Vijayanagar Metro Station - Purple Line, Bangalore's Western Residential Hub
Purple Line
Vijayanagar Metro Station on the Purple Line connects one of Bangalore's most densely populated residential areas to the rest of the city. The elevated station on Chord Road provides easy access to the bustling commercial zone on Dr. Raj Kumar Road, Vijayanagar Bus Stand, BGS Global Hospital, and the popular Maruti Mandir. It is a key station for residents and shoppers in western Bangalore.
Exit A — Chord Road, Vijayanagar Bus Stand
Vijayanagar Bus Stand (300m), Dr. Raj Kumar Road
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator
Exit B — Dr. Raj Kumar Road, Vijayanagar Main Circle
BGS Hospital (800m), Maruti Mandir (500m), Vijayanagar Club (600m)
Stairs, Elevator
Area Guide
Dense, bustling residential area with a strong Kannada cultural identity. Named after the Vijayanagara Empire. Has a well-developed commercial zone along Dr. Raj Kumar Road.
Vijayanagar (meaning 'city of victory') is one of Bangalore's most populated residential neighbourhoods, developed in the 1960s-70s for government and middle-class families.
Nearby Places
Vijayanagar Bus Stand — 300m (4 mins)
BGS Global Hospital — 800m (10 mins)
Vijayanagar Health Centre — 400m
Maruti Mandir — 500m (7 mins)
Chokkanathaswamy Temple — 700m
Vijayanagar Commercial Area — 300-600m (5-8 mins)
Sri Manjunatha Shopping Complex — 400m (6 mins)
Vijaya College — 700m
Auto & Cab Options
Availability: Very High
Share autos available to BGS Hospital and nearby areas
Ola/Uber: 3-4 min wait
Tips for Vijayanagar Station
First-time visitor: Exit A for bus stand and Chord Road. Exit B for Dr. Raj Kumar Road shopping and Maruti Mandir.
Shopping: Dr. Raj Kumar Road has the best selection of local shops. Weekday mornings less crowded.
Hospital: BGS Hospital is a major medical centre - auto recommended (800m).
Temple: Visit Maruti Mandir on Tuesdays and Saturdays for darshan - arrive early to avoid queues.
Crowd & Peak Hours
Morning rush: 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM (High). Busy residential area with high morning footfall
Evening rush: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM (High). Commercial area activity adds to evening crowds
Off-peak: 11 AM - 4 PM (Moderate). Good for shopping in the commercial area
Weekends: Moderate to High. Temple days (Tue/Sat) see extra footfall near Maruti Mandir
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the first metro leave from Vijayanagar Station?
The first metro from Vijayanagar Station departs at 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. Vijayanagar sits on the Purple Line between Attiguppe and Hosahalli, and opened in April 2016.
Which exit should I use for BGS Global Hospital?
Use Exit B — it opens onto Dr. Raj Kumar Road at Vijayanagar Main Circle, from where BGS Global Hospital is about 800m (10-minute walk) or a short auto ride. Exit A is the better choice for the Vijayanagar Bus Stand (300m) and the Chord Road side.
Is Maruti Mandir near Vijayanagar Metro Station?
Yes — Maruti Mandir, a popular Hanuman temple, is about 500m from the station (7-minute walk) via Exit B toward Dr. Raj Kumar Road. Tuesdays and Saturdays are the busiest days for darshan, so arrive early to avoid queues.