Pantharapalya (Nayandahalli) Metro Station - University & Transit Hub
Purple Line
Pantharapalya (Nayandahalli) Metro Station serves as a crucial transit hub connecting residential areas of Banashankari and Rajarajeshwari Nagar with the broader metro network. Located near Bangalore University's Jnanabharathi campus and Nayandahalli Railway Station, it provides excellent multi-modal connectivity. The station serves university community members, local residents, and railway passengers, making it an important junction in south-west Bangalore's transport network.
Exit A — Mysore Road, Nayandahalli Railway Station side
Nayandahalli Railway Station (500m), Bangalore University campus
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator
Exit B — Pantharapalya residential area
Local residential layouts, Banashankari approach
Escalator, Stairs
Area Guide
Mixed residential and transit hub with a blend of established neighborhoods like Banashankari and developing areas. The locality serves as an important junction connecting university areas, residential suburbs, and transport networks.
Nayandahalli, originally a village on the outskirts of Bangalore, became significant as a transit junction with the establishment of the railway station and later the metro. The area gained importance with the development of Bangalore University's Jnanabharathi campus nearby, transforming it into an educational and residential hub.
Nearby Places
Bangalore University (Jnanabharathi Campus) — 1km (12 mins)
PES University — 2km (25 mins)
Nayandahalli Railway Station — 500m (7 mins)
Mysore Road Satellite Bus Station — 1km (12 mins)
Banashankari Residential Areas — Adjacent (5-15 mins)
Rajarajeshwari Nagar — 2km (Take bus/auto)
Local Housing Layouts — 500m-1.5km radius (5-20 mins)
Local Markets — 500m-1km (7-12 mins)
Auto & Cab Options
Availability: High, especially during university hours
Shared autos available to university during peak hours
Ola/Uber: 2-4 min wait usually
Tips for Nayandahalli Station
First-time visitor: Use Exit A for railway station and university campus access. Exit B for local residential areas and Banashankari approach. Check both metro and train timings for optimal connectivity.
University: For Bangalore University Jnanabharathi campus, take bus or auto from the station. Campus is about 1km away with regular transport connectivity.
Railway: Railway station is a convenient 7-minute walk. Useful for travel to Mysore, Mandya, and other destinations on the Bangalore-Mysore line. Check train schedules as frequency is limited.
Residential: Good connectivity to Banashankari and Rajarajeshwari Nagar areas. Multiple bus routes available for local travel within these neighborhoods.
Shopping: Limited shopping near station. Travel to Banashankari or Rajarajeshwari Nagar for major shopping needs. Local markets available for daily essentials.
Transport: Multi-modal transport hub - combine metro, railway, and bus services. Railway particularly useful for long-distance travel to south Karnataka.
Crowd & Peak Hours
Morning rush: 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM (High). Heavy traffic from university students and office commuters. Use platform ends for better boarding space
Evening rush: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (High). Busy with return traffic and railway passengers. Evening rush slightly longer than morning
Off-peak: 10 AM - 4 PM, After 7:30 PM (Moderate). Much quieter during mid-day. Good time for comfortable travel
Weekends: Low to Moderate. Weekend traffic mainly from residential areas and railway passengers. Generally quieter
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the timings for Pantharapalya (Nayandahalli) metro station?
Pantharapalya (Nayandahalli) metro station operates from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM on weekdays and Saturdays, and from 7:00 AM on Sundays. It is on the Purple Line towards Kengeri/Challaghatta, opened in August 2021, and serves 10,000–15,000 daily passengers.
How far is Nayandahalli Railway Station from the metro station?
Nayandahalli Railway Station is about 500 m from Exit A — a 7-minute walk. It is on the Bangalore–Mysore suburban line with trains towards Mysore, Mandya, and Bangalore City, making this metro station a useful multi-modal transfer point. The Mysore Road Satellite Bus Station for KSRTC and long-distance buses is about 1 km away.
Which metro station is closest to Bangalore University from Nayandahalli?
Bangalore University's Jnanabharathi campus is about 1 km from Pantharapalya (Nayandahalli) station, with regular buses and shared autos from Exit A during university hours. PES University is about 2 km away and runs free shuttle buses from Mysore Road metro station (one stop away), not from Nayandahalli.
