Cubbon Park Metro Station - Heart of Bangalore's Administrative & Cultural District
Purple Line
Cubbon Park Metro Station is a deep underground station on the Purple Line, serving as the gateway to Bangalore's administrative heart and its beloved central park. Opened in 2016, this station features unique 'Art in Transit' installations and provides direct access to 300 acres of green space, government buildings including the High Court and Vidhana Soudha, and cultural institutions. With four well-placed exits, it efficiently serves government employees, legal professionals, tourists, and park enthusiasts, making it one of the most strategically important stations in the network.
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
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)
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.
