How long does it take from Challaghatta to MG Road?

The metro ride takes about 54 minutes with no line changes. During peak hours you may wait 2-3 minutes for a train, so plan for around 59 minutes end-to-end.

What is the ticket price for this route?

A single journey costs ₹70. A smart card saves about 5% per trip (₹66). A return ticket is ₹126.

Do I need to change trains on this route?

No. This is a direct route on the Purple Line. Board at Challaghatta and stay on until MG Road.

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.

Challaghatta to MG Road Metro Route

About Challaghatta to MG Road Metro Route

Time

54 min

Distance

26.3 km

Fare

₹70

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Purple Line Platform 2 Towards MG Road

Start

12m

15m

Pantharapalya (Nayandahalli)

ಪಂತರಪಾಳ್ಯ (ನಯಂದಹಳ್ಳಿ)

18m

21m

24m

27m

30m

Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli)

ಶ್ರೀ ಬಾಲಗಂಗಾಧರನಾಥ ಸ್ವಾಮೀಜಿ ನಿಲ್ದಾಣ (ಹೊಸಹಳ್ಳಿ)

33m

36m

39m

Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic)

ನಾಡಪ್ರಭು ಕೆಂಪೇಗೌಡ ನಿಲ್ದಾಣ (ಮೆಜೆಸ್ಟಿಕ್)

42m

Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College)

ಸರ್ ಎಂ. ವಿಶ್ವೇಶ್ವರಯ್ಯ ನಿಲ್ದಾಣ

45m

Dr. BR. Ambedkar Station (Vidhana Soudha)

ಡಾ. ಬಿ.ಆರ್. ಅಂಬೇಡ್ಕರ್ ನಿಲ್ದಾಣ (ವಿಧಾನ ಸೌಧ)

48m

51m

54m

Trip ends

Stop-by-stop table

Every stop from Challaghatta to MG Road with the line served, cumulative travel time and fare from the origin.

Stops on the Challaghatta to MG Road Namma Metro route — line, cumulative time (min) and fare from origin (INR).
#	Stop	Line	Cumulative min	Fare from origin
1	ChallaghattaOrigin	Purple	0 min	₹0
2	Kengeri	Purple	3 min	₹10
3	Kengeri Bus Terminal	Purple	6 min	₹10
4	Pattanagere	Purple	9 min	₹20
5	Jnanabharathi	Purple	12 min	₹20
6	Rajarajeshwari Nagar	Purple	15 min	₹30
7	Pantharapalya (Nayandahalli)	Purple	18 min	₹30
8	Mysuru Road	Purple	21 min	₹40
9	Deepanjali Nagar	Purple	24 min	₹40
10	Attiguppe	Purple	27 min	₹50
11	Vijayanagara	Purple	30 min	₹50
12	Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli)	Purple	33 min	₹60
13	Magadi Road	Purple	36 min	₹60
14	City Railway Station	Purple	39 min	₹60
15	Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic)	Purple & Green	42 min	₹60
16	Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College)	Purple	45 min	₹60
17	Dr. BR. Ambedkar Station (Vidhana Soudha)	Purple	48 min	₹70
18	Cubbon Park	Purple	51 min	₹70
19	MG RoadDestination	Purple	54 min	₹70

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

Places to Explore

Places You'll Pass Through

Between Challaghatta and MG Road, you'll pass by these places at intermediate stations:

Wonderla Amusement Park

Entertainment · near Kengeri station

Wonderla Amusement Park

Entertainment · near Mysuru Road station

Forum Mall

Shopping · near Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) station

Garuda Mall

Shopping · near Magadi Road station

Bangalore Palace

Tourist · near Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic) station

Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium

Education · near Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College) station

Vidhana Soudha

Government · near Dr. BR. Ambedkar Station (Vidhana Soudha) station

Cubbon Park

Tourist · near Cubbon Park station

Fare Information

₹70

Regular

₹126

Return

₹66

Smart Card

₹250

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About This Route

The journey from Challaghatta to MG Road is a direct 54-minute ride on the Purple Line, covering 26.3 km with 19 stops. No line changes needed — just board at Challaghatta and get off at MG Road.

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 ₹70 for a single trip, or ₹66 with a smart card. First train departs at 5 AM and last train around 11 PM.