Challaghatta Metro Station - Western Terminal of Purple Line
Train times
Times are BMRCL's published schedule; check the full timetable on holidays.
Exits
Exit A — Mysore Road
Challaghatta Village, Mysore Road bus stops
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator
Exit B — Challaghatta Village, Internal roads
Jnanabharathi Campus (1.5km), Bangalore University (2km)
Stairs, Elevator
On the Purple Line
- Whitefield
- 17 stations
- MG Road
- 3 stations
- Nadaprabhu Kempegowda StationChange for Green Line
- 11 stations
- Kengeri Bus Terminal
- Kengeri
- Challghatta
Station details
Challaghatta Metro Station is the western terminus of Bangalore's Purple Line, inaugurated in March 2023. Situated in the semi-urban outskirts, the elevated station provides metro access to Bangalore University's Jnanabharathi Campus (1.5km) and serves as a gateway to the growing southwestern corridor. The station's large parking facility makes it a convenient park-and-ride point for commuters coming from Mysore Road and beyond.
- Type
- Elevated
- Platforms
- 2 (Side platforms)
- Daily Footfall
- ~8,000
- Parking
- Yes
- Nearest Landmark
- Jnanabharathi Campus (1.5km)
- Opened
- March 2023
- Facilities
- Parking Two-wheeler and car parking
- Elevator
- Escalator
- Restroom Paid (₹5)
- Wheelchair access
- Ticket counters
- Customer service Concourse level
- Wi-Fi
- Address
- Mysore Road, Challaghatta, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560098 · Open in Google Maps
Getting around
Bus connections from Challaghatta
2
- Route 225 → Majestic via Kengeri (Every 20 mins)
- Route KBS-36 → Satellite Town (Every 30 mins)
Auto & cab options
3
- Availability: Moderate
- Autos available to Jnanabharathi Campus and surrounding areas
- Ola/Uber: 5-8 min wait
Tips for Challaghatta station
4
- First-time visitor: This is the current western terminus of the Purple Line. All trains from the east terminate here. Exit A for Mysore Road, Exit B for university direction.
- University: Take auto from Exit B to reach Jnanabharathi Campus (1.5km). College buses also ply from main road.
- Trekking: Turahalli Forest is 2.5km away - take auto for a weekend trek.
- Parking: Good parking available as this is a terminal station - convenient for park-and-ride.
Crowd & peak hours
4
- Morning rush: 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM (Moderate). University students and faculty are primary users
- Evening rush: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Moderate). Students returning from city; outstation travelers also board here
- Off-peak: 11 AM - 4 PM (Low). Quietest station on the Purple Line
- Weekends: Low. Turahalli trekkers may alight here on weekends
Places near Challaghatta Metro Station
Restaurants & Cafes near Challaghatta
1
Cuisine: Multi-cuisine, South Indian · ₹-₹₹ · Hours: 6 AM - 11 PM
Shopping & Markets near Challaghatta
1
Small local market for daily needs
Hours: 7 AM - 9 PM
Parks & Gardens near Challaghatta
1
Urban forest with trekking trails, popular with hikers and nature lovers
Educational Institutions near Challaghatta
3
Main campus of Bangalore University spread across 1,100 acres
Known for: Multiple colleges, Research centers, Sprawling campus
Medical college with attached multi-specialty hospital
Private medical college
Engineering college
Transport Connections near Challaghatta
1
Planned township developed by KIADB
Area guide
Semi-urban area with large open spaces, agriculture land, and educational campuses. Quieter and greener than inner Bangalore.
Challaghatta is a semi-rural locality on the southwestern outskirts of Bangalore. The metro extension to this station opened in March 2023, making it the current western terminus of the Purple Line, bringing metro connectivity to this previously under-served area.
Frequently asked questions
What are the timings for Challghatta metro station?
Challghatta metro station operates from 5:00 AM to 11:05 PM on weekdays and Saturdays, and from 7:00 AM on Sundays. It is the western terminus of the Purple Line — all trains from the east (Whitefield direction) terminate here. The station opened in March 2023.
How do I reach Bangalore University (Jnanabharathi Campus) from Challghatta metro?
Take an auto from Exit B — Jnanabharathi Campus is 1.5 km away (about 18 minutes on foot). Bus route 225 also runs from the nearby bus stop to Majestic via Kengeri. Note that Jnanabharathi Metro Station on the Green Line is closer to the campus (100 m from the main gate), so consider that route if coming from a different part of the city.
Is parking available at Challghatta metro station?
Yes, Challghatta has parking for 200+ vehicles (two-wheelers and cars) near the station exits. As a terminal station with lower footfall (~8,000 daily), it offers good availability for park-and-ride commuters from Mysore Road and the southwestern outskirts.