Whitefield Metro Station - Purple Line Eastern Terminal, Bangalore IT Hub
Purple Line
Whitefield Metro Station is the eastern terminal of the Purple Line, serving Bangalore's largest IT hub. With park-and-ride facilities, feeder bus services, and proximity to major tech parks and malls, it's a crucial station for thousands of IT professionals and residents of East Bangalore.
Station Details
Station Code
WFD
Line
Purple Line
Platforms
2 (Island platform)
First Train
5:00 AM Tue–Sat, ~4:15 AM Mon (Sun 7:00 AM)
Last Train
10:45 PM (last departure)
Daily Footfall
~80,000
Address
Whitefield Main Road, Whitefield, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560066
Exit A — Whitefield Main Road, Forum Shantiniketan Mall side
Forum Shantiniketan Mall (500m), VR Bengaluru (1km)
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator, Feeder bus bay
Exit B — ITPL Main Road side
ITPL (2km), Brigade Tech Gardens (1.5km)
Escalator, Stairs, Elevator, Auto stand
Exit C — Park & Ride Facility
Multi-level parking, Bike parking
Direct elevator access to parking
Area Guide
Modern tech hub with glass-fronted offices, upscale apartments, malls, and international restaurants. Cosmopolitan area with significant expat population.
Whitefield transformed from a quiet Anglo-Indian settlement to Bangalore's premier IT hub. The area was established in 1882 and has seen explosive growth since the late 1990s with the IT boom.
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Places to Visit Near Whitefield Metro Station
Hotels & Stays Near Whitefield Metro Station
Marriott Hotel Whitefield2km
5-star luxury
Aloft Bengaluru Whitefield1.5km
4-star business
Restaurants & Cafes Near Whitefield Metro Station
Windmills Craftworks1.5km
Cuisine: Microbrewery & European · ₹₹₹
Popular: Jazz nights, Craft beers
Forum Mall Food Court500m
Cuisine: Multi-cuisine · ₹₹
Shopping & Markets Near Whitefield Metro Station
Forum Shantiniketan Mall500m7 mins
Large mall with multiplex, food court, and brand stores
PVR CinemasFood CourtLifestyle stores
Hours: 10 AM - 10 PM
VR Bengaluru1km12 mins
Premium mall with luxury brands and experiences
Black Box TheatreSky DeckInternational brands
Hours: 11 AM - 11 PM
Inorbit Mall1.2km15 mins
Family shopping destination
HypermarketEntertainment zoneRestaurants
Offices & Business Near Whitefield Metro Station
International Tech Park (ITPL)2km
IT Park
Brigade Tech Gardens1.5km
Tech Park
Prestige Tech Park2.5kmTake auto/cab
IT Complex
Auto & Cab Options
Availability: Very High
Prepaid auto to ITPL ₹80-100; Many share autos to tech parks
Ola/Uber: High availability, 1-2 min wait
Tips for Whitefield Station
First-time visitor: Terminal station - all trains go towards city. Use Park & Ride if driving. Download metro app for live updates.
Shopping: Three major malls within walking distance. Forum Shantiniketan closest and most popular.
Office: Check for company shuttles from metro. Feeder buses run during peak hours. Many share autos to tech parks.
Food & dining: Mall food courts for quick bites. Explore Whitefield Main Road for cafes and restaurants.
Parking: Book monthly pass if regular commuter. Parking fills up by 8:30 AM on weekdays.
Crowd & Peak Hours
Morning rush: 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM (Extremely High). Tech park employees rush hour - arrive early or after 9:30 AM
Evening rush: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM (Extremely High). Stagger your departure from office to avoid crowd
Off-peak: 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM (Low to Moderate). Best time for shopping or non-office visits
Weekends: High (mall visitors). Parking fills up by noon on weekends
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the first and last metro timings at Whitefield Station?
The first train is at 5:00 AM (7:00 AM on Sundays); the last departure is around 10:45 PM. Whitefield is the eastern terminus of the Purple Line.
Is parking available at Whitefield metro station?
Yes — a large Park & Ride facility with capacity for 500+ cars (₹30/day) and 1,000+ two-wheelers (₹15/day), accessible via Exit C. A monthly pass (around ₹500) is available for regular commuters.
How do I reach ITPL from Whitefield metro station?
Exit B leads towards ITPL Main Road, about 2km away. Feeder buses (route F1) run to ITPL, SAP Labs and the EPIP Zone during peak hours (7-10 AM, 5-8 PM); autos are also available (roughly ₹80-100 prepaid).
