Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station - Majestic Metro Interchange, Bangalore
Train times
Times are BMRCL's published schedule; check the full timetable on holidays.
Exits
Exit A — Kempegowda Bus Station (Majestic) Platform 1-10
KSRTC Bus Stand, BMTC Main Terminal
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator
Exit B — KSR Railway Station Side
Railway Station Main Entrance (400m), Railway Booking Counter
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator
Exit C — Gandhi Nagar, Anand Rao Circle Road
Gandhi Bazaar, Cotton Market, Hardware shops
Stairs, Elevator
Exit D — Kempegowda Bus Station Platform 11-20
Interstate Bus Terminal, Prepaid Auto Stand
Escalator, Stairs
On the Purple Line
- Whitefield
- 17 stations
- MG Road
- 1 station
- Dr. BR Ambedkar Station
- Sir M Visvesvaraya Station
- Nadaprabhu Kempegowda StationChange for Green Line
- KSR Railway Station
- Magadi Road
- 11 stations
- Challghatta
On the Green Line
- Madavara
- 13 stations
- Srirampura
- Mantri Square Sampige Road
- Nadaprabhu Kempegowda StationChange for Purple Line
- Chickpete
- Krishna Rajendra Market
- 4 stations
- Rashtreeya Vidyalaya RoadChange for Yellow Line
- 7 stations
- Silk Institute
Station details
Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic) is the busiest metro station in Bangalore, serving as the only interchange between Purple and Green lines. Integrated with Kempegowda Bus Station and having walkable access to KSR Railway Station, it's the city's primary transport hub handling over 200,000 passengers daily. The underground station connects seamlessly to Karnataka's largest bus terminal with interstate and city bus services.
- Type
- Underground
- Platforms
- 4 (2 Purple + 2 Green)
- Daily Footfall
- ~200,000+
- Parking
- Limited
- Nearest Landmark
- Kempegowda Bus Station (Connected)
- Opened
- April 2016
- Facilities
- Parking Two-wheeler parking
- Elevator
- Escalator
- Restroom Free
- Wheelchair access
- Ticket counters
- Customer service Central concourse
- ATM Near Exit A and B
- Shops
- Wi-Fi
- Address
- Kempegowda Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560009 · Open in Google Maps
Getting around
Auto & cab options
3
- Availability: Very High
- Use prepaid counter for fixed rates; Avoid touts offering flat rates
- Ola/Uber: 2-3 min wait
Tips for Nadaprabhu Kempegowda station
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- First-time visitor: This is the interchange station between Purple and Green lines. Look for color-coded signs. Buy return token to save time. Download BMTC app for bus routes.
- Interchange: Allow 5-7 mins for line change. Follow Purple/Green arrows. Elevators available for luggage/elderly.
- Shopping: Exit C leads to wholesale markets - great for bulk shopping but very crowded. Bargaining expected.
- Food & dining: Multiple food options inside station. Street food outside is cheap but check hygiene. Platform shops good for packaged items.
- Luggage: Locker facility available. Porters available at railway station side. Keep valuables safe in crowds.
- Navigation: Station has 4 levels - take your time to read signs. Staff helpful with directions in Kannada/English/Hindi.
Crowd & peak hours
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- Morning rush: 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM (Extremely High). Use Exit C/D for less crowd; Allow extra 10 mins for interchange
- Evening rush: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM (Extremely High). Keep right on escalators; Have exact change for token counter
- Off-peak: 11 AM - 4 PM, After 9 PM (Moderate to High). Best time for luggage travel
- Weekends: Very High (throughout day). Avoid 6-8 PM on Sundays due to returning weekend travelers
Places near Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Metro Station
Hotels & Stays near Nadaprabhu Kempegowda
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Well-established hotel right opposite the bus station, ideal for transit travelers
3-star business hotel · From Rs 2,500/night
Clean budget option near Gandhi Nagar, popular with bus travelers
Budget hotel · From Rs 800/night
No-frills budget stay adjacent to Majestic bus stand for early departures
Budget hotel · From Rs 600/night
24-hour check-in available for late-night bus arrivals
Luxury boutique hotel with contemporary design and multiple restaurants
5-star boutique hotel · From Rs 6,000/night
Take auto/cab from station, about Rs 80-100
Restaurants & Cafes near Nadaprabhu Kempegowda
3
Vibrant street food area outside the bus station with dozens of stalls
Cuisine: Multi-cuisine street food · Rs 30-100 for two · Must try: Dosa, Vada, Fresh Juice · Hours: 6 AM - 11 PM
Popular vegetarian restaurant catering to travelers and commuters
Cuisine: South Indian, North Indian · Rs 120-250 for two · Must try: Unlimited South Indian Thali
Legendary 1943 dosa institution in Gandhi Bazaar
Cuisine: South Indian · Rs 80-150 for two · Must try: Masala Dosa (crispy, ghee-roasted)
Take metro to National College station for closer access
Shopping & Markets near Nadaprabhu Kempegowda
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Traditional wholesale market for textiles and commodities
Known for: Wholesale clothing, Traditional items, Bulk purchases · Hours: 7 AM - 9 PM (Closed Sundays)
Historic commercial area
Known for: Sarees, Jewelry, Electronics
Better to take metro to Chickpete station
Transport Connections near Nadaprabhu Kempegowda
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Karnataka's largest bus terminal with KSRTC, BMTC services
Hours: 24/7 operations
Main railway station with trains to all major Indian cities
Use subway to avoid traffic when walking to railway station
Area guide
24/7 bustling transport hub with a mix of interstate travelers, daily commuters, and traders. The area never sleeps with continuous movement of buses, trains, and people.
Kempegowda Bus Station, popularly known as Majestic, has been Bangalore's transport heart since the 1960s. Named after the founder of Bangalore, this area transformed from a royal garden to the city's busiest transport hub.
Frequently asked questions
Is Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station the same as Majestic Metro?
Yes. Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (NMK) is Bengaluru's Majestic metro station — the only interchange point where the Purple Line and Green Line cross, located at the heart of Kempegowda Bus Terminal (Majestic).
What metro lines serve Nadaprabhu Kempegowda (Majestic) Station?
Both the Purple Line (Baiyyappanahalli to Challaghatta) and Green Line (Nagasandra to Silk Institute) serve this station. It is the sole interchange station in the current network where both lines meet, with 4 platforms (2 per line).
Can I walk to KSR Bengaluru City Railway Station from this metro station?
Yes. Exit B leads toward KSR Bengaluru City Railway Station (Majestic railway station) — approximately a 5–7 minute walk through the pedestrian subway. The metro station also directly connects to Kempegowda KSRTC Bus Terminal platforms via Exit A and Exit D.