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.

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.

Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) to Garudacharpalya Metro Route

Q: How long does it take from Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) to Garudacharpalya?

The metro ride takes about 48 minutes with no line changes. During peak hours you may wait 2-3 minutes for a train, so plan for around 53 minutes end-to-end.

Q: Do I need to change trains on this route?

No. This is a direct route on the Purple Line. Board at Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) and stay on until Garudacharpalya.

About Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) to Garudacharpalya Metro Route

Time

48 min

Distance

22.9 km

Fare

₹70

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Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli)

ಶ್ರೀ ಬಾಲಗಂಗಾಧರನಾಥ ಸ್ವಾಮೀಜಿ ನಿಲ್ದಾಣ (ಹೊಸಹಳ್ಳಿ)

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Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic)

ನಾಡಪ್ರಭು ಕೆಂಪೇಗೌಡ ನಿಲ್ದಾಣ (ಮೆಜೆಸ್ಟಿಕ್)

Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College)

ಸರ್ ಎಂ. ವಿಶ್ವೇಶ್ವರಯ್ಯ ನಿಲ್ದಾಣ

12m

Dr. BR. Ambedkar Station (Vidhana Soudha)

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

15m

18m

21m

24m

27m

30m

Swami Vivekananda Road

ಸ್ವಾಮಿ ವಿವೇಕಾನಂದ ರಸ್ತೆ

33m

36m

39m

Krishnarajapura (K.R.Pura)

ಕೃಷ್ಣರಾಜಪುರ (ಕೆ.ಆರ್.ಪುರ)

42m

45m

48m

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Stop-by-stop table

Every stop from Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) to Garudacharpalya with the line served, cumulative travel time and fare from the origin.

Stops on the Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) to Garudacharpalya Namma Metro route — line, cumulative time (min) and fare from origin (INR).
#	Stop	Line	Cumulative min	Fare from origin
1	Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli)Origin	Purple	0 min	₹0
2	Magadi Road	Purple	3 min	₹10
3	City Railway Station	Purple	6 min	₹10
4	Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic)	Purple & Green	9 min	₹20
5	Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College)	Purple	12 min	₹20
6	Dr. BR. Ambedkar Station (Vidhana Soudha)	Purple	15 min	₹30
7	Cubbon Park	Purple	18 min	₹30
8	MG Road	Purple	21 min	₹40
9	Trinity	Purple	24 min	₹40
10	Halasuru	Purple	27 min	₹50
11	Indiranagar	Purple	30 min	₹50
12	Swami Vivekananda Road	Purple	33 min	₹60
13	Baiyappanahalli	Purple	36 min	₹60
14	Benniganahalli	Purple	39 min	₹60
15	Krishnarajapura (K.R.Pura)	Purple	42 min	₹60
16	Singayyanapalya	Purple	45 min	₹60
17	GarudacharpalyaDestination	Purple	48 min	₹70

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

Places to Explore

Education•18 min walk

Places You'll Pass Through

Between Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) and Garudacharpalya, you'll pass by these places at intermediate stations:

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

MG Road

Shopping · near MG Road station

National Gallery of Modern Art

Cultural · near Trinity station

Ulsoor Lake

Park · near Halasuru station

Fare Information

₹70

Regular

₹126

Return

₹66

Smart Card

₹250

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About This Route

The journey from Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) to Garudacharpalya is a direct 48-minute ride on the Purple Line, covering 22.9 km with 17 stops. No line changes needed — just board at Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) and get off at Garudacharpalya.

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.