Lalbagh Metro Station - Gateway to Bangalore's Famous Botanical Garden
Train times
Times are BMRCL's published schedule; check the full timetable on holidays.
Exits
Main Exit — Towards Lalbagh Botanical Garden West Gate
Lalbagh West Gate (100m), RV Teachers College (200m)
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator
Secondary Exit — Towards KH Road
Vijaya College (500m), MN Krishna Rao Park (540m)
Stairs
On the Green Line
- Madavara
- 15 stations
- Nadaprabhu Kempegowda StationChange for Purple Line
- 1 station
- Krishna Rajendra Market
- National College
- Lalbagh
- South End Circle
- Jayanagar
- Rashtreeya Vidyalaya RoadChange for Yellow Line
- 7 stations
- Silk Institute
Station details
Lalbagh Metro Station on the Green Line serves as the gateway to Bangalore's famous botanical garden and the traditional Basavanagudi neighborhood. Located just 100 meters from Lalbagh's West Gate, it provides easy access to 240 acres of botanical beauty, heritage temples, and authentic South Indian culture. The elevated station offers convenient connectivity to one of Bangalore's most cherished green spaces.
- Station Type
- Elevated
- Platforms
- 2 (Side platforms)
- Daily Footfall
- ~20,000
- Parking
- Not available
- Nearest Landmark
- Lalbagh West Gate (100m)
- Feeder Bus
- Available (paid service)
- Opened
- 18 June 2017
- Facilities
- Elevator
- Escalator
- Restroom Paid (₹5)
- Wheelchair access
- Ticket counters
- ATM Inside station premises
- Feeder bus
- Address
- Lalbagh, Mavalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560004 · Open in Google Maps
Getting around
Bus connections from Lalbagh
4
- Route 215-H → Majestic - Banashankari (Every 15 mins)
- Route 25-A → KR Market - JP Nagar (Every 20 mins)
- Route 12 → City Market - Jayanagar (Every 10 mins)
- Route 34 → KR Market - Banashankari (Every 15 mins)
Auto & cab options
3
- Availability: Good
- Typical auto fares — MG Road: ₹80-100, Majestic: ₹70-90, Jayanagar 4th Block: ₹50-70, Koramangala: ₹100-120
- Negotiate fare before boarding; meters rarely used
Tips for Lalbagh station
5
- First-time visitor: Station is just 100m from Lalbagh West Gate - follow the signs. No parking at station, use garden parking. Buy return ticket to avoid evening queues.
- Garden Visitors: West Gate is nearest (2 min walk). Visit early morning (6-8 AM) for peaceful experience. Locker facilities available at garden gates.
- Shopping: Gandhi Bazaar (12 min walk) for traditional shopping. Best visited in morning. DVG Road for regular shopping needs.
- Food & dining: Don't miss Vidyarthi Bhavan's dosa or Brahmin's Coffee Bar idli. Both are Bangalore institutions within walking distance.
- Photography: Great views of Lalbagh from platform. Garden photography best in early morning light. Bull Temple area good for heritage photography.
Crowd & peak hours
4
- Morning rush: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM (High). Board from front/rear of platform
- Evening rush: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (High). Exit towards KH Road less crowded
- Off-peak: 11 AM - 4 PM, After 8:30 PM (Low to Moderate). Best time for garden visits
- Weekends: . Arrive early (before 8 AM) for peaceful garden visit
Places near Lalbagh Metro Station
Restaurants & Cafes near Lalbagh
2
Cuisine: South Indian · ₹
Cuisine: South Indian · ₹
Shopping & Markets near Lalbagh
2
Traditional market street
Known for: Flowers, Vegetables, Traditional items, Filter coffee
Local shopping street
Parks & Gardens near Lalbagh
2
Neighborhood park
Historic park with 3000-year-old rock formation
Gardens near Lalbagh
1
240-acre botanical garden with over 1,000 species of plants
Known for: Glass House, Lalbagh Rock, Annual flower shows, Bonsai Garden · Hours: 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM · Entry: ₹25 for adults, ₹10 for children
Educational near Lalbagh
3
Teacher training institute
Degree college
School
Temples near Lalbagh
2
16th century temple with monolithic Nandi statue
Ancient cave temple
Area guide
Traditional South Bangalore neighborhood with strong cultural roots. Mix of old homes and modern apartments. Known for traditional markets, temples, and the famous Lalbagh Botanical Garden.
Basavanagudi, established in 1895, is one of Bangalore's oldest planned neighborhoods. The area is named after the Bull Temple and has retained its traditional character while adapting to modern times.
Frequently asked questions
Which exit leads to Lalbagh Botanical Garden from Lalbagh Metro?
The Main Exit (Exit A) leads directly to Lalbagh Botanical Garden’s West Gate — the primary entrance — just a 3-minute walk. Lalbagh is open from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM daily; entry is ₹30 for adults and free for children under 12.
Is the Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi) near Lalbagh Metro Station?
The Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi) is about 1.5 km from Lalbagh Metro Station. Take Exit B towards KH Road and hire an auto (5–7 minutes). Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple is also nearby, about 2 km away.
What are the metro timings at Lalbagh Station?
The first train from Lalbagh Metro Station runs at approximately 5:15 AM (Tuesday–Saturday; Mondays start earlier at ~4:15 AM) and 7:00 AM on Sundays. The last train is at 11:00 PM. Lalbagh is on the Green Line — Platform 1 towards Nagasandra (North), Platform 2 towards Silk Institute (South).