Jalahalli Metro Station - Gateway to Bangalore's Defense & HMT Heritage Zone
Train times
Times are BMRCL's published schedule; check the full timetable on holidays.
Exits
Exit A — Tumkur Road (NH-4) North side
Jalahalli Cross Bus Stop (100m), Local shops
Stairs, Elevator, Bus connectivity
Exit B — Jalahalli East side
Residential areas, BEL Layout entrance
Stairs, Escalator, Auto stand
On the Green Line
- Madavara
- 2 stations
- Nagasandra
- Dasarahalli
- Jalahalli
- Peenya Industry
- Peenya
- 8 stations
- Nadaprabhu Kempegowda StationChange for Purple Line
- 6 stations
- Rashtreeya Vidyalaya RoadChange for Yellow Line
- 7 stations
- Silk Institute
Station details
Jalahalli Metro Station (JHL) on the Green Line serves a unique zone defined by Bangalore's defense and industrial heritage. Just 1 km from the historic HMT (Hindustan Machine Tools) factory — once India's premier watch manufacturer established in 1953 — and near the Jalahalli Air Force Station, the station caters to defense personnel, industrial workers, and residents of BEL Layout and surrounding townships. It also provides connectivity towards the MS Ramaiah educational and medical cluster located 3-4 km away.
- Station Type
- Elevated
- Platforms
- 2 (Side platforms)
- Daily Footfall
- ~12,000
- Parking
- Limited (street parking)
- Nearest Landmark
- HMT Factory (1km)
- Opened
- May 2015
- Facilities
- Parking
- Elevator
- Escalator
- Restroom Paid (₹5)
- Wheelchair access
- Ticket counters
- ATM Near entrance
- Shops
- Address
- Tumkur Road (NH-4), Jalahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560013 · Open in Google Maps
Getting around
Bus connections from Jalahalli
3
- Route 250 → KR Market - Vidyaranyapura (15 mins)
- Route 251 → Kempegowda Bus Station - BEL Circle (20 mins)
- Route 402C → Majestic - Yelahanka Satellite Town (30 mins)
Auto & cab options
2
- Availability: Moderate
- Typical auto fares — BEL Circle: ₹50-70, Mathikere: ₹60-80, Yeshwanthpur Station: ₹80-100, MS Ramaiah Hospital: ₹80-100
Tips for Jalahalli station
5
- First-time visitor: Station serves defense and industrial areas. Exit A for Tumkur Road/buses, Exit B for residential areas. Limited organized parking available.
- Defense: Near multiple defense establishments — Air Force Station, BEL. Many restricted areas nearby.
- Industrial: Historic HMT factory area. Once thriving industrial hub, now mixed development. HMT watches were made here from 1953.
- Residential: Serves Jalahalli village and nearby layouts. Good for those working in defense/industrial areas.
- Students: MS Ramaiah institutions 3-4km away. Take connecting bus or auto.
Crowd & peak hours
3
- Morning rush: 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
- Evening rush: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Weekends: Low
Places near Jalahalli Metro Station
Shopping & Markets near Jalahalli
2
Neighbourhood shops for groceries, pharmacy, and daily needs
Traditional market for fresh produce and daily needs
Hospitals & Healthcare near Jalahalli
2
Full-service hospital for defense personnel and dependents
Military Hospital
1000+ bed hospital with 24/7 emergency services
Multi-specialty Hospital
Educational Institutions near Jalahalli
4
Engineering College
Medical College
For defense personnel children
Central School (CBSE)
Defense School
Transport Connections near Jalahalli
1
Major BMTC interchange with routes towards Yeshwanthpur and BEL
Places of Worship near Jalahalli
1
Local temple within the HMT residential township
Offices & Business near Jalahalli
1
Major defense electronics manufacturer producing radars and communication equipment
Defense PSU
Frequently asked questions
How far is Jalahalli metro from Majestic, and what's on the Green Line from here?
Jalahalli is on the Green Line between Dasarahalli and Peenya Industry. Southbound trains reach Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic) in roughly 25 minutes — the interchange for the Purple Line to MG Road and Whitefield — while northbound trains run toward Madavara, the Green Line's northern terminus, via Nagasandra. Exit A opens onto the Jalahalli Cross bus stop on Tumkur Road for BMTC connections. First train 5:00 AM (Mondays ~4:15 AM) and 7:00 AM on Sundays; the last train is around 11:00 PM.
What time does the first metro leave from Jalahalli Station?
The first metro from Jalahalli 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. Jalahalli sits on the Green Line between Dasarahalli and Peenya Industry, on Tumkur Road (NH-4), and opened in May 2015.
Which exit is best for HMT Factory and the Air Force Station?
Use Exit A — it opens onto the north side of Tumkur Road at Jalahalli Cross bus stop (100m). From here, the historic HMT factory is about 1km and Jalahalli Air Force Station roughly 1.5km, both easy auto rides. Exit B is better for BEL Layout residential areas.
How do I reach MS Ramaiah Hospital or MSRIT from Jalahalli Metro?
MS Ramaiah Memorial Hospital (4km) and MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology (3.5km) are best reached by auto from Exit A or Jalahalli Cross bus stop — fare is roughly ₹80–100. You can also catch a BMTC bus from Jalahalli Cross toward BEL Circle and change onward if needed.