Lalbagh Metro Station - Gateway to Bangalore's Famous Botanical Garden
Green Line
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.
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
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.
Negotiate fare before boarding; meters rarely used
Tips for Lalbagh Station
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
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
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).
