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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.
| Station Code | VJN |
| 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 | Yes |
| Daily Footfall | ~25,000 |
| Nearest Landmark | Vijayanagar Bus Stand (300m) |
| Address | Chord Road, Vijayanagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560040 |
| Directions | View on Google Maps |
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.
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Busy commercial zone along Dr. Raj Kumar Road with shops, supermarkets, and eateries
Hours: 9 AM - 9 PM
Local shopping complex with daily essentials
Multi-specialty private hospital
Government health centre
Established government-aided degree college
Arts and Science College
Major BMTC bus terminal serving western Bangalore routes
Popular Hanuman temple in Vijayanagar, draws large crowds on Tuesdays and Saturdays
Ancient Shiva temple in the locality
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.
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.
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.