Namma Metro route map and fare guide for 2025
Bengaluru’s Namma Metro links the airport with central districts and long residential corridors, making it the easiest way to understand the city’s geography. In 2025, the Purple and Green lines carried regular passengers; the Yellow Line was being completed, and proposed extensions should not be treated as available services.
This guide sets out the route, interchange points and distance-based fares for travellers from Australia. Fares are quoted in Indian rupees, and the travel-card fare cap is a useful comparison for anyone accustomed to Opal in Sydney or Myki in Melbourne. Metro journeys use separate fares from buses, taxis and ride-hailing.
The route map at a glance
The Green Line runs from Madavara in the north to Silk Institute in the south, passing the airport and MG Road. The Purple Line serves the east–west corridor, broadly linking Whitefield/Kannur Cross with Challaghatta through the centre. Major Purple–Green interchanges include Majestic, MG Road and Cubbon Park. For wider local details, the Bangalore local portal also lists hospitals, hotels and visitor information.
| Line | 2025 status | Main corridor | Practical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purple | Open | Whitefield/Kannur Cross–Challaghatta | Cross-city travel and eastern workplaces |
| Green | Open | Madavara–Silk Institute | Airport access and north–south travel |
| Yellow | Under construction | RV Road–Bommasandra | Links toward Electronic City; check actual openings |
| Pink | Proposed | Nagasandra–Aerospace City | Not available for regular travel |
Use Majestic for airport transfers and connections to many bus routes. The Yellow Line, linking RV Road with Bommasandra through central Bengaluru and Electronic City, appeared as a construction or staged-opening route during 2025, so confirm the usable section for your travel date. The proposed Pink Line is not a passenger option in this guide.
Planning around routes and timing
Download an offline map before leaving your hotel and identify the interchange as well as the destination. Station signs are generally in English and Kannada, while local apps may display routes differently from English-language planners. Allow time for the walk from street to platform, especially at elevated stations with lifts, escalators and pedestrian bridges.
Peak traffic usually falls from about 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., with pressure highest near MG Road and Majestic. A portal’s seasonal travel guide explains how the milder months and heavier monsoon rain from June to October can affect sightseeing plans. Waterlogged footpaths and longer station approaches deserve extra time during rain.
Use official BMRCL notices for service changes, and check third-party apps for their operator, fare and complaints process before relying on them. An online safety checklist shows why reading terms, limits and support details matters when an unfamiliar service looks convenient.
Fares, cards and rider recommendations
Fares depend on distance, not time or number of stops. A journey of up to 3 km costs ₹10; 3–6 km costs ₹15; 6–9 km costs ₹20; 9–12 km costs ₹25; 12–15 km costs ₹30; 15–18 km costs ₹35; 18–21 km costs ₹40; 21–24 km costs ₹45; and longer journeys cost ₹50. Metro fares are exempt from Indian GST, unlike some Australian transport products where tax is included in the advertised ticket.
Pay cash, use UPI or tap an eligible bank card at the gates. A refundable travel card also unlocks a daily cap of ₹100 on weekdays and ₹150 on weekends and public holidays, provided it is used for eligible journeys and has sufficient balance. The refundable deposit and minimum recharge are separate from the fare, so the first purchase can require more cash than a single ride.
- Use a travel card for multiple rides and keep enough stored balance to benefit from the ₹100 weekday or ₹150 weekend cap.
- Carry ₹100–₹200 in small notes as a backup for a card or UPI problem.
- Check the destination and interchange before entering; do not board based only on the number of stops.
- Travel outside peak hours when possible, especially with luggage or children.
- Allow extra minutes for lifts, escalators and the final walk to a bus stop or taxi rank.
- Confirm an auto or taxi fare before departure and keep payment separate from your metro budget.
The card cap and distance slabs make costs easier to estimate than a metered taxi, especially for airport runs. Keeping a screenshot of the route and the amount deducted from the card balance also helps when checking a journey later.
Local connections and Australian travel habits
Leaving the metro does not end the journey. Autos are useful for short gaps, while app-based cars handle longer trips and airport transfers. Agree the fare in advance or use the displayed ride-hailing estimate, and check that a taxi meter is running before departure. Public buses use their own ticketing rules and should not be assumed to accept a metro card.
Indian rides are often booked by phone or app, India’s UPI cashless payment system is common locally, and cash still has a practical role for small transactions. Bengaluru’s Green Line reaches the airport terminal directly, unlike the separate rail, bus and shuttle arrangements around some Australian airports, including Sydney’s airport rail and Melbourne’s SkyBus. For an auto or taxi, a small tip for help with luggage is appreciated but optional.
The Green Line also reaches Ulsoor Lake, where a guide to island grounds and festivals adds useful context beyond the transport map.
Road journeys can be slow during peak hours, so retain a metro-first plan even when a taxi looks convenient. For longer stays, compare a neighbourhood’s actual commute with its access to hospitals, shops and food rather than relying on distance from an attraction.
What to remember for your journey
The dependable 2025 reference is the pair of open lines: Green from Madavara to Silk Institute, and Purple from the eastern corridor through the centre to Challaghatta. Majestic, MG Road and Cubbon Park are the key transfer points. Treat Yellow Line announcements as changing information, not a promise that the full route is available.
For a long stay, the neighbourhood matters as much as the network. The careful comparison of commute and amenities described in Mississauga home buying offers a useful method: check daily travel times, nearby services and practical access before settling on an area.
Remember the essentials: a verified route, a funded travel card for capped journeys, small cash notes as a fallback, and extra time for the last stretch on foot. Those details prevent most avoidable problems in Bengaluru’s busy transport system.