Cubbon Park Metro Station - Heart of Bangalore's Administrative & Cultural District
Train times
Times are BMRCL's published schedule; check the full timetable on holidays.
Exits
Exit A — Towards Karnataka High Court and Cubbon Park North Gate
High Court (200m), State Central Library (300m)
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator
Exit B — Towards Kasturba Road and Queens Road junction
UB City (800m), JW Marriott Hotel (700m)
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator
Exit C — Towards Ambedkar Veedhi and Vidhana Soudha
Vidhana Soudha (500m), Vikasa Soudha (600m)
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator
Exit D — Towards Cubbon Park South and Hudson Circle
Government Aquarium (100m), Visvesvaraya Museum (400m)
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator
On the Purple Line
- Whitefield
- 16 stations
- Trinity
- MG Road
- Cubbon Park
- Dr. BR Ambedkar Station
- Sir M Visvesvaraya Station
- Nadaprabhu Kempegowda StationChange for Green Line
- 13 stations
- Challghatta
Station details
Cubbon Park Metro Station is a deep underground station on the Purple Line, serving as the gateway to Bengaluru's administrative and cultural heart. Opened on 30 April 2016 and built by the cut-and-cover method, it is one of the deepest stations in the Namma Metro network, with two side platforms reached by 4 elevators and 8 escalators. The station is best known for its 'Art in Transit' gallery and for putting 300 acres of green space, the Karnataka High Court, Vidhana Soudha, State Central Library and the Government Museum within a short walk of its four exits. Handling roughly 40,000 passengers a day, Cubbon Park serves government employees, legal professionals, tourists and park-goers, and sits just one stop from MG Road, Bengaluru's central shopping district. With no dedicated parking in the CBD, most riders arrive on the metro, by bus or by auto.
- Station Type
- Underground
- Platforms
- 2 (Side platforms)
- Daily Footfall
- ~40,000
- Parking
- Not available
- Nearest Landmark
- Cubbon Park (0m)
- Feeder Bus
- Not available
- Opened
- 30 April 2016
- Depth
- Deep underground station
- Special Feature
- Art in Transit gallery
- Facilities
- Elevator
- Escalator
- Restroom Paid (₹5)
- Wheelchair access
- Ticket counters
- Customer service Near Exit A
- ATM
- Shops
- Wi-Fi
- Art Gallery Concourse level
- Address
- Kasturba Road, Shivaji Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001 · Open in Google Maps
Getting around
Bus connections from Cubbon Park
5
- Route KIA-5 → Airport - Majestic (Every 30 mins)
- Route 144E → Electronic City - Hebbal (Every 20 mins)
- Route 290B → Bannerghatta - Yeshwanthpur (Every 25 mins)
- Route 365 → Bannerghatta - KR Market (Every 15 mins)
- Route TR-4 → BTM Layout - Malleswaram (Every 20 mins)
Auto & cab options
3
- Availability: High
- Typical auto fares — MG Road: ₹50-70, Brigade Road: ₹60-80, Commercial Street: ₹80-100, Vidhana Soudha: ₹40-50, UB City: ₹30-40
- Ola/Uber: 1-2 min wait time
Tips for Cubbon Park station
6
- First-time visitor: Deep underground station - allow extra time. Exit A for High Court/Park North, Exit D for Museum/Park South. Multiple exits - check signs carefully.
- Park visitors: Exit A or D provide direct park access. Best to visit early morning or evening. Park closes at 8 PM. Free entry, carry water.
- Tourists: Perfect starting point for heritage walk - High Court, Vidhana Soudha, museums all nearby. Exit C for government buildings tour.
- Shopping: UB City luxury mall 12-min walk from Exit B. For budget shopping, take metro to Commercial Street (via MG Road).
- Legal professionals: Exit A nearest to High Court. Many lawyer chambers and notary services nearby. Photocopying available outside court.
- Culture & museums: Art in Transit gallery inside station. Government Museum and Visvesvaraya Museum walkable. Check museum timings before visit.
Crowd & peak hours
3
- Morning rush: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM (office-goers)
- Evening rush: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (office-goers)
- Weekends: Moderate (park visitors, tourists)
Places near Cubbon Park Metro Station
Hotels & Stays near Cubbon Park
4
Premium luxury hotel on Vittal Mallya Road with rooftop pool and multiple dining venues
5-star luxury · From Rs 8,000/night
Iconic heritage hotel set in 20 acres of tropical gardens, established 1887
5-star heritage · From Rs 7,500/night
Take auto from Exit B, about Rs 50
Ultra-luxury hotel on MG Road with award-winning restaurants
5-star luxury · From Rs 10,000/night
Affordable international chain hotel near Cubbon Park
Budget business hotel · From Rs 3,000/night
Restaurants & Cafes near Cubbon Park
4
Award-winning coastal cuisine restaurant, one of Bangalore's finest
Cuisine: Coastal Karnataka, Kerala · Rs 1,500-2,500 for two · Must try: Mangalorean Fish Curry, Appam with Stew
Iconic Bangalore restaurant since 1940, a cultural institution on St. Marks Road
Cuisine: Continental, Indian · Rs 500-800 for two · Must try: English Breakfast, Beef Steak
Classic steakhouse popular since the 1960s on Museum Road
Cuisine: Continental, Steaks · Rs 800-1,200 for two · Must try: Sizzlers, Grilled Steaks
Historic worker-cooperative cafe near Vidhana Soudha, a Bangalore institution
Cuisine: South Indian, Coffee · Rs 100-200 for two · Must try: Filter Coffee, Masala Dosa
Shopping & Markets near Cubbon Park
1
Bangalore's premier luxury mall with international designer brands and fine dining
Known for: Luxury brands, Fine dining, Art gallery · Hours: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Entertainment near Cubbon Park
2
Media club
Children's recreation center
Parks & Gardens near Cubbon Park
1
300-acre urban park established in 1870
Known for: Lush greenery, State Central Library, Statues & monuments, Bamboo grove · Hours: 5:00 AM - 8:00 PM · Entry: Free
Museums & Culture near Cubbon Park
3
Public library in Seshadri Iyer Memorial Hall · Hours: 8:30 AM - 7:30 PM (closed Mondays)
Industrial & technological museum · Hours: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM · Entry: ₹30 adults, ₹15 children
Second largest aquarium in India
Heritage Sites near Cubbon Park
3
1864 red Gothic building, now High Court
Equestrian statue
Sports & Recreation near Cubbon Park
2
International cricket stadium
Cricket administration office
Government Buildings near Cubbon Park
3
Red Gothic building housing state judiciary
State legislature and secretariat
Additional government offices
Places of Worship near Cubbon Park
2
Anglican church
Historic mosque
Educational near Cubbon Park
2
Degree college
Commerce college
Area guide
Administrative hub with green spaces
Frequently asked questions
How many exits does Cubbon Park Metro Station have?
Four exits: Exit A (Cubbon Park North gate and Karnataka High Court, 200 m), Exit B (Kasturba Road and UB City direction, 800 m), Exit C (Vidhana Soudha and Ambedkar Veedhi, 500 m), Exit D (Cubbon Park South and Government Aquarium, 100 m).
Is Cubbon Park Metro Station underground?
Yes, Cubbon Park is a deep underground station on the Purple Line, reached via escalators and elevators from street level. It is one of the deepest stations in the Namma Metro system and features an Art in Transit gallery at concourse level.
Can I walk to Vidhana Soudha from Cubbon Park Metro Station?
Yes. Vidhana Soudha is approximately 500 metres from Exit C — about an 8-minute walk along Ambedkar Veedhi. Exit C is the closest exit to the Karnataka state legislature building.
What are the timings of Cubbon Park Metro Station?
Cubbon Park is on the Purple Line. The first train is at 5:00 AM on Tuesday to Saturday, around 4:15 AM on Mondays and 7:00 AM on Sundays and public holidays; the last train passes at approximately 11:00 PM. Trains run every 5 minutes during peak hours and every 10-15 minutes off-peak. Check the full timings page for exact first and last train times in each direction.
Which line is Cubbon Park Metro Station on and what are the adjacent stations?
Cubbon Park is an underground station on the Purple Line, in the central underground stretch of the network. The adjacent stations are MG Road (towards Whitefield in the east) and Dr. BR Ambedkar Station / Vidhana Soudha (towards Challaghatta in the west). MG Road is one stop away, making Cubbon Park a two-minute ride from Bengaluru's main shopping district.
What is the metro fare from Cubbon Park to Majestic, MG Road and Whitefield?
Token fares from Cubbon Park are approximately Rs 10-15 to MG Road (one stop), around Rs 20 to Majestic (Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station), and up to Rs 90 to Whitefield at the eastern end of the Purple Line. Smart card holders get up to 10% off during off-peak hours. Use the fare calculator on bengalurumetro.in for the exact fare to any station.
Is there parking at Cubbon Park Metro Station?
There is no dedicated metro parking at Cubbon Park because it is a deep underground station in the CBD. The nearest paid options are UB City parking about 1 km away (around Rs 60/hour) and Chinnaswamy Stadium parking about 800 m away (around Rs 40 for 4 hours). Street parking on Kasturba Road is very limited, so arriving by bus, auto or on the metro itself is recommended.
Which exit at Cubbon Park Metro Station is closest to the High Court, Vidhana Soudha and UB City?
Use Exit A for the Karnataka High Court (200 m) and Cubbon Park North Gate, Exit C for Vidhana Soudha (500 m) and Vikasa Soudha, and Exit B for UB City (800 m) and JW Marriott. Exit D leads to Cubbon Park South and the Government Museum. All four exits have escalators, stairs and elevators.
Is Cubbon Park Metro Station wheelchair accessible?
Yes. Cubbon Park offers step-free access from street level all the way to the platform, with 4 elevators and 8 escalators serving all platforms and all four exits. As one of the deepest underground stations in the network, allow a little extra time to reach the platform via the lifts and escalators.