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
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Places to Visit Near Silk Institute Metro Station
Shopping & Markets Near Silk Institute Metro Station
Small shops selling silk products directly from weavers
Parks & Gardens Near Silk Institute Metro Station
Bannerghatta National Park15km
Safari park, butterfly park, and zoo in the Bangalore periphery
SafariButterfly parkZoo
Entry: ₹80-260 depending on activities
Turahalli Forest8km
Urban forest popular for cycling and trekking
Cycling trailsNature walksRock climbing
Educational Institutions Near Silk Institute Metro Station
Karnataka Silk Industries Corporation (KSIC)600m8 mins
Government silk production and research facility
Silk productionMysore silk sareesFactory tours
Hours: 10 AM - 5 PM (Weekdays)
Entry: Factory tour: ₹50/person
Central Silk Board300m4 mins
Research and development institute for sericulture, namesake of the station
Silk researchTraining programsSilk museum
Hours: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Mon-Fri)
Bangalore University / Jnanabharathi Campus2km25 mins (auto recommended)
Major state university campus with multiple colleges
Government Silk Weaving Factory800m10 mins
Traditional silk weaving demonstrations
Transport Connections Near Silk Institute Metro Station
Integrated Bus TerminalAdjacent1 min
Auto Rickshaw StandAt station exit
Bus Connections from Silk Institute
Route 356 → Majestic/KR Market (10-15 mins)
Route 356A → KR Market via Jayanagar (15 mins)
Route 360 → Jayanagar 4th Block (20 mins)
Route 360B → JP Nagar 6th Phase (25 mins)
Route K-1 → Kanakapura (30 mins)
Route K-2 → Harohalli via Kanakapura Road (45 mins)
Auto & Cab Options
Availability: Good availability throughout the day
Typical auto fares — Anekal Town: ₹80-100, Bannerghatta National Park: ₹250-300, Jayanagar 4th Block: ₹150-180, JP Nagar: ₹120-150
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.
