Question 1

What time does Namma Metro start and end?

Accepted Answer

Namma Metro runs from 5:00 AM to 11:05 PM on weekdays (Monday–Saturday) for Purple and Green lines. On Sundays and public holidays, services start at 7:00 AM and end at 11:00 PM. The Yellow Line runs until 11:55 PM daily.

Question 2

How much does Namma Metro cost?

Accepted Answer

Namma Metro fares range from ₹10 (minimum, up to 2 km) to ₹90 (maximum, 28 km+). Namma Card smart card holders save up to 10% on every trip. Children below 3 feet in height travel free.

Question 3

How many lines does Namma Metro have?

Accepted Answer

Namma Metro has 5 lines: Purple Line (Whitefield–Challaghatta, 38 stations, 43.5 km), Green Line (Madavara–Silk Institute, 32 stations, 35.5 km), and Yellow Line (RV Road–Bommasandra, 16 stations, 18.8 km) are operational. Pink Line (Gottigere–Nagawara) and Blue Line (Central Silk Board–Krishnaraja Puram) are under construction.

Question 4

How do I plan my Namma Metro route?

Accepted Answer

Use the free Namma Metro route planner at bangalore-metro-transit.vercel.app. Enter your boarding station and destination to instantly get the shortest route, fare estimate, platform number, boarding direction, and interchange station details.

Question 5

What is Namma Card and how much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

Namma Card is Namma Metro's reloadable smart card that gives up to 10% discount on all trips. It requires a ₹50 refundable deposit and can be purchased at any metro station. Minimum top-up is ₹50, maximum balance ₹3,000. Recharge online at webtopup.bmrc.co.in.

Question 6

Which Namma Metro stations have interchange?

Accepted Answer

Key interchange stations are: Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic) — Purple + Green lines; Rashtreeya Vidyalaya Road — Green + Yellow lines; Banashankari — Green + Pink lines; Central Silk Board — Yellow + Blue lines; Krishnaraja Puram — Purple + Blue lines.

Question 7

Does Namma Metro run on Sundays?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Namma Metro operates on Sundays and public holidays with slightly later start times. First trains begin at 7:00 AM (instead of 5:00 AM on weekdays) and last trains run till 11:00 PM.

Question 8

What is the metro fare from MG Road to Whitefield?

Accepted Answer

The Namma Metro fare from MG Road to Whitefield (Kadugodi) on the Purple Line is approximately ₹60 by token and ₹54 with a Namma Card smart card, covering about 18 km with no interchange required.

Question 9

Can I carry food on Namma Metro?

Accepted Answer

No, eating or drinking inside metro train coaches is strictly not allowed on Namma Metro. Violation can result in a fine of up to ₹250. Food is permitted only in designated areas on the station platform or concourse.

Question 10

What is the Namma Metro helpline number?

Accepted Answer

BMRCL helpline: 155343. Control room: 080-4969-4969. Lost and found: 080-4969-4969 (Ext. 2). Smart card helpdesk: 1800-425-1663 (toll-free). CISF security: 080-2296-2000.