MG Road Metro — Brigade Road & Commercial Street Access

MG Road Metro Station serves Bangalore's premier shopping and entertainment district. Located on the Purple Line, it provides direct access to Brigade Road, Commercial Street, and numerous restaurants, pubs, and offices. The station features a unique boulevard park above ground and is one of the busiest stations on weekends.

Station Details

Station Code	MGR
Line	Purple Line
Platforms	2 (Side platforms)
First Train	5:00 AM Tue–Sat, ~4:15 AM Mon (Sun 7:00 AM)
Last Train	11:00 PM
Daily Footfall	~50,000
Address	MG Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001

Exits & Entrances

Exit A — MG Road Boulevard, Cauvery Emporium side
Plaza Theatre (100m), Cauvery Emporium (50m)
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator

Exit B — MG Road towards Trinity Circle
Levi's Store (100m), Brigade Road Junction (200m)
Escalator, Stairs

Area Guide

Cosmopolitan area with mix of high-end shopping, restaurants, pubs, and offices. Known for vibrant nightlife and weekend shopping crowds.

MG Road, named after Mahatma Gandhi, has been Bangalore's premier commercial district since the 1960s. Originally called South Parade during British rule, it transformed from a residential area to the city's shopping and entertainment hub.

Nearby Places

Brigade Road — 200m (3 mins)
Commercial Street — 800m (10 mins)
Garuda Mall — 500m (7 mins)
Koshy's — 400m (5 mins)
Church Street Social — 300m (4 mins)
Galaxy Theatre — 150m (2 mins)
MG Road Boulevard — At station
The Oberoi — 600m

Auto & Cab Options

Availability: High
Meter fare + 50% after 10 PM
Ola/Uber: 2-3 min wait usually

Tips for MG Road Station

First-time visitor: Use Exit A for MG Road shopping, Exit B for Brigade Road. Buy return tickets to avoid queues.
Shopping: Weekday mornings (10-12) best for peaceful shopping. Avoid weekend evenings.
Food & dining: Many restaurants within 5-min walk. Church Street has the most variety.
Photography: MG Road Boulevard above station is great for photos. No photography inside station without permission.

Crowd & Peak Hours

Morning rush: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM (Very High). Board from ends of platform
Evening rush: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Very High). Exit B less crowded
Off-peak: 11 AM - 4 PM, After 8:30 PM (Moderate). Best time for shopping trips
Weekends: High (afternoon/evening). Very crowded due to shopping and entertainment

Frequently Asked Questions

What time does the first metro leave from MG Road Station?

The first metro from MG Road 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. MG Road is on the Purple Line.

Which exit should I use for Brigade Road from MG Road Metro?

Exit B leads towards Trinity Circle and Brigade Road Junction, about 200m away. Exit A leads to MG Road Boulevard and Cauvery Emporium. Both exits are close to Church Street and Commercial Street.

Is there parking at MG Road Metro Station?

MG Road Station has no dedicated parking. The nearest paid parking is at Brigade Road, about 300m from the station. Most visitors arrive by auto-rickshaw, cab, or on foot given the station's central location.

Adjacent Stations

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Next: Cubbon Park Metro Station

MG Road Metro Station - Bangalore's Central Business District