Sir M Visvesvaraya Metro Station - Gateway to Bangalore's Civic Heritage
Purple Line
Sir M Visvesvaraya Metro Station is named after Karnataka's legendary engineer and Bharat Ratna recipient. This underground Purple Line station is ideally placed for access to Central College (adjacent), Vidhana Soudha (600m), and the High Court of Karnataka. It serves government employees, students, and visitors exploring Bangalore's impressive civic heritage zone.
Station Details
Station Code
SMV
Line
Purple Line
Platforms
2 (Side platforms)
First Train
5:00 AM Tue–Sat, ~4:15 AM Mon (Sun 7:00 AM)
Last Train
11:00 PM
Parking
No
Daily Footfall
~25,000
Nearest Landmark
Central College (Adjacent)
Address
Dr. Ambedkar Veedhi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001
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Exits & Entrances
Exit A — Central College Campus, Dr. Ambedkar Veedhi
Central College (Adjacent), Mysore Bank Circle (400m)
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator
Exit B — KSR Railway Station Road, Gubbi Thotadappa Road
KSR Railway Station (1km), City Market
Stairs, Elevator
Area Guide
Predominantly government and educational zone with prominent institutions, heritage architecture, and green spaces. Less commercial than adjacent stations.
Named after legendary engineer Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya (Bharat Ratna), the station is set in the historic government quarter of Bangalore. The area around Ambedkar Veedhi has been the administrative heart of the city since British times.
Nearby Places
Central College (Bengaluru City University) — Adjacent (1 min)
University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering (UVCE) — 500m (7 mins)
Bangalore Medical College & Research Institute (BMCRI) — 900m
Vidhana Soudha — 600m (8 mins)
High Court of Karnataka — 500m (7 mins)
Mysore Bank Circle — 400m (5 mins)
Cubbon Park — 700m (9 mins)
Victoria Hospital — 1km
Auto & Cab Options
Availability: High
Auto to Vidhana Soudha, High Court, Cubbon Park easily available
Ola/Uber: 3-4 min wait
Tips for Sir M Visvesvaraya Station
First-time visitor: Exit A puts you directly at Central College. For Vidhana Soudha, walk 8 mins from Exit A or take auto.
Sightseeing: This station is ideal for heritage walks. Vidhana Soudha, Cubbon Park, and Attara Kacheri are all within 1km.
Government: For High Court or government offices, Exit A is best. Carry ID proof.
Crowd & Peak Hours
Morning rush: 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM (High). Government workers and college students board here
Evening rush: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM (High). Exit B less crowded
Off-peak: 11 AM - 4 PM (Moderate). Good for visiting Cubbon Park and Vidhana Soudha
Weekends: Low to Moderate. Offices closed; mostly park visitors and tourists
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the first metro leave from Sir M Visvesvaraya Station?
The first metro from Sir M Visvesvaraya Station departs at approximately 5:00 AM (Tuesday–Saturday; Mondays start earlier at ~4:15 AM) and 7:00 AM on Sundays. The last train is around 11:00 PM. It is on the Purple Line.
Which exit is closest to Vidhana Soudha from Sir M Visvesvaraya metro station?
Exit A is closest — it leads to Central College and Dr. Ambedkar Veedhi, from where Vidhana Soudha is roughly an 8-minute walk. An auto from Exit A is also readily available for a quicker trip.
Is Sir M Visvesvaraya Station good for a Bangalore heritage walk?
Yes. The station is named after Bharat Ratna engineer Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya and sits in Bangalore's historic government quarter. Vidhana Soudha, Cubbon Park, and Attara Kacheri are all within about 1 km of Exit A.
