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🚆 Namma Metro: Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College) to Silk Institute

The Purple Line of the Namma Metro connects Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College) to Silk Institute without any interchange. This direct route covers 19 km in approximately 37 minutes across 17 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Namma Metro runs along the Purple Line with no line changes required. Silk Institute station opened in 2021.

🗺️ Namma Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Namma Metro route map to plan the journey from Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College) to Silk Institute. It includes the interchange, station-by-station route, travel time, distance and Namma Metro ticket price in one place. If you are comparing a metro map, metro route map or metro fare before travelling, the route summary below provides the live journey data available for this corridor.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~37 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 70
🎟️ Discounted: INR 67
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College)

Purple Line
→ Next: nadaprabhu_kempegowda_station_majestic (2 min)
2

Nadaprabhu Kempegowda station (Majestic)

Green Line
→ Next: chickpete (2 min)
3

Chickpete

Green Line
→ Next: krishna_rajendra_market (1 min)
4

Krishna Rajendra Market

Green Line
→ Next: national_college (2 min)
5

National College

Green Line
→ Next: lalbagh_botanical_garden (1 min)
6

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Green Line
→ Next: south_end_circle (1 min)
7

South End Circle

Green Line
→ Next: jayanagara (1 min)
8

Jayanagara

Green Line
→ Next: rashtreeya_vidyalaya_road (3 min)
9

Rashtreeya Vidyalaya Road

Green Line
→ Next: banashankari (3 min)
10

Banashankari

Green Line
→ Next: jaya_prakash_nagara (1 min)
11

Jaya Prakash Nagara

Green Line
→ Next: yelachenahalli (2 min)
12

Yelachenahalli

Green Line
→ Next: konanakunte_cross (2 min)
13

Konanakunte Cross

Green Line
→ Next: doddakallasandra (2 min)
14

Doddakallasandra

Green Line
→ Next: vajarahalli (2 min)
15

Vajarahalli

Green Line
→ Next: thalaghattapura (0 min)
16

Thalaghattapura

Green Line
→ Next: silk_institute (4 min)
17

Silk Institute

Green Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College) → Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station Majestic

📏 Distance: 1.21 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
2

Nadaprabhu Kempegowda station (Majestic) → Chickpete

📏 Distance: 1.01 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

Chickpete → Krishna Rajendra Market

📏 Distance: 0.82 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
4

Krishna Rajendra Market → National College

📏 Distance: 1.06 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
5

National College → Lalbagh Botanical Garden

📏 Distance: 0.70 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
6

Lalbagh Botanical Garden → South End Circle

📏 Distance: 0.97 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
7

South End Circle → Jayanagara

📏 Distance: 0.99 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

Jayanagara → Rashtreeya Vidyalaya Road

📏 Distance: 1.66 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
9

Rashtreeya Vidyalaya Road → Banashankari

📏 Distance: 1.97 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
10

Banashankari → Jaya Prakash Nagara

📏 Distance: 0.94 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
11

Jaya Prakash Nagara → Yelachenahalli

📏 Distance: 1.28 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
12

Yelachenahalli → Konanakunte Cross

📏 Distance: 1.13 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
13

Konanakunte Cross → Doddakallasandra

📏 Distance: 1.18 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
14

Doddakallasandra → Vajarahalli

📏 Distance: 1.39 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
15

Vajarahalli → Thalaghattapura

📏 Distance: 0.00 km
⏱️ Time: N/A min
16

Thalaghattapura → Silk Institute

📏 Distance: 2.20 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Chickpete

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Krishna Rajendra Market

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

National College

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

South End Circle

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Banashankari

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Yelachenahalli

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Konanakunte Cross

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Doddakallasandra

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Silk Institute

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets

💡 Travel Tips

  • Arrive at least 5 minutes before the scheduled departure time
  • Check for any service advisories before traveling
  • Consider purchasing a smart card for faster boarding and discounts
  • During peak hours (8-10 AM and 5-7 PM), trains may be more crowded

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Route & Timing

Q: How many stops are there from Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College) to Silk Institute on the Namma Metro?
A: There are 17 stations on this route, covering 19 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

Q: What is the first and last Namma Metro from Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College)?
A: The first metro from Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College) departs at 6:00 AM and the last train is at 11:00 PM. Timings may vary — check the official metro app.

Q: How long does it take from Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College) to Silk Institute by Namma Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 37 minutes under normal conditions, covering 19 km across 17 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Namma Metro fare from Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College) to Silk Institute?
A: The standard token fare is INR 70. With a smart card, you pay INR 67 (10% discount applied automatically).

Q: Is there a discount on Namma Metro tickets?
A: Yes. Smart card holders get a flat 10% discount on all fares. The fare from Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College) to Silk Institute drops from INR 70 to INR 67.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College) metro station?
A: Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College) has standard metro facilities including ticketing counters and waiting areas.

Q: What facilities are available at Silk Institute metro station?
A: Silk Institute offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2021.

🏁 Conclusion

The Namma Metro route from Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College) to Silk Institute is a 19 km, 37-minute journey with no line change. At INR 70 (or INR 67 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Bengaluru.

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