Baiyyappanahalli Metro Station - Purple Line Transport Hub & BMRCL Depot
Train times
Times are BMRCL's published schedule; check the full timetable on holidays.
Exits
Exit A — Old Madras Road
Gopalan Signature Mall (1km), Local markets
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator
Exit B — BMTC Bus Terminal
Baiyyappanahalli Bus Terminal (200m), Railway Station (500m)
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator
On the Purple Line
- Whitefield
- 10 stations
- Krishnaraja Puram
- Benniganahalli
- Baiyyappanahalli
- Swami Vivekananda Road
- Indiranagar
- 2 stations
- MG Road
- 3 stations
- Nadaprabhu Kempegowda StationChange for Green Line
- 13 stations
- Challaghatta
Station details
Baiyyappanahalli Metro Station is a historic station on the Purple Line, having been the original eastern terminal when Namma Metro launched in 2011. It houses the primary BMRCL metro depot and maintenance facility adjacent to it. The station serves as an important interchange with both the BMTC bus terminal and Baiyyappanahalli Railway Station, making it a crucial multimodal hub for east Bangalore.
- Type
- Elevated
- Platforms
- 2 (Side platforms)
- Daily Footfall
- ~50,000
- Parking
- Yes
- Nearest Landmark
- BMTC Bus Terminal (200m)
- Opened
- October 2011
- Facilities
- Parking Organized parking area
- Elevator
- Escalator
- Restroom Free
- Wheelchair access
- Ticket counters
- Customer service Ground floor
- Address
- Old Madras Road, Baiyyappanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560038 · Open in Google Maps
Getting around
Bus connections from Baiyyappanahalli
3
- Route 500C → Majestic (Every 15 mins)
- Route 315 → KR Puram (Every 20 mins)
- Route 333 → Electronic City (Every 30 mins)
Auto & cab options
3
- Availability: Very High
- Prepaid auto counter available. Auto to Indiranagar ₹80-100
- Ola/Uber: 1-3 min wait
Tips for Baiyyappanahalli station
3
- First-time visitor: Exit B for bus terminal and railway station. Exit A for Old Madras Road and Gopalan Mall. The BMRCL depot adjacent to the station is not open to the public.
- Interchange: Seamless bus-metro transfer at the integrated bus terminal. For railway, walk 500m via Exit B. Allow extra time during peak hours.
- Shopping: Gopalan Signature Mall is the nearest shopping destination at 1km.
Crowd & peak hours
4
- Morning rush: 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM (High). Interchange station - allow extra time for transfers
- Evening rush: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM (High). Bus terminal gets crowded - board metro early
- Off-peak: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Moderate). Good time for bus and railway transfers
- Weekends: Moderate. Mainly local commuters and market visitors
Places near Baiyyappanahalli Metro Station
Shopping & Markets near Baiyyappanahalli
1
Multi-level shopping mall with retail and entertainment
Known for: Retail stores, Food court, Cinema · Hours: 10 AM - 10 PM
Transport Connections near Baiyyappanahalli
2
Suburban rail station with connections to Whitefield and beyond
Suburban Railway Station
Large BMTC bus terminal with city-wide connectivity
Major Bus Terminal
Offices & Business near Baiyyappanahalli
1
Namma Metro's primary maintenance depot and administrative headquarters
Metro Operations Center
Residential near Baiyyappanahalli
1
Old Bangalore residential neighborhood with good amenities
Established Residential Area
Area guide
A busy transport junction with a mix of residential and commercial character. The area is known for its connectivity rather than leisure destinations.
Baiyyappanahalli has been a key transit hub in east Bangalore since the early days of railway connectivity. The BMRCL depot here made it the starting point of Namma Metro's original Purple Line inaugurated in 2011.
Frequently asked questions
What time does the first metro leave from Baiyyappanahalli Station?
The first metro from Baiyyappanahalli Station departs at 5:00 AM (Tuesday–Saturday; Mondays start earlier at ~4:15 AM) and 7:00 AM on Sundays. The last train is around 11:00 PM. Baiyyappanahalli is on the Purple Line and was Namma Metro's original eastern terminus when the line opened in October 2011.
Which exit should I use for Baiyyappanahalli Railway Station and BMTC bus terminal?
Use Exit B for both. The BMTC Bus Terminal is about 200m away and Baiyyappanahalli Railway Station is about 500m via Exit B. Exit A leads to Old Madras Road and Gopalan Signature Mall (about 1km). Prepaid autos and paid parking (200+ vehicle capacity) are available at the station.
Can I visit the BMRCL depot next to Baiyyappanahalli Metro?
No. The BMRCL depot and headquarters adjacent to Baiyyappanahalli Station is Namma Metro's primary maintenance facility and is not open to the public. The station itself, however, is fully accessible with lifts, escalators, and step-free access from both exits.