What is the ticket price for this route?

A single journey costs ₹20. A smart card saves about 5% per trip (₹19). A return ticket is ₹36.

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 Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College) Metro Route

Q: How long does it take from Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) to Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College)?

The metro ride takes about 12 minutes with no line changes. During peak hours you may wait 2-3 minutes for a train, so plan for around 17 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 Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College).

About Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) to Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College) Metro Route

Time

12 min

Distance

5.3 km

Fare

₹20

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Purple Line Platform 2 Towards Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College)

Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli)

ಶ್ರೀ ಬಾಲಗಂಗಾಧರನಾಥ ಸ್ವಾಮೀಜಿ ನಿಲ್ದಾಣ (ಹೊಸಹಳ್ಳಿ)

Start

Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic)

ನಾಡಪ್ರಭು ಕೆಂಪೇಗೌಡ ನಿಲ್ದಾಣ (ಮೆಜೆಸ್ಟಿಕ್)

Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College)

ಸರ್ ಎಂ. ವಿಶ್ವೇಶ್ವರಯ್ಯ ನಿಲ್ದಾಣ

Destination

12m

Trip ends

Stop-by-stop table

Every stop from Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) to Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College) with the line served, cumulative travel time and fare from the origin.

Stops on the Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) to Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College) 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)Destination	Purple	12 min	₹20

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

Places to Explore

Education•18 min walk

Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium

Education•15 min walk

Bowring and Lady Curzon Hospital

Healthcare•15 min walk

Places You'll Pass Through

Between Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) and Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College), 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

Fare Information

₹20

Regular

₹36

Return

₹19

Smart Card

₹250

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About This Route

The journey from Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) to Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College) is a direct 12-minute ride on the Purple Line, covering 5.3 km with 5 stops. No line changes needed — just board at Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli) and get off at Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College).

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 ₹20 for a single trip, or ₹19 with a smart card. First train departs at 5 AM and last train around 11 PM.