase 2, while the additional cost (Rs 9,919.27 crore) will mostly be borne by the Karnataka government.
Bengaluru metro expansion lines
The BMRCL’s new plan includes a new metro line and extensions of the existing Purple and Green lines in four directions: Bidadi (Mysuru Road), Harohalli (Kanakapura Road), Attibele (Hosur Road) and Kunigal Cross (Tumakuru Road, near Nelamangala). The proposed new semicircular line will connect localities such as Jigani, Anekal, Attibele, Sarjapur, and Varthur, mainly focusing on the city’s east and south. As per reports, none of these suggested lines align with the CMP drafted by BMRCL in 2020, a prerequisite for approval of Phases 2A and 2B.
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Namma Metro Phase 1
Bangalore’s Namma Metro Phase 1 included two lines of length of 42 kms, of which about 8.82 kms is underground and the remaining is elevated. There are 40 stations in this phase. The foundation stone for construction of Phase 1 was laid in June 2006 and the construction began between Baiyyappanahalli and Mahatma Gandhi Road in April 2007. The phase was later expanded to include the northern extension (from Yeshwanthpur to Nagasandra) and southern extension (from Rashtreeya Vidyalaya Road to Yelachenahalli).
Cost
The final cost for developing Namma Metro Phase 1 was estimated to be Rs 14,405 crore while the land acquisition is around Rs 2,500 crore.
Namma Metro Purple Line stations
| Station | Transit / interchange |
| Whitefield | Whitefield railway station/Kadugodi Bus Stand |
| Channasandra | |
| Kadugodi | |
| Pattandur Agrahara | |
| Sadaramangala | |
| Nallurhalli | Whitefield TTMC |
| Kundalahalli | |
| Sitharama Palya | |
| Hoodi Junction | |
| Garudacharpalya | |
| Mahadevapura | |
| Krishnarajapuram | Blue Line (Planned, Ph-2A)/KR Puram Railway Station |
| Benniganahalli | |
| Baiyappanahalli | Baiyappanahalli Railway Station |
| Swami Vivekananda Road | |
| Indiranagar | |
| Halasuru | |
| Trinity | |
| MG Road | Pink Line (UC) |
| Cubbon Park (Sri Chamarajendra Park) | |
| Dr BR Ambedkar Station, Vidhana Soudha | |
| Sir M Visvesvaraya Station | |
| Nadaprabhu Kempegowda station, Majestic | Green Line/KG Bus Station City Railway Station |
| City Railway Station | City Railway Station |
| Magadi Road | |
| Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station, Hosahalli | |
| Vijayanagara | |
| Attiguppe | Vijayanagar TTMC |
| Deepanjali Nagara | |
| Mysore Road | Orange Line(Planned, Phase lll) |
| Nayandahalli | |
| Rajarajeshwari Nagara | |
| Jnanabharathi | Jnanabharathi |
| Pattanagere | |
| Mailasandra | Kengeri TTMC |
| Kengeri Bus Terminal | |
| Challaghatta |
The stretch from Mysuru Road to Kengeri became operational on August 30, 2021. The Purple Metro Line is a 42.5-km route connecting Challaghatta with Whitefield (Kadugodi), providing smooth connectivity between the eastern and western parts of the city. Mostly elevated, it has a 4.8-km underground section in the middle and passes through some of the prime areas of Bengaluru including MG Road, Majestic, Railway Station, Vidhana Soudha, etc. The journey from Challaghatta in the south-west and Kadugodi (Whitefield) in the east will take around 76 minutes.
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Namma Metro Green Line stations
| Station name | Transits / terminals |
| Madavara | |
| Chikkabidarakallu | |
| Manjunathanagar | |
| Nagasandra | |
| Dasarahalli | |
| Jalahalli | Basaveshwara Bus Station |
| Peenya Industry | |
| Peenya | |
| Goraguntepalya | Orange Line (Planned) |
| Yeshwanthpur | Yeswanthpur Railway Station |
| Sandal Soap Factory | Yeshwanthpur TTMC |
| Mahalakshmi | |
| Rajaji Nagar | |
| Mahakavi Kuvempu Road | |
| Srirampura | |
| Sampige Road | |
| Nadaprabhu Kempegowda station, Majestic | Purple Line,Kempegowda Bus Station, KSR City Railway Station |
| Chickpete | |
| Krishna Rajendra Market | |
| National College | |
| Lalbagh Botanical Garden | |
| South End Circle | |
| Jayanagar | Jayanagar TTMC |
| Rashtreeya Vidyalaya Road | Yellow Line (Under Construction) |
| Banashankari | Banashankari TTMC |
| Jaya Prakash Nagar | Orange Line (Planned) |
| Yelachenahalli | |
| Doddakallasandra | |
| Konankunte Cross | |
| Vajarahalli | |
| Talaghattapura | |
| Silk Institute |
The Bangalore Metro Green Line connects Nagasandra in the north-west to Anjanapura in the south-west. It covers a distance of 30 kms and has 30 stations. Like the Purple Line, this is also mostly elevated on both, the north and south sides and has a four-km underground section in the middle. The line has 26 elevated metro stations and three underground stations. Bangalore Metro Green Line passes through industrial areas such as Peenya, Yeshwanthpur in the north and connects it with the residential areas such as Basavanagudi, Jayanagar, Banashankari, etc. The Green Line is also being expanded till Madavara in the north-west and Silk Institute in the south. With this, the length of the line will increase to 33.5 km. The Green Line was opened in March 2014.
The 3-km section was earlier scheduled for opening in 2017. However, the project was delayed due to land acquisition issues and other challenges. Once operational, this metro line will provide connectivity between the eastern and western parts of the city. The Green Line will be the first line in the city to connect with the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC).
Namma Metro Yellow Line Stations
| Station Name |
| Rashtreeya Vidyalaya Road (RV Road) |
| Ragigudda |
| Jayadeva Hospital |
| BTM Layout |
| Central Silkboard |
| Bommanahalli (formerly HSR Layout) |
| Hongasandra (formerly Oxford College) |
| Kudlu Gate (formerly Muneshwara Nagar) |
| Singasandra (formerly Chikkabegur) |
| Hosa Road (formerly Basapura Road) |
| Beratena Agrahara (formerly Hosa Road) |
| Electronic City |
| Infosys Foundation Konappana Agrahara (formerly Electronic City – II) |
| Huskur Road |
| Hebbagodi (Hebbagodi Depot of 39.3 acres) |
| Bommasandra |
This section of the Bangalore Metro’s Yellow Line, starting from the RV Road station on the Green Line, will intersect with the upcoming Gottigere-Nagawara Pink Line route at Jayadeva Hospital and with the Blue line at Central Silk Board Station. The section will proceed to Bommasandra. This route, which will feature driverless operations, is expected to be ready by April 2025. The construction of Namma Metro Yellow Line, planned in two phases, began in 2017 and is almost complete.
Namma Metro Pink Line stations
| Station Name |
| Kalena Agrahara (formerly Gottigere) |
| Hulimavu |
| IIM-Bangalore |
| JP Nagar 4th Phase |
| Jayadeva Hospital |
| Swagath Road Cross |
| Dairy Circle |
| Lakkasandra (foremerly Mico Industries) |
| Langford Town |
| Rashtriya Military School (formerly Vellara Road) |
| MG Road |
| Shivaji Nagar |
| Cantonment |
| Pottery Town |
| Tannery Road |
| Venkateshpura |
| Kadugundanahalli (formerly Arabic College) |
| Nagawara |
The pink line section will span a distance of about 21 kms and connect Kalena Agaraha (formerly Gottigere) to Nagawara. There will be an elevated route of 7.5 kms and an underground stretch of 13.8 kms. There are a total number of 18 metro stations planned in this metro line. The Pink line has the longest underground stretch in the Bangalore Metro, covering 13.76 km, alongside an elevated stretch of 7.5 km. The underground section includes the development of twin tunnels spanning 20.99 km. The Namma Metro Pink Line is expected to be inaugurated by December 2026.
Namma Metro Phase 2
Approved in January 2014 by the union cabinet, the estimated cost for the second phase of Namma Metro was Rs 26,405 crores, which is estimated to escalate to Rs 32,000 crores in due time. Phase 2 spans a length of 72 kms, out of which 13 kms is underground. This phase has 62 stations out of which 12 are underground. Bengaluru Metro Phase 2 includes extension of the two Phase 1 lines in both directions, as well as construction of two new lines.
As per the plan, the south-end of the Green Line will be extended from Yelachenahalli to Anjanapura along Kanakapura Road and from Nagasandra to Madavara (previously named BIEC) on Tumkur Road. On the Purple line, the east-end has been extended from Baiyappanahalli to Whitefield and from Mysore Road to Challaghatta via Kengeri.
The K.R. Puram to Whitefield Metro route has been developed by the BMRCL at a cost of over Rs 4,500 crores. It will comprise 12 stations. On March 25, 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Whitefield (Kadugodi)- KR Puram Metro line. Metro operations on the route began on March 26, 2023.
The 3.14-km section of Bangalore Metro Green Line, connecting Nagasandra to Madavara, was opened on November 7, 2024.
Namma Metro Phase 2A
A new line between Silk Board and KR Puram has been included in Phase 2 as Phase-2A of the project. This line would run along the Outer Ring Road and is proposed to have 13 stations – Silk Board, HSR Layout, Agara, Ibbalur, Bellandur, Kadubeesanahalli, Kodibisanahalli, Marathahalli, ISRO, Doddanekundi, DRDO Sports Complex, Sarasvathi Nagara (previously Mahadevapura) and KR Puram.
Also called the ORR Metro Line or Blue Line, this will have interchange stations with the extended Purple Line at KR Puram and with the proposed RV Road – Bommasandra line (Yellow Line) at Silk Board.
Namma Metro Blue Line stations
| Station name | Interchange |
| KR Puram | Purple Line (under construction) |
| Mahadevpura | |
| DRDO Sports Complex | |
| Doddanakundi | |
| ISRO | |
| Marathahalli | |
| Kodibisanahalli | |
| Kadubeesanahalli | |
| Bellandur | |
| Ibbalur | |
| Agara Lake | |
| HSR Layout | |
| Silk Board | Yellow Line (upcoming) |
Namma Metro Phase 2B (Airport Line)
To connect Kempegowda International Airport with MG Road, Namma Metro Phase 2B is under-construction, which will be built at a cost of Rs 10,584 crores. The route will be 39 kms long. The route would begin at Krishnarajapura (KR Puram) and will be aligned along the northern part of ORR (Outer Ring Road), via Nagawara, Hebbal and Jakkur, before heading towards the airport.
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Cost
The total cost of Phase 2 is estimated around Rs 26,405 crore. Land acquisition is expected to cost around Rs 5,000 crore. The state and central governments will contribute 30% and 20% of the total project cost, respectively. The remaining will be obtained through senior term loans.
According to media reports, state-owned Rural Electrification Corporation Limited (REC Limited) will provide financial assistance of Rs 3,405 crore to BMRCL for developing the Phase 2 project in the city.
Namma Metro Phase 3
In March 18, 2024, the Karnataka cabinet gave a nod for the commencement of construction work for Bangalore Metro Phase 3. The Bangalore Metro Phase 3 project, which will be developed at an estimated cost of Rs 15,611 crore, is expected to be completed by 2028. Bangalore Metro Phase 3, which will cover a distance of 44.65 km, will come up along the entire stretch of the Outer Ring Road (ORR).
- The first metro rail line under phase 3 will be constructed from Hebbal to JP Nagar, around 32.15 km long.
- The second line will cover areas such as Gorguntepalya, Magadi Road, Mysuru Road and JP Nagar.The remaining length of around 12.5 km under Phase 3 will also pass along Hosahalli to Magadi Road and then to Kadabagere. It will pass from JP Nagar to Silk Board, Silk Board to KR Puram and from KR Puram to Hebbal.
The metro line will continue from Hebbal and cross Tumakuru Road near Dr Rajkumar’s memorial. It will cross Magadi Road, Mysuru Road, Kanakapura Road, and join JP Nagar. It will cover the entire Outer Ring Road.
The construction of Namma Metro Phase 3 is likely to commence in 2025 and end by 2035.
As per the proposed new metro route map details, the metro routes in Bangalore include:
- Carmelaram to Yelahanka, covering 37 kms
- Marathahalli to Hosakerehalli, covering 21 kms
- Bommasandra to Attibele
- Gottigere to Basavanapura
- RK Hegde Nagar to Aerospace Park
- Kogilu Cross – Rajanukunte
- Iblur to Carmelaram
Bangalore Metro Phase 3 funding pattern
- Karnataka government (Equity): Rs. 2,037 crore
- GoK subordinated debt for land & RR: Rs 2,019 crore
- GoK subordinated debt for central taxes: Rs 489 crore
- Indian government (Equity): Rs 2,037 crore
- GOI subordinated debt for central taxes: Rs 489 crore
- External debt (Loan): Rs 7,577 crore
The estimated completion cost incl. escalation for five years and IDC is Rs 16,328 crore. Further, the land acquisition for Phase 3 project of Namma Metro, including depot, is around 110 acre of 15% private land and 85% government land.
Namma Metro Orange line stations
Corridor 1: JP Nagar Phase 4 to Kempapura (ORR West)
| Station name | Interchange |
| Jayaprakash Nagara Phase 4 | JP Nagar 4th Phase Station of under construction line from Nagawarato Kalena Agrahara of Phase-2 |
| Jayaprakash Nagara Phase 5 | |
| Jayaprakash Nagara | Existing JP Nagar Station of line-2 from Nagasandra to Yelachanahalli |
| Kadirenahalli | |
| Kamakya Junction | |
| Hosakerahalli Cross | |
| Dwaraka Nagar | |
| Mysuru Road | Existing Mysore Road Station of line-1 from Baiyyappanhalli to Mysore Road |
| Nagarabhavi Circle | |
| Vinayaka Layout | |
| Papireddy Palya | |
| Nagarbhavi B D A Complex | |
| Sumanahalli Cross | Proposed Sumanahalli Cross Station of Corridor-2 from Hosahalli to Kadabagere of Phase-3 |
| Chowdeshwari Nagara | |
| Freedom Fighter’s Colony | |
| Kanteerava Nagar | |
| Peenya | Existing Peenya metro station of Reach-2 from Nagasandra to Yelachanahalli |
| Muthyalanagar | |
| B E L Circle | |
| Muthyalanagar | |
| Hebbala | |
| Kempapura | Kempapura station of under construction Phase-2B from KR Puram to Airport |
The ORR West Line of 30 kms: Hebbal to Mysore Road Metro Station and Magadi Road Toll Gate to Kadabagere section covering 14 kms will be developed as metrolite lines under public private partnership (PPP) model.
Corridor 2: Hosahalli to Kadabagere (Via Magadi Road)
| Station name | Interchange with |
| Hosahalli | Existing Hosahalli station of metroline-1 from Baiyyappanhalli to Mysore Road |
| KHB Colony | |
| Kamakshipalya | |
| Sumanahalli Cross | Proposed Sumanahalli Cross Station of Corridor-1 from JPNagar 4th Phase to Kempapura under Phase-3 |
| Sunkadakatte | |
| Herohalli | |
| Byadarahalli | |
| Kamath Layout | |
| Kadabagere |
Bangalore Metro Phase 4
The BMRCL announced its plans to extend the Bangalore Metro network under Phase 4. There are plans to extend the metro network to Kanakapura-Mysuru Road. Further, the metro network will also be extended to Bidadi, Neelamangala and Hoskote, providing metro connectivity to the city suburbs and far-flung areas.
Bangalore Metro to connect Doddaballapur, Nelamangala, Devanahalli and Hoskote
BMRCL is planning to extend the Metro Network to four outlying towns – Doddaballapur, Nelamangala, Devanahalli and Hoskote.
According to media reports, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has announced that the state government is considering extending the Namma Metro network to Hoskote in the east, Nelamangala in the west and Bidadi in the southwest. If approved, the proposed metro routes to Hoskote and other areas are expected to reduce traffic congestion in the city and boost connectivity.
Potential metro lines on Bangalore Metro
- Iblur to Carmelaram
- Magadi Road Toll Gate to Kadabagere
- Kogilu Cross to Rajanukunte
- Gottigere to Basavapura
- JP Nagar to KR Puram via Hebbal
- RK Hegde Nagar to Aerospace Park
- Bommasandra to Attibele
- Challaghatta to Bidadi
- Silk Institute to Harohalli on Kanakapura Road
- Madavara to Kunigal Cross near Nelamangala
- Kalena Agrahara to Kadugodi Tree Park via Jigani, Attibele and Varthur
New metro stations along the following routes will come up under Phase 4 as per the Comprehensive Mobility Plan:
- JP Nagar to Hebbal Kempapura (32.15 km)
- Whitefield to Domlur (31 km)
- Inner Ring UG Metro (34 km)
According to media reports, the BMRCL has sought funds from the state government to conduct a feasibility study on the proposed metro lines under Namma Metro Phase 4.
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Bangalore Namma Metro map
Source: BMRC.co.in
You can click here to view the schematic route Bangalore metro map on the official BMRCL website.
Bangalore Phase 1-3 metro map
Source: themetrorailguy.com
How to check Bangalore Metro map online?
- Commuters can check Bangalore Metro map online by visiting the Namma Metro’s official portal at https://english.bmrc.co.in/
- Go to the travel information section on the menu bar
- Click on route map
- A new page displaying the metro map will appear
Bangalore metro timings
| Line | Metro timings (Monday to Friday) | Metro timings (Sundays, general holidays, 2nd and 4th Saturdays) |
| Purple Line | 9 am to 10 am and 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm at 5-minute frequency
8 am to 9 am and 10 am to 11 am at 6-minute frequency 4.30 pm to 5.30 pm and 6.30 pm to 8 pm at 6-minute frequency
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10 am to 12 pm and 5 pm to 7 pm at 8-minute frequency |
| Green Line | 9 am to 10 am and 5.30 pm to 6.30 pm at 5-minute frequency
8 am to 9 am and 10 am to 11 am at 6-minute frequency 4.30 pm to 5.30 pm and 6.30 pm to 8.00 pm at 6-minute frequency |
10 am to 12 pm and 5 pm to 7 pm at 8-minute frequency |
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Note: Trains will run at 12-minute frequency, during remaining operational hours
Considering that stopping train services by 8 pm is causing inconvenience for the citizens, the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation (BMRCL) has decided to extend the metro timings till 10 pm. If implemented, Metro trains will operate from 6 am to 10 pm.
Further, in January 2025, the BMRCL announced an update on the metro timings for train operations on Mondays. According to the announcement, the Namma Metro train services will start early with effective from January 13, 2025. The move is aimed to boost connectivity for commuters in the city.
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Namma Metro features
- Affordable fare: The Namma metro fare ranges from Rs 10 to Rs 60, providing residents of Bangalore with an affordable means of transportation to different parts of the city.
- Faster travel: Metro trains are designed to run at a maximum speed of 80 km/h. The Namma Metro system provides a faster transportation mode for the residents.
- Intra-city connectivity: The Namma Metro map includes two operational metro lines – Purple Line and Green Line, which connects a major portion of the city. Bangalore Metro extensions plans are underway, which will enhance connectivity to the city’s outskirts.
- Integrated transit system: The Bangalore Metro network has been designed to provide easy connectivity to other transport systems such as BMTC buses.
- Eco-friendly metro operations: The Namma Metro train services operate on electric power, which reduce the dependency on non-renewable energy sources. The metro is designed to reduce carbon footprint by encouraging the use of public transport.
- Advanced facilities: Namma Metro commuters have access of modern infrastructure such as air-conditioned metro coaches, well-lit metro stations, elevators and escalators, etc.
Namma Metro fare
| Distance | Metro fare |
| 0-2 km | Rs 10 |
| 2-4 km | Rs 20 |
| 4-6 km | Rs 30 |
| 6-8 km | Rs 40 |
| 8-10 km | Rs 50 |
| 10-12 km | Rs 60 |
| 15-20 km | Rs 70 |
| 20-25 km | Rs 80 |
| 25-30 km | Rs 90 |
| 30 km and above | Rs 90 |
Namma Metro has an Automated Fare Collection (AFC) system, which uses contactless smart tokens and smart card. Varshik is a type of smart card currently available. It costs Rs 50 with a user deposit of Rs 50 and validity of one year. It provides a discount of 5% on fares.
- During peak hours, a 5% discount is available on the usage of smart cards.
- During non-peak hours, an additional 5% discount will be available on the use of smart cards.
Non-peak hours
- Time from the start of metro services until 8 AM
- 12 noon to 4 pm
- 9 pm to closing time on weekdays
Recently, the BMRCL board approved the recommendation to increase metro fare by 40-45%. This is the first revision by BMRCL since 2017. However, the fare hike, which was set for rollout from February 1, 2025, has been put on hold. As per reports, the Centre has asked the Namma Metro to submit a comprehensive report before making any decision. The announcement was made about two weeks after the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation raised ticket and pass prices by 15%.
How to buy tickets for the Bangalore metro?
Through WhatsApp
- Save the BMRCL’s WhatsApp chatbot number 8105556677 on your phone.
- Send “Hi” to the chatbot.
- Choose the option “Buy Ticket”.
- Select the origin and destination stations.
- Choose the number of tickets you want to buy and type of ticket (single journey or day pass).
- Check the ticket details and complete payment of the metro fare.
- A QR code ticket will generated.
Through Namma Metro app
- Download the Namma Metro app from the Play Store on your phone.
- Create an account on the app and sign in using the credentials.
- Choose the option “Buy Ticket”.
- Select the origin and destination stations.
- Choose the number of tickets and the type of ticket (single journey or day pass).
- Check the details and complete the payment of the metro fare.
- A QR code ticket will generated.
Buying tokens with cash payment
Commuters can buy a ticket from the customer care counters at any metro station on the Bangalore Metro Network by giving details of the origin and destination stations to the representatives. A token will be given. After the journey, insert the token at the given slot on the AFC gate and exit the metro station.
How to book Namma Metro QR code tickets?
Commuters can now book QR-code based tickets using the Namma Metro mobile application. The QR code will be displayed on the Namma Metro app, which can be tapped at the QR-enabled Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) gates of the metro stations. The BMRCL allows six passengers to use a single ticket.
To buy a QR ticket, commuters can access mobile applications such as the Namma Metro app, Whatsapp, PayTM, Yantra, etc. The BMRCL provides a discount of 5% on the tocken fare.
Large groups of more than 1000 persons are eligible to get a 20% discount on the metro token fare. Medium group comprising of 100 to 1000 persons are eligible to get a 15% discount. Commuters are required to enter and exit the station together to avail of the discount.
Bangalore Metro Mobile app
In 2013, the Namma Metro mobile app, developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC), was launched by the BMRCL for Android users. It was officially re-launched on November 4, 2016, with additional features. The application enables users to buy and recharge their smart cards online, find nearby metro stations and get information about metro fares, route map, train frequencies, and parking.
Rules
According to the Bangalore Metro Rail (Carriage and Ticket) Rules 2011, the maximum weight of personal baggage allowed is 15 kilogram (kg). According to the rules, those travelling by metro cannot carry any goods other than small baggage containing personal belongings not exceeding 60cm x 45cm x 25cm in size and 15 kg in weight, except with the prior approval of the metro railway administration. Further, the rules prohibit carrying explosive, inflammable, and poisonous substances. According to the Metro Railway (Operations and Maintenance) Act, 2002, offences committed on the metro may result in fines and, in some cases, jail sentences.
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Bangalore Metro real estate impact
The Bangalore Metro is a lifeline for the residents of the city. The metro network passes through prominent localities and thriving commercial and business hubs of the city. These include the IT hub of Whitefield and Kengeri and neighbourhoods such as MG Road and Mysore Road. The metro network is witnessing an expansion, which is expected to further enhance connectivity in the city. The upcoming metro lines such as the airport line from KR Puram to the Kempegowda International Airport will significantly drive the real estate growth in the region. With the development of the metro project, property demand along the key corridors has seen an increase. This is expected to result in price appreciation in future, making it a favourable time for investments.
Housing.com News Viewpoint
The Namma Metro network will alter the way people commute across the city by providing them with an affordable mode of transportation and reducing traffic congestion on the roads. Moreover, it will steer real estate growth opportunities in the coming years. As an investor or a prospective home buyer, you can consider buying a property along the upcoming corridors.
FAQs
Is there metro connectivity to Yelahanka?
The Yeshwantpur Metro Station is the nearest metro station to Yelahanka. There is a proposed metro route to Yelahanka from Carmelaram.
Who is executing the Bangalore Metro project?
The Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL), a joint venture of the Karnataka government and the Government of India, is the agency responsible for executing the Namma Metro Project.
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