Silk Institute Metro Station - Southern Terminal of Namma Metro Green Line
Green Line
Silk Institute Metro Station is the southern terminal of Namma Metro's Green Line, positioned on Kanakapura Road to serve as a multimodal gateway to Bangalore's southern suburbs and silk heritage. Named after the Central Silk Board research campus just 300 metres away, the station features an integrated bus terminal, extensive park-and-ride for 800+ vehicles, and seamless connectivity to BMTC and KSRTC buses. It provides access to the famous KSIC Silk Factory and showroom, Bangalore University's Jnanabharathi Campus, and serves as the nearest metro for Bannerghatta National Park visitors.
Exit A — Kanakapura Road Main Side (towards Bangalore)
Bus Terminal (50m), Central Silk Board Office (300m)
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator, Auto-rickshaw stand
Exit B — Kanakapura Road (towards Kanakapura/Harohalli)
KSIC Silk Factory (600m), Residential areas
Stairs, Elevator, Taxi stand
Exit C — Park & Ride Parking Facility
Direct access to parking area
Elevator, Covered walkway
Bangalore University / Jnanabharathi Campus — 2km (25 mins (auto recommended))
Government Silk Weaving Factory — 800m (10 mins)
KSIC Silk Showroom — 600m (8 mins)
Local Silk Weavers Market — 1km (12 mins)
Integrated Bus Terminal — Adjacent (1 min)
Auto Rickshaw Stand — At station exit
Auto & Cab Options
Availability: Good availability throughout the day
Fixed rate autos available for Anekal and nearby areas. Negotiate fare for longer distances.
Ola/Uber: Pickup points at both exits
Tips for Silk Institute Station
First-time visitor: Terminal station of Green Line. All trains go towards city (Nagasandra/Madavara direction). Bus terminal integrated for easy connectivity to suburbs.
Shopping: Visit KSIC showroom for authentic government-certified silk sarees. Morning hours less crowded. Carry cash as many shops don't accept cards.
Parking: Affordable park & ride facility. Fills up by 9 AM on weekdays. Monthly pass offers good value for regular commuters.
Tourist: Great starting point for Bannerghatta National Park visit. Book safari tickets online to avoid queues. Combine with silk factory tour for full day trip.
Daily commuter: Less crowded than other terminal stations. Good frequency of buses to Electronic City and Bannerghatta Road areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the first and last metro timings at Silk Institute station?
Silk Institute is the southern terminal of the Green Line. The first train departs at 5:00 AM (Sunday 7:00 AM) towards Nagasandra/Madavara. The last departure is at 11:05 PM. All trains from here go in one direction — northward.
Does Silk Institute metro have Park & Ride parking?
Yes, there is a dedicated Park & Ride facility accessible via Exit C. It holds 300+ cars (₹25/day, ₹500/month) and 500+ bikes (₹10/day, ₹200/month). It operates from 5 AM to 11:30 PM but typically fills by 9 AM on weekdays.
Is the KSIC Silk Factory near Silk Institute metro station?
Yes, the Karnataka Silk Industries Corporation (KSIC) showroom and factory is about 600 metres from Exit B. It sells authentic Mysore silk sarees (₹3,000–50,000). Mornings are less crowded. The station is named after the nearby Central Silk Board research campus, not the Silk Board Junction in another part of the city.
