Swami Vivekananda Road (SV Road) Metro Station - Baiyappanahalli
Train times
Times are BMRCL's published schedule; check the full timetable on holidays.
Exits
Exit A — Swami Vivekananda Road (North side)
DRDO Township Entry Gate (300m), New Baldwin School (500m)
Stairs, Elevator, Auto stand
Exit B — Old Madras Road (South side)
Cambridge Layout (400m), Local markets
Stairs, Escalator, Bus stop
On the Purple Line
- Whitefield
- 11 stations
- Benniganahalli
- Baiyyappanahalli
- Swami Vivekananda Road
- Indiranagar
- Halasuru
- 1 station
- MG Road
- 3 stations
- Nadaprabhu Kempegowda StationChange for Green Line
- 13 stations
- Challghatta
Station details
Swami Vivekananda Road Metro Station serves as a crucial link for the residential areas of East Bangalore, including DRDO Township, Cambridge Layout, and BEML Layout. Popular among school students and office-goers, it provides connectivity to the IT corridor and educational institutions. The station offers basic amenities with good bus and auto connectivity.
- Zone
- East Bangalore
- Platforms
- 2 (Side platforms)
- Daily Footfall
- ~25,000
- Parking
- Limited street parking
- Nearest School
- New Baldwin (800m)
- Nearest Hospital
- Bowring Hospital (2km)
- Opened
- October 2011
- Facilities
- Parking Limited street parking
- Elevator
- Escalator
- Restroom Paid (₹5)
- Wheelchair access
- Ticket counters
- ATM Near Exit A
- Shops
- Feeder bus Peak hours (7-10 AM, 5-8 PM)
- Address
- Swami Vivekananda Road, Old Madras Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560093 · Open in Google Maps
Getting around
Bus connections from Swami Vivekananda Road
3
- Route 201 → K.R. Market - HAL Airport (10-15 mins)
- Route 304 → Majestic - Whitefield (15-20 mins)
- Route 319 → Indiranagar - K.R. Puram (20 mins)
Auto & cab options
2
- Availability: Good
- Typical auto fares — Indiranagar: ₹50-70, MG Road: ₹80-100, HAL Airport Road: ₹60-80, Whitefield: ₹150-200
Tips for Swami Vivekananda Road station
5
- First-time visitor: Mid-sized residential station. Exit A for DRDO side, Exit B for Cambridge Layout. Auto stands available at both exits.
- Schools: Major school hub - New Baldwin, Bishop Cotton nearby. Heavy school traffic during mornings (7:30-8:30 AM) and afternoons (2:30-3:30 PM).
- Shopping: Limited shopping at station. Total Mall 1.5km away. Local markets in New Thippasandra for daily needs.
- Residential: Serves major residential areas - DRDO Township, Cambridge Layout, BEML Layout. Good connectivity to IT corridor via connecting buses.
- Parking: Very limited parking. Use street parking carefully or park at nearby commercial complexes.
Crowd & peak hours
3
- Morning rush: 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
- Evening rush: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Weekends: Low to Moderate
Places near Swami Vivekananda Road Metro Station
Restaurants & Cafes near Swami Vivekananda Road
2
Cuisine: South Indian, North Indian, Chinese · ₹-₹₹ · Popular: Multiple small restaurants and cafes
Cuisine: Multi-cuisine
Shopping & Markets near Swami Vivekananda Road
2
Shopping Mall · Known for: Multiplex, Food Court, Retail Stores
Fresh vegetables, groceries, and daily needs
Local Market
Hospitals & Healthcare near Swami Vivekananda Road
2
Government Hospital
Private Hospital
Offices & Business near Swami Vivekananda Road
2
Multiple defense research labs
Defense Research
Mixed Commercial
Educational near Swami Vivekananda Road
3
ICSE/ISC School
High School
Prestigious School
Residential near Swami Vivekananda Road
4
Large gated community for defense employees
Government Residential Complex
Mixed residential with apartments and independent houses
Residential Area
Established residential area with good amenities
Residential Layout
Busy area with shops and residences
Residential & Commercial
Frequently asked questions
Is Swami Vivekananda Road the metro station for Indiranagar or Old Madras Road?
Swami Vivekananda Road (SVR) is a Purple Line station on Old Madras Road, between Baiyyappanahalli and Indiranagar. It is the closest metro stop to the Old Madras Road office belt, DRDO Township and Cambridge Layout — take Exit A for DRDO Township, Exit B for the Old Madras Road side. For the 100 Feet Road and CMH Road heart of Indiranagar, ride one more stop city-bound to Indiranagar station. City-bound trains reach MG Road in about 15 minutes via Indiranagar, Halasuru and Trinity.
What are the first and last train timings at Swami Vivekananda Road Metro Station?
The first train from Swami Vivekananda Road (SVR) departs at 5:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM on Sundays. The last train departs at 11:00 PM daily. SVR is on the Purple Line between Indiranagar and Baiyyappanahalli stations.
How do I reach DRDO Township and Cambridge Layout from SVR Metro Station?
For DRDO Township, take Exit A (north side) — the township entry gate is 300m away. For Cambridge Layout, take Exit B (south side, Old Madras Road) — it is a 400m walk. Auto stands are available at both exits.
Which schools are near Swami Vivekananda Road Metro Station?
New Baldwin Residential School is 800m from the station (10-minute walk via DRDO Road from Exit A). Baldwin Boys High School is 1km away, and Bishop Cotton Boys School is 1.5km away (auto recommended). The station sees heavy school traffic during mornings (7:30–8:30 AM) and afternoons (2:30–3:30 PM).