How long does it take from Banashankari to Silk Institute?

The metro ride takes about 21 minutes with no line changes. During peak hours you may wait 2-3 minutes for a train, so plan for around 26 minutes end-to-end.

What is the ticket price for this route?

A single journey costs ₹40. A smart card saves about 5% per trip (₹38). A return ticket is ₹72.

Do I need to change trains on this route?

No. This is a direct route on the Green Line. Board at Banashankari and stay on until Silk Institute.

What are the metro timings on this route?

The first train runs at 5:00 AM and the last at around 11:00 PM. Trains run every 4-5 minutes during rush hours and every 8-10 minutes off-peak, all seven days of the week.

When is the best time to travel to avoid crowds?

Avoid 8-10 AM and 6-8 PM. Early mornings (before 8 AM), mid-afternoon (2-5 PM) and after 9 PM are usually quiet. Weekends are lighter unless heading to malls or nightlife spots.

Can I carry luggage on the metro?

Yes, standard luggage is allowed and screened at entry. Keep bags close during peak hours and do not block doors. There is no extra charge for regular-sized bags.

Banashankari to Silk Institute Metro Route

About Banashankari to Silk Institute Metro Route

Time

21 min

Distance

10.5 km

Fare

₹40

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Trip starts➤

Green Line Platform 2 Towards Silk Institute

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Trip ends

Stop-by-stop table

Every stop from Banashankari to Silk Institute with the line served, cumulative travel time and fare from the origin.

Stops on the Banashankari to Silk Institute Namma Metro route — line, cumulative time (min) and fare from origin (INR).
#	Stop	Line	Cumulative min	Fare from origin
1	BanashankariOrigin	Green	0 min	₹0
2	Jaya Prakash Nagara	Green	3 min	₹10
3	Yelachenahalli	Green	6 min	₹10
4	Konanakunte Cross	Green	9 min	₹20
5	Doddakallasandra	Green	12 min	₹20
6	Vajarahalli	Green	15 min	₹30
7	Thalaghattapura	Green	18 min	₹30
8	Silk InstituteDestination	Green	21 min	₹40

Fares are single-journey tokens. Cumulative time is peak-hour; off-peak is typically 10-15% faster.

Places to Explore

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Indian Institute of Management Bangalore

Education•20 min walk

Fortis Hospital

Healthcare•25 min walk

Nisha's Swimming Academy

Sports•15 min walk

Bannerghatta Biological Park

Park•35 min walk

Places You'll Pass Through

Between Banashankari and Silk Institute, you'll pass by these places at intermediate stations:

Jindal Naturecure Institute

Wellness · near Yelachenahalli station

Fare Information

₹40

Regular

₹72

Return

₹38

Smart Card

₹250

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About This Route

The journey from Banashankari to Silk Institute is a direct 21-minute ride on the Green Line, covering 10.5 km with 8 stops. No line changes needed — just board at Banashankari and get off at Silk Institute.

Trains run every 4-5 minutes during rush hours (8-10 AM and 6-8 PM) and every 8-10 minutes at other times. The fare is ₹40 for a single trip, or ₹38 with a smart card. First train departs at 5 AM and last train around 11 PM.