Vajarahalli Metro Station
Vajarahalli Metro Station is an elevated station on the Namma Metro Green Line in Bengaluru. It opened to the public on 21 January 2021. The station sits at Kanakapura Road, Vajarahalli Village, Talaghattapura (PIN: 560062). It is a key transit anchor for south Bengaluru commuters travelling to Majestic, Jayanagar, R.V. Road and the wider city. The station runs daily from around 05:30 AM to 11:00 PM. Fares run ₹10 to ₹60 depending on travel distance. Commuters can interchange to the Purple Line at Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic). They can also interchange to the Yellow Line at R.V. Road Station. For residents of Vajarahalli and projects like Purva Eminora, the station gives walking-distance, traffic-free connectivity that has reshaped the area's identity.
Vajarahalli Metro Station — Key Details
| Attribute | Detail |
| Station Name | Vajarahalli Metro Station |
| Line | Namma Metro Green Line (North-South Corridor) |
| Type | Elevated |
| Opened | 21 January 2021 |
| Operator | Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) |
| Location | Kanakapura Road, Vajarahalli Village, Talaghattapura, Bengaluru |
| PIN Code | 560062 |
| Timings | Approximately 05:30 AM to 11:00 PM (Daily) |
| Fare Range | ₹10 to ₹60 (distance-based) |
| Corridor Endpoints | Nagasandra ↔ Silk Institute |
| Adjacent Stations | Doddakallasandra (north), Thalaghattapura (south) |
Gate A and Gate B — Access Points
Gate A
Gate A opens toward Bayanapalya — near the Magnum Honda showroom on Kanakapura Main Road. This gate primarily serves residents and commuters approaching from the eastern side of the station.
Gate B
Gate B opens toward Raghuvanahalli — near the D'Mart on Kanakapura Road. This gate primarily serves residents from the Vajarahalli village core, Talaghattapura belt and the surrounding residential developments. Gate B is the closer approach for residents of Purva Eminora and the Vajarahalli–Thalaghattapura premium belt.
Station Facilities and Amenities
- Parking: Two-wheeler and four-wheeler parking available at the station
- Lifts: Step-free access via lifts for senior citizens, persons with disabilities and parents with strollers
- Ramps: Wheelchair-accessible ramps at both access points
- Smart Card & Token Counters: Smart card recharge and token vending machines for ticketing
- BMRCL App: Tickets can be booked via the official Namma Metro mobile app
- CCTV Surveillance: 24×7 CCTV monitoring with BMRCL security presence
- Drinking Water and Restrooms: Free drinking water taps and clean restrooms
- Concession counters: For ID verification and concession passes
Interchanges and Onward Connectivity
Vajarahalli Metro Station is on the Namma Metro Green Line (Nagasandra ↔ Silk Institute). From here, commuters can interchange to:
- Purple Line at Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic): For east-west travel across Bengaluru — Whitefield, KR Puram, MG Road, Indiranagar on the east; Magadi Road, Mysuru Road on the west
- Yellow Line at R.V. Road Station: For the south-east corridor — HSR Layout, the upcoming Electronic City stretch, and the under-construction extension to Bommasandra
Commute Times from Vajarahalli Metro Station
| Destination Station | Travel Time | Approx. Fare |
| Thalaghattapura (adjacent, south) | ~3 min | ₹10 |
| Doddakallasandra (adjacent, north) | ~3 min | ₹10 |
| Silk Institute (southern terminal) | ~6 min | ₹15 |
| Konanakunte Cross | ~7 min | ₹15 |
| Banashankari | ~15 min | ₹25 |
| National College | ~28 min | ₹40 |
| R.V. Road (Yellow Line interchange) | ~30 min | ₹40 |
| Majestic (Purple Line interchange) | ~45 min | ₹50 |
| Indiranagar (via Purple Line) | ~60 min | ₹55 |
| Whitefield (via Purple Line) | ~85 min | ₹60 |
Bus Connectivity Near Vajarahalli Metro Station
- Ganigarapalya Bus Stop: 1–9 minute walk depending on location within the locality
- Bayyanapalya Bus Stop: ~5 minute walk from the metro station
- KSRTC–Talaghattapura Bus Stand: ~8–10 minute walk down Kanakapura Main Road
- BMTC routes 211 and 226: Frequent services connecting Vajarahalli to Kempegowda Bus Station (Majestic) and KR Market
- KSRTC inter-city services: Long-distance southbound services use the corridor
Distance from Vajarahalli Metro Station to Key Anchors
| Anchor | Distance from Metro Station |
| Purva Eminora project gate | ~1 km (Thalaghattapura side) |
| D'Mart Kanakapura Road | ~0.5 km (Gate B side) |
| Magnum Honda showroom | Gate A access (immediate) |
| Shankar Super Specialty Hospital | ~470 m |
| Zymus Hospital | ~100 m (immediate, Vajarahalli side) |
| Vajarahalli Club (Sports & Cultural Institute) | ~600 m |
| KSSEM Engineering College | ~1 km |
| Forum South Bengaluru Mall (via metro) | ~6 km (Konanakunte Cross station) |
Frequently Asked Questions about Vajarahalli Metro Station
1. When did Vajarahalli Metro Station open?
Vajarahalli Metro Station opened to the public on 21 January 2021 as part of the Namma Metro Green Line southern extension. It is an elevated station located at Kanakapura Road in Vajarahalli Village, Talaghattapura.
2. What are the Vajarahalli Metro Station timings?
Vajarahalli Metro Station operates daily from approximately 05:30 AM to 11:00 PM. The first train of the day typically departs around 05:30 AM in both directions; the last train is around 11:00 PM. Frequencies are roughly every 4–5 minutes during peak hours and every 7–10 minutes during off-peak.
3. What is the fare from Vajarahalli Metro to Majestic?
The fare from Vajarahalli Metro Station to Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic) is approximately ₹50. The journey takes around 45 minutes and involves a Green Line ride to one of the interchange stations and then a Purple Line ride to Majestic.
4. Does Vajarahalli Metro Station have parking?
Yes — Vajarahalli Metro Station offers two-wheeler and four-wheeler parking. The station also has lifts and ramps for accessibility, plus CCTV-monitored security throughout the parking area.
5. Which line is Vajarahalli Metro Station on?
Vajarahalli Metro Station is on the Namma Metro Green Line (North-South Corridor), running from Nagasandra in the north to Silk Institute in the south. Adjacent stations are Doddakallasandra (north) and Thalaghattapura (south).
6. Where are Gate A and Gate B of Vajarahalli Metro Station?
Gate A opens toward Bayanapalya (near the Magnum Honda showroom on Kanakapura Main Road). Gate B opens toward Raghuvanahalli (near D'Mart on Kanakapura Road). Gate B is the closer approach for residents of the Vajarahalli–Thalaghattapura premium belt including Purva Eminora.
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