Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station - Majestic Metro Interchange, Bangalore

Purple Line

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.

Station Details

Station CodeKSM/MJT
LinePurple Line (Interchange: Purple + Green)
Platforms4 (2 Purple + 2 Green)
First Train5:00 AM Tue–Sat, ~4:15 AM Mon (Sun 7:00 AM)
Last Train11:00 PM
ParkingLimited
Daily Footfall~200,000+
Nearest LandmarkKempegowda Bus Station (Connected)
AddressKempegowda Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560009
Directions View on Google Maps

Exits & Entrances

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

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.

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Places to Visit Near Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Metro Station

Hotels & Stays Near Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Metro Station

Hotel Bangalore International 200m 3 mins from Exit B

Well-established hotel right opposite the bus station, ideal for transit travelers

3-star business hotel

From Rs 2,500/night

Hotel Mayura 300m 5 mins from Exit C

Clean budget option near Gandhi Nagar, popular with bus travelers

Budget hotel

From Rs 800/night

Hotel Ajantha 250m 4 mins from Exit A

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

The Paul Bangalore 2km

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 Metro Station

Majestic Food Street 50m 1 min from Exit A

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

Kamat Yatri Nivas Restaurant 200m 3 mins from Exit B

Popular vegetarian restaurant catering to travelers and commuters

Cuisine: South Indian, North Indian · Rs 120-250 for two

Must try: Unlimited South Indian Thali

Vidyarthi Bhavan 2.5km

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 Metro Station

Gandhi Bazaar 300m 5 mins via Exit C

Traditional wholesale market for textiles and commodities

Wholesale clothingTraditional itemsBulk purchases

Hours: 7 AM - 9 PM (Closed Sundays)

Chickpet Market 1.2km 15 mins

Historic commercial area

SareesJewelryElectronics

Better to take metro to Chickpete station

Transport Connections Near Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Metro Station

Kempegowda Bus Station (Majestic) Connected Direct access

Karnataka's largest bus terminal with KSRTC, BMTC services

Hours: 24/7 operations

KSR Bengaluru City Railway Station 400m 5-7 mins via Exit B

Main railway station with trains to all major Indian cities

Use subway to avoid traffic when walking to railway station

Auto & Cab Options

Tips for Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station

Crowd & Peak Hours

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.

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