Mantri Square Sampige Road Metro Station - Shopping & Transit Hub
Train times
Times are BMRCL's published schedule; check the full timetable on holidays.
Exits
Exit A (Main Exit) — Platform Road, towards Seshadripuram
Mantri Green Apartments (300m), Sampige Theatre (400m)
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator
Exit B (Mall Bridge) — Direct bridge to Mantri Square Mall 1st floor
Mantri Square Mall (direct connection)
Covered bridge, inaugurated Aug 20, 2014
Exit C — Towards Malleshwaram 18th Cross
Sheshadripuram College (450m)
Stairs
On the Green Line
- Madavara
- 12 stations
- Kuvempu Road
- Srirampura
- Mantri Square Sampige Road
- Nadaprabhu Kempegowda StationChange for Purple Line
- Chickpete
- 5 stations
- Rashtreeya Vidyalaya RoadChange for Yellow Line
- 7 stations
- Silk Institute
Station details
Mantri Square Sampige Road Metro Station serves Malleshwaram and Seshadripuram areas, featuring unique direct bridge access to one of India's largest malls. Built through public-private partnership, it combines transit with shopping convenience. The elevated station provides easy access to traditional Malleshwaram's eateries, temples, and educational institutions while connecting to modern retail.
- Former Name
- Sampige Road
- Station Type
- Elevated
- Platforms
- 2 (Side platforms)
- Daily Footfall
- ~40,000
- Parking
- Available (via mall)
- Mall Connection
- Direct bridge to 1st floor
- Built By
- Mantri Developers
- Opened
- 1 March 2014
- Facilities
- Parking Multi-level parking at mall
- Elevator
- Escalator
- Restroom Paid (₹5)
- Wheelchair access
- Ticket counters
- ATM Inside station and mall
- Shops
- Address
- Platform Road, Jai Bheema Nagar, Seshadripuram, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560003 · Open in Google Maps
Getting around
Bus connections from Mantri Square Sampige Road
4
- Route 252 → KBS - Nagarbhavi (Every 15 mins)
- Route 253 → KBS - Kengeri (Every 20 mins)
- Route 254E → KBS - BSK 3rd Stage (Every 30 mins)
- Route 402 → Majestic - Malleshwaram (Every 10 mins)
Auto & cab options
2
- Availability: Excellent
- Typical auto fares — Majestic: ₹50-70, MG Road: ₹100-120, Yeshwanthpur: ₹80-100, IISc: ₹70-90, Cubbon Park: ₹80-100
Tips for Mantri Square Sampige Road station
5
- First-time visitor: Use Exit B (bridge) for direct mall access. Exit A for street level. Buy return ticket to avoid mall crowd queues.
- Shopping: Mall opens at 10 AM. Weekday mornings best for peaceful shopping. Food court on top floor. Direct metro access means no road crossing.
- Food & dining: Don't miss CTR's dosa (15 min walk) or Veena Stores breakfast. Mall food court has 20+ options. New Krishna Bhavan for traditional meals.
- Students: Many colleges nearby. Station less crowded than Majestic for city access. Good connectivity to educational hubs.
- Parking: Use mall parking if driving - well connected to metro. Bike parking limited at station, use mall facilities.
Crowd & peak hours
4
- Morning rush: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM (High). Use rear coaches for easier boarding
- Evening rush: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Very High). Mall bridge gets crowded, use alternate exit
- Off-peak: 11 AM - 4 PM, After 9 PM (Moderate). Best time for shopping
- Weekends: Very high all day. Arrive early or after 8 PM for comfortable shopping
Places near Mantri Square Sampige Road Metro Station
Hotels & Stays near Mantri Square Sampige Road
3
5-star heritage hotel
3-star business hotel
Budget to mid-range
Restaurants & Cafes near Mantri Square Sampige Road
4
Cuisine: South Indian · ₹
Cuisine: South Indian breakfast · ₹ · Hours: 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM only
Cuisine: Multi-cuisine · ₹₹
Cuisine: Vegetarian South Indian · ₹₹
Shopping & Markets near Mantri Square Sampige Road
3
One of India's largest malls with 1 million sq ft retail space
Known for: 250+ stores, Food court, Multiplex, Entertainment zone · Hours: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Premium shopping destination
Hours: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Traditional shopping street
Parks & Gardens near Mantri Square Sampige Road
2
Man-made lake with walking track
Hours: 5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Offices & Business near Mantri Square Sampige Road
2
Commercial complex
Various offices and businesses
Mixed commercial
Educational near Mantri Square Sampige Road
4
Degree college
KSEEB and PU Board offices
Educational institution complex
Premier research institute
Temples near Mantri Square Sampige Road
2
17th century temple, gave name to Malleshwaram
Theaters near Mantri Square Sampige Road
2
Single screen cinema
Multiplex
Area guide
Traditional Brahmin neighborhood transforming into modern commercial hub. Mix of old residential areas and new developments. Home to educational institutions and shopping complexes.
Malleshwaram was planned in 1889 after the plague of 1898, developed as a suburb in 1892. The station area was formerly village of Ranganatha Palya. Station renamed from Sampige Road after PPP agreement with Mantri Developers.
Frequently asked questions
Is there direct access from the metro to Mantri Square Mall?
Yes. Exit B is a dedicated skywalk bridge that lands you directly on the 1st floor of Mantri Square Mall — one of India's largest malls at 1 million sq ft. It is the only station on Namma Metro with a direct interior connection to a shopping mall.
What time does the first metro leave from Mantri Square Sampige Road Station?
The first metro 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. Mantri Square Sampige Road is on the Green Line and opened on 1 March 2014. It was previously named simply 'Sampige Road' before Mantri Developers acquired naming rights.
Which exit should I use for Malleshwaram from this station?
Use Exit C — it leads towards Malleshwaram 18th Cross and Sheshadripuram College (about 450m). Exit A opens onto Platform Road towards Seshadripuram, past Mantri Green Apartments and Sampige Theatre. For the mall itself, use Exit B (direct 1st-floor bridge).