Benniganahalli Metro Station is an elevated metro station on the east-west Purple Line of Bengaluru’s Namma Metro. It sits in East Bengaluru on Old Madras Road, near Mahadevapura. Krishnarajapura (toward Whitefield/Kadugodi) is the next station on one side and Baiyappanahalli (toward Challaghatta) on the other.
It is a regular stop rather than an interchange, so it has no connection to other metro lines. It is used mainly by commuters heading along the Purple Line toward the city centre (MG Road, Cubbon Park, Majestic) or toward Whitefield. For the Green or Yellow Lines, riders change at Majestic or Rashtreeya Vidyalaya Road.
The station has fare control, a station agent, Metro Card vending machines and a crossover. BMRCL has also done access improvement work at Benniganahalli Lake, immediately northwest of the station. One real estate guide describes it as a key transit node in East Bengaluru, with trains starting early around 5:24 AM and running until about 11:24 PM.
The station has no parking of its own, so plan on cabs, autos or buses for the last stretch. The neighbouring Baiyappanahalli station does have parking.
Timing
- Toward Challaghatta (Platform 2): first train about 5:24 AM, last about 11:09 PM.
- Toward Whitefield (Kadugodi) (Platform 1): first train about 5:48 AM, last about 11:53 PM.
- One general listing gives the overall service window as roughly 5:24 AM to 11:24 PM.
Weekend and holiday schedules can differ, so check BMRCL’s website or the Namma Metro app for the day.
Location
Benniganahalli is an elevated station on the east-west Purple Line of Namma Metro. The address is Old Madras Road, next to Salarpuria, Pai Layout, Mahadevapura, Bengaluru 560016. BMRCL has done access improvement work and installed facilities at Benniganahalli Lake, immediately northwest of the station.
Connectivity
- Neighbouring stations: Krishnarajapura (toward Whitefield/Kadugodi) and Baiyappanahalli (toward Challaghatta).
- Interchange: none at this station. For the Green Line, change at Majestic. For the Yellow Line, change from the Green Line at Rashtreeya Vidyalaya Road.
Sample routes and fares
| To | Fare | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Baiyappanahalli | ₹10 | Next stop toward Challaghatta |
| Garudacharpalya | ₹30 (₹29 smart card) | About 4.1 km, 4 stations, around 7 minutes |
| Trinity | ₹40 (₹38 smart card) | About 6.4 km, around 12 minutes |
| MG Road | ₹40 (₹38 smart card) | About 7.5 km, around 14 minutes |
| Cubbon Park | ₹50 (₹48 smart card) | About 8.2 km, around 15 minutes |
| Nallurhalli | ₹40 (₹38 smart card) | About 7.8 km, around 14 minutes |
| Infosys Foundation Konappana Agrahara | ₹90 | Via Majestic and RV Road, two changes |
Gates
I couldn’t find verified gate details for Benniganahalli itself. The gate descriptions in the listings I found were for neighbouring stations. Follow the on-site signage, or check BMRCL’s station information for exit-by-exit details.
Facilities
- The station layout includes fare control, a station agent, Metro Card vending machines and a crossover.
- Route listings say parking is not available at Benniganahalli.
- Baiyappanahalli, the neighbouring station, does have parking, according to one listing.
- I couldn’t confirm ATMs, lifts or toilets from the sources.
FAQ
Which line is Benniganahalli on?
The Purple Line.
Is it an interchange?
No. Change at Majestic for the Green Line.
Which platform do I use toward Whitefield (Kadugodi)?
Platform 1.
Which platform do I use toward Challaghatta?
Platform 2.
What are the first and last trains?
Toward Challaghatta, about 5:24 AM and 11:09 PM. Toward Whitefield, about 5:48 AM and 11:53 PM.
Is there parking?
No parking at this station, according to route listings.
What is the fare to MG Road?
₹40, or ₹38 with a smart card, for about 7.5 km.
What is the fare to Baiyappanahalli?
₹10.
Is it elevated or underground?
Elevated.