National College Metro Station - Basavanagudi Heritage Area

Green Line

National College Metro Station serves Basavanagudi, one of Bangalore's oldest and most culturally rich neighborhoods. A gateway to traditional markets like Gandhi Bazaar, historic temples, and legendary eateries, this station connects modern metro convenience with old Bangalore charm. Popular among students, shoppers, and culture enthusiasts.

Station Details

Station CodeNCG
LineGreen Line
Platforms2 (Side platforms)
First Train5:00 AM Tue–Sat, ~4:15 AM Mon (Sun 7:00 AM)
Last Train11:00 PM
ParkingNot available
Daily Footfall~35,000
AddressDVG Road, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560004
Directions View on Google Maps

Exits & Entrances

Exit A — National College Circle (West side)
National College Main Building (100m), Gandhi Bazaar (400m)
Stairs, Elevator, Bus stop
Exit B — DVG Road (East side)
Basavanagudi Club (300m), Bull Temple Road (500m)
Stairs, Escalator
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Places to Visit Near National College Metro Station

Restaurants & Cafes Near National College Metro Station

Vidyarthi Bhavan 500m 6 mins

Cuisine: South Indian · ₹

Hours: 6:30 AM - 11:30 AM, 2 PM - 8 PM (Closed Mondays)

Brahmin's Coffee Bar 600m

Cuisine: South Indian · ₹

Popular: Morning breakfast spot

DVG Benne Dosa 300m

Cuisine: South Indian · ₹

Hours: 7 AM - 10:30 PM

Gandhi Bazaar Food Street 400m

Cuisine: Street Food · ₹

Shopping & Markets Near National College Metro Station

Gandhi Bazaar 400m 5 mins

Historic market street with traditional shops

Traditional Market

Flower marketTraditional itemsBooksCondiments
DVG Road Shopping 200m

Mix of traditional and modern shops

Local Shopping

Basavanagudi Shopping Area 500m

Traditional shopping district

Commercial Area

Parks & Gardens Near National College Metro Station

Bugle Rock Park 800m 10 mins

3000 million year old rock formation with park

Geological Park

Hours: 6 AM - 8 PM

Museums & Culture Near National College Metro Station

Basavanagudi Club 600m

Cultural Center

Ravindra Kalakshetra 2km

Major cultural venue for performances

Auditorium

Hospitals & Healthcare Near National College Metro Station

South Bangalore Ashwini Hospital 1km

Multi-specialty Hospital

Sagar Hospitals 2.5km

Multi-specialty Hospital

Places of Worship Near National College Metro Station

Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi) 900m 12 mins

16th century temple with massive Nandi statue

Ancient Temple

Hours: 6 AM - 12 PM, 5 PM - 9 PM

Dodda Ganesha Temple 800m 10 mins

Famous for huge Ganesha idol

Temple

Ramakrishna Ashram 1km

Spiritual Center

Bus Connections from National College

Auto & Cab Options

Tips for National College Station

Crowd & Peak Hours

Frequently Asked Questions

What are National College Metro Station timings?

First train at 5:00 AM (7:00 AM on Sundays), last train at 11:00 PM on the Green Line.

How far is Lalbagh Botanical Garden from National College Metro Station?

Lalbagh Botanical Garden's north gate is approximately 600 metres from National College Metro Station — roughly a 7–8 minute walk. This station is the most convenient metro access point for Lalbagh visitors.

Which metro station is closest to Basavanagudi?

National College Metro Station on the Green Line is the closest metro station to Basavanagudi neighbourhood, serving Gandhi Bazaar, Bull Temple Road, Bugle Rock Park, and the famous Vidyarthi Bhavan restaurant.

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