How long does it take from MG Road to Krishnarajapura (K.R.Pura)?

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 Purple Line. Board at MG Road and stay on until Krishnarajapura (K.R.Pura).

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.

MG Road to Krishnarajapura (K.R.Pura) Metro Route

About MG Road to Krishnarajapura (K.R.Pura) Metro Route

Time

21 min

Distance

11.6 km

Fare

₹40

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Trip starts➤

Purple Line Platform 2 Towards Krishnarajapura (K.R.Pura)

Start

Swami Vivekananda Road

ಸ್ವಾಮಿ ವಿವೇಕಾನಂದ ರಸ್ತೆ

12m

15m

18m

Krishnarajapura (K.R.Pura)

ಕೃಷ್ಣರಾಜಪುರ (ಕೆ.ಆರ್.ಪುರ)

Destination

21m

Trip ends

Stop-by-stop table

Every stop from MG Road to Krishnarajapura (K.R.Pura) with the line served, cumulative travel time and fare from the origin.

Stops on the MG Road to Krishnarajapura (K.R.Pura) Namma Metro route — line, cumulative time (min) and fare from origin (INR).
#	Stop	Line	Cumulative min	Fare from origin
1	MG RoadOrigin	Purple	0 min	₹0
2	Trinity	Purple	3 min	₹10
3	Halasuru	Purple	6 min	₹10
4	Indiranagar	Purple	9 min	₹20
5	Swami Vivekananda Road	Purple	12 min	₹20
6	Baiyappanahalli	Purple	15 min	₹30
7	Benniganahalli	Purple	18 min	₹30
8	Krishnarajapura (K.R.Pura)Destination	Purple	21 min	₹40

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 MG Road and Krishnarajapura (K.R.Pura), you'll pass by these places at intermediate stations:

National Gallery of Modern Art

Cultural · near Trinity station

Ulsoor Lake

Park · near Halasuru station

ISKCON Temple Bangalore

Religious · near Indiranagar station

Manipal Hospital (Old Airport Road)

Medical · near Swami Vivekananda Road station

HAL Aerospace Museum

Cultural · near Baiyappanahalli station

Fare Information

₹40

Regular

₹72

Return

₹38

Smart Card

₹250

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About This Route

The journey from MG Road to Krishnarajapura (K.R.Pura) is a direct 21-minute ride on the Purple Line, covering 11.6 km with 8 stops. No line changes needed — just board at MG Road and get off at Krishnarajapura (K.R.Pura).

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.