Madavara Metro Station - Northern Terminal of the Green Line
Train times
Times are BMRCL's published schedule; check the full timetable on holidays.
Exits
Exit A — Tumkur Road (NH-48) towards city
Tumkur Road bus stops, NICE Road junction (1km)
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator
Exit B — Madavara Village Road
Madavara Village, Madavara Lake (1.2km)
Stairs, Elevator
On the Green Line
- Madavara
- Chikkabidarakallu
- Manjunathnagar
- 13 stations
- Nadaprabhu Kempegowda StationChange for Purple Line
- 6 stations
- Rashtreeya Vidyalaya RoadChange for Yellow Line
- 7 stations
- Silk Institute
Station details
Madavara Metro Station (MDV) is the northern terminal of Namma Metro's Green Line, inaugurated in June 2022 as part of the Phase 2 northern extension along Tumkur Road (NH-48). Situated near the NICE Road (Nandi Infrastructure Corridor Enterprises) junction, it serves as the last stop before the city gives way to the outskirts and the Nelamangala satellite town. The station also provides access to the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) located approximately 3 km away, making it useful for trade fair and exhibition visitors.
- Station Type
- Elevated
- Platforms
- 2 (Terminal platforms)
- Daily Footfall
- ~7,000
- Parking
- Yes
- Nearest Landmark
- NICE Road Junction (1km)
- Opened
- June 2022
- Facilities
- Parking
- Elevator
- Escalator
- Restroom Paid (₹5)
- Wheelchair access
- Ticket counters
- Customer service
- Address
- Tumkur Road (NH-48), Madavara, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560073 · Open in Google Maps
Getting around
Bus connections from Madavara
2
- Route 252 → Majestic via Peenya (Every 20 mins)
- Route 253 → Nelamangala (Every 30 mins)
Auto & cab options
2
- Availability: Moderate
- Typical auto fares — NICE Road Junction: ₹30-50, BIEC: ₹60-80, Chikkabidarakallu: ₹40-60
Tips for Madavara station
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- First-time visitor: Madavara is the Green Line's northern terminus, so every train starts here empty — a good way to guarantee a seat before the ride into the city. There's only one direction of travel: south towards Silk Institute.
- Daily commuter: Because trains originate here rather than pass through, schedules are more predictable at the start of the line — useful if you're timing a park-and-ride commute from Nelamangala or the Tumkur Road outskirts.
- Parking: The open parking lot is bigger than most intermediate stations (200+ two-wheelers, 80+ cars), but as ridership grows on this newer stretch, arrive before the morning rush if you want a spot close to the entrance.
- Shopping: Heading to a trade fair or expo at BIEC (Bangalore International Exhibition Centre)? Take the metro to Madavara and an auto the rest of the way (~10-15 mins, ₹60-80) instead of driving — BIEC's own parking fills up fast during large exhibitions.
Crowd & peak hours
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- Morning rush: 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM (Moderate — commuters boarding for work, but since every train originates at this terminus, seats are usually available even during rush hour). Catch an early train here and you'll likely ride into the city with a seat the whole way, unlike stations further down the line.
- Evening rush: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM (Moderate to busy as commuters return and the park-and-ride lot fills up). If you're driving in, get to the parking lot before 7 PM — spots close to the entrance go quickly during the evening peak.
- Off-peak: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM and after 9:00 PM (Light — this is the quietest stretch of the Green Line outside peak hours). A relaxed time to travel if you're visiting BIEC or just passing through the northern terminus.
- Weekends: Generally lighter than weekdays, with sharp spikes when a major exhibition or trade fair is on at BIEC. Check the BIEC events calendar before you travel — a large expo weekend can noticeably increase both train crowding and parking-lot demand at Madavara.
Places near Madavara Metro Station
Shopping & Markets near Madavara
1
Large exhibition and convention centre hosting major trade fairs, expos, and events
Parks & Gardens near Madavara
1
Village lake with a scenic landscape, accessible by auto
Transport Connections near Madavara
1
Key road junction towards Nelamangala and outer ring road
Area guide
Madavara sits at the northern edge of Bengaluru along Tumkur Road (NH-48), where the city's built-up core gives way to industrial land, the BIEC exhibition complex, and the road toward the satellite town of Nelamangala.
Historically a village along the Tumkur Road corridor, Madavara became a transit landmark only in June 2022, when it opened as the Green Line's Phase 2 northern terminus — turning a quiet roadside stop into the metro network's gateway to the northern outskirts.
Development around the station is still comparatively sparse — open land, warehousing, and the BIEC grounds rather than the dense residential and commercial clusters found at older interior stations. Real estate interest is beginning to pick up here, driven by metro connectivity and proximity to the exhibition centre.
Frequently asked questions
What are the timings for Madavara metro station?
Madavara metro station operates from 5:00 AM to 10:57 PM (last departure) on weekdays and Saturdays, and from 7:00 AM on Sundays. It is the northern terminus of the Green Line, opened in June 2022 — all trains from here go south towards Silk Institute.
How do I reach BIEC (Bangalore International Exhibition Centre) from Madavara metro?
BIEC is approximately 3 km from the station. Take an auto from Exit A (₹60–80). This makes Madavara the closest metro station for trade fairs, expos, and exhibitions held at BIEC.
Is parking available at Madavara metro station?
Yes, Madavara has an open parking area larger than most intermediate stations — capacity for 200+ two-wheelers and 80+ cars. As the terminal station on Tumkur Road (NH-48), it is convenient for park-and-ride commuters from Nelamangala and the northern outskirts.