Vidhana Soudha Metro Station, Bangalore: Route Map, Facilities & Nearby Localities to Live (2025)

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Station, Vidhana Soudha, commonly called Vidhana Soudha Metro Station, is a crucial underground metro station on the Purple Line of Bangalore's Namma Metro. Strategically located directly beneath the eponymous state legislature, it provides unparalleled access to Karnataka's administrative core, including the High Court and Cubbon Park. This station is vital for seamless travel to various parts of the city, connecting key governmental, business, and recreational hubs for thousands of commuters daily.

Vidhana Soudha Metro Station - Quick Info 2025

This guide covers Vidhana Soudha metro timings, Vidhana Soudha metro line information, and more for hassle-free travel.

Station Information	Details
Metro Station Location	Dr. Ambedkar Veedhi, Sampangi Rama Nagara, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001
Other Name	Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Station, Vidhana Soudha
Owner	Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL)
Operational Date	30 April 2016
Line	Purple Line (East-West Corridor)
Type	Underground
Number of Platforms	2 (Side platforms)
First Metro (Mon-Sat)	05:00 AM
Last Metro (Mon-Sat)	11:00 PM - 11:05 PM
First Metro (Sun & Public Holidays)	07:00 AM
Last Metro (Sun & Public Holidays)	11:00 PM - 11:05 PM
Fare Range	₹10 – ₹60 (varies by distance; max can be higher for extensive routes)
Nearby Stations	Cubbon Park, Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College)
First and Last Stops (Purple Line)	Whitefield (Kadugodi) – Challaghatta
Station Parking	Not Available (No dedicated parking facility)
Address Map	https://g.co/kgs/g7VwhZz/
Review/Rating	Generally well-regarded for its prime location, cleanliness, and crucial connectivity to key landmarks

Vidhana Soudha Metro Station Map in 2025

The Vidhana Soudha Metro Station map shows its strategic placement on the Purple Line, directly serving the Vidhana Soudha, High Court of Karnataka, and Cubbon Park. This underground station is a critical interchange for accessing central Bangalore. The station features multiple entry and exit gates for easy access. Use the map below to understand the Vidhana Soudha metro route and plan your journey efficiently.

Vidhana Soudha Metro Station Route Details 2025

The Vidhana Soudha Metro Station route connects major East and West Bangalore parts. Platform 1 trains head towards Whitefield (Kadugodi), and Platform 2 trains proceed towards Challaghatta. This section details travel to key destinations, including interchange information where necessary, helping you navigate the metro route effectively for Vidhan Soudha connections.

Travelling from Vidhana Soudha Metro Station to Majestic Metro

The journey from Vidhana Soudha Metro Station to Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic Metro Station) is short and direct. Get on a train from platform 2 towards Challaghatta and travel till you get off at Majestic Metro. 

Details	Information
Time of First Metro	05:40 AM (towards Challaghatta from Vidhana Soudha)
Time of Last Metro	11:25 PM (towards Challaghatta from Vidhana Soudha)
Travelling Time	Approx. 4 minutes
Total Distance	Approx. 2 km
Number of Stops	2 stations (Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College), Majestic)
Interchange	Not Needed (Direct on Purple Line)
Fare of Token	₹10
Fare of Smart Card	₹9.5
Platform at Origin	Platform 2 (Towards Challaghatta)

Nearby Markets and Places (at Majestic):

• Kempegowda Bus Station (Majestic)
• KSR Bengaluru City Railway Station
• Chickpet Market
• KR Market
• Freedom Park

Best Areas to Live (near Majestic):

• Gandhinagar (0-1 km from Majestic)
  • Rent: 1BHK: ₹8,000-₹15,000; 2BHK: ₹15,000-₹30,000
• Seshadripuram (1-2 km from Majestic)
  • Rent: 1BHK: ₹10,000-₹18,000; 2BHK: ₹20,000-₹40,000
• Malleswaram (2-3 km, via Green Line from Majestic)
  • Rent: 1BHK: ₹12,000-₹25,000; 2BHK: ₹25,000-₹50,000

Travelling from Vidhana Soudha Metro Station to Challaghatta Metro

Challaghatta is one of the terminal stations on the Purple Line, extending connectivity to the western parts of Bangalore. Get on a train from platform 2 towards Challaghatta to reach the station. 

Details	Information
Time of First Metro	05:40 AM (from Vidhana Soudha)
Time of Last Metro	11:25 PM (from Vidhana Soudha)
Travelling Time	Approx. 45 minutes
Total Distance	Approx. 25 km
Number of Stops	17 stations
Interchange	Not Needed (Direct on Purple Line)
Fare of Token	₹60 (Note: Max fare on network can be up to ₹80 for this distance based on some sources)
Fare of Smart Card	₹57 (Correspondingly higher if token is higher)
Platform at Origin	Platform 2 (Towards Challaghatta)

Nearby Markets and Places (at Challaghatta):

• Proximity to NICE Road junction
• Developing commercial and residential catchments
• Kengeri Satellite Town amenities (short distance)

Best Areas to Live (near Challaghatta):

• Challaghatta (0-2 km)
  • Rent: (Emerging area, rents vary) 1BHK: ₹7,000-₹12,000; 2BHK: ₹12,000-₹20,000
• Kengeri Satellite Town (2-4 km)
  • Rent: 1BHK: ₹8,000-₹15,000; 2BHK: ₹15,000-₹28,000
• Rajarajeshwari Nagar (further back along the line, 5-7 km)
  • Rent: 1BHK: ₹10,000-₹18,000; 2BHK: ₹18,000-₹35,000

Travelling from Vidhana Soudha Metro Station to Jayanagar Metro

To reach Jayanagar take a metro from platform 2 going towards Challaghatta. Then change the line to green line and get a train from platform 2 towards Silk Institute till you reach Jayanagar Metro. 

Details	Information
Time of First Metro	05:40 AM (from Vidhana Soudha, towards Majestic)
Time of Last Metro	11:25 PM (from Vidhana Soudha, towards Majestic)
Travelling Time	Approx. 13-15 minutes
Total Distance	Approx. 7 km
Number of Stops	9 stations (including interchange)
Interchange	Yes, at Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic) (Purple Line to Green Line)
Fare of Token	₹40
Fare of Smart Card	₹38
Platform at Origin	Platform 2 (Towards Challaghatta) to Majestic; then Green Line Platform 2 (Towards Silk Institute) at Majestic

Nearby Markets and Places (at Jayanagar):

• Jayanagar 4th Block Shopping Complex
• Jayanagar BDA Complex
• Ragigudda Anjaneya Temple
• Lalbagh Botanical Garden (1-2 metro stops away)

Best Areas to Live (near Jayanagar):

• Jayanagar (all blocks) (0-2 km)
  • Rent: 1BHK: ₹12,000-₹25,000; 2BHK: ₹25,000-₹50,000+
• JP Nagar (2-4 km)
  • Rent: 1BHK: ₹10,000-₹20,000; 2BHK: ₹20,000-₹45,000+
• Basavanagudi (1-3 km)
  • Rent: 1BHK: ₹10,000-₹20,000; 2BHK: ₹20,000-₹40,000

Travelling from Vidhana Soudha Metro Station to Seetharamapalya Metro

This Bangalore Metro Route is a direct one. Take a train from platform 1 towards Whitefield till you reach Seetharamapalya. 

Details	Information
Time of First Metro	05:32 AM (from Vidhana Soudha)
Time of Last Metro	11:37 PM (from Vidhana Soudha)
Travelling Time	Approx. 25 minutes
Total Distance	Approx. 14 km
Number of Stops	14 stations
Interchange	Not Needed (Direct on Purple Line)
Fare of Token	₹60
Fare of Smart Card	₹57
Platform at Origin	Platform 1 (Towards Whitefield (Kadugodi))

Nearby Markets and Places (at Seetharamapalya):

• Phoenix Marketcity Mall
• VR Bengaluru Mall
• ITPL (International Tech Park Bangalore)
• Manipal Hospital, Whitefield

Best Areas to Live (near Seetharamapalya):

• Seetharamapalya / Hoodi (0-2 km)
  • Rent: 1BHK: ₹15,000-₹25,000; 2BHK: ₹25,000-₹45,000+ (many new apartments)
• Whitefield (2-4 km)
  • Rent: 1BHK: ₹12,000-₹30,000; 2BHK: ₹20,000-₹50,000+
• Kundalahalli (1-3 km)
  • Rent: 1BHK: ₹14,000-₹22,000; 2BHK: ₹22,000-₹40,000

Travelling from Vidhana Soudha Metro Station to Yeshwantpur Metro

To reach Yeshwantpur Metro Station, take a metro from platform 2 towards Challaghatta. Get off at Nadaprabhu Kempegowda station (Majestic) and change to the green line. Get on a train from platform 1 towards Madavara (BIEC). Travel till you reach Yeshwanthpur.

Details	Information
Time of First Metro	05:40 AM (from Vidhana Soudha, towards Majestic)
Time of Last Metro	11:25 PM (from Vidhana Soudha, towards Majestic)
Travelling Time	Approx. 15-18 minutes
Total Distance	Approx. 8 km
Number of Stops	10 stations (including interchange)
Interchange	Yes, at Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic) (Purple Line to Green Line)
Fare of Token	₹40
Fare of Smart Card	₹38
Platform at Origin	Platform 2 (Towards Challaghatta) to Majestic; then Green Line Platform 1 (Towards Nagasandra) at Majestic

Nearby Markets and Places (at Yeshwantpur):

• Yeshwantpur Railway Station
• Orion Mall
• ISKCON Temple Bangalore
• Vaishnavi Sapphire Mall
• Yeshwantpur APMC Market

Best Areas to Live (near Yeshwantpur):

• Yeshwantpur (0-2 km)
  • Rent: 1BHK: ₹10,000-₹18,000; 2BHK: ₹18,000-₹35,000
• Mathikere (1-2 km)
  • Rent: 1BHK: ₹8,000-₹15,000; 2BHK: ₹15,000-₹30,000
• Malleswaram (2-3 km, short auto/bus ride or few Green Line stops from Mantri Sq.)
  • Rent: 1BHK: ₹12,000-₹25,000; 2BHK: ₹25,000-₹50,000

Travelling from Vidhana Soudha Metro Station to Kengeri Metro

To travel to Kengeri Metro Station, take a train from platform 2 towards Challaghatta until you reach Kengeri.

Details	Information
Time of First Metro	05:40 AM (from Vidhana Soudha)
Time of Last Metro	11:25 PM (from Vidhana Soudha)
Travelling Time	Approx. 35 minutes
Total Distance	Approx. 19 km
Number of Stops	16 stations
Interchange	Not Needed (Direct on Purple Line)
Fare of Token	₹70
Fare of Smart Card	₹66.5
Platform at Origin	Platform 2 (Towards Challaghatta)

Nearby Markets and Places (at Kengeri):

• Kengeri Satellite Town Market
• Gopalan Arcade Mall (Mysore Road, a few stops before or short ride from Kengeri)
• Kengeri Railway Station
• Global Village Tech Park (short commute)

Best Areas to Live (near Kengeri):

• Kengeri Satellite Town (0-2 km)
  • Rent: 1BHK: ₹8,000-₹15,000; 2BHK: ₹15,000-₹28,000
• Nagadevanahalli (2-3 km)
  • Rent: 1BHK: ₹7,000-₹12,000; 2BHK: ₹12,000-₹22,000
• Ullal Main Road Area (2-4 km)
  • Rent: Similar to Nagadevanahalli, varied options.

Vidhana Soudha Metro Station Platform Details

Vidhana Soudha Metro Station, an underground station on the Purple Line, features two platforms. Platform 1 serves trains towards Whitefield (Kadugodi), covering the eastern stretch of the city. Platform 2 is for trains heading towards Challaghatta, serving the western corridor. The station has clear signage, digital displays, escalators, elevators, and facilities for differently-abled passengers, ensuring a smooth transit experience.

Vidhana Soudha Metro Station List Towards Whitefield (Kadugodi) (Platform 1)

From Platform 1 at Vidhana Soudha Metro Station, eastwards towards Whitefield (Kadugodi). This route passes through key commercial and residential areas like MG Road, Indiranagar, and the IT hub of Whitefield. 

• Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Station (Vidhana Soudha)
• Cubbon Park
• MG Road (Interchange with Pink Line - upcoming)
• Trinity
• Halasuru
• Indiranagar
• Swami Vivekananda Road
• Baiyappanahalli
• Benniganahalli
• Krishnarajapura (K.R.Pura) (Interchange with Blue Line - upcoming)
• Singayyanapalya
• Garudacharpalya
• Hoodi
• Seetharamapalya
• Kundalahalli
• Nallurhalli
• Sri Sathya Sai Hospital
• Pattanduru Agrahara
• Kadugodi Tree Park
• Hopefarm Channasandra
• Whitefield (Kadugodi)

Vidhana Soudha Metro Station List Towards Challaghatta (Platform 2)

Platform 2 at Vidhana Soudha Metro Station facilitates travel westwards towards Challaghatta. This route connects to major transit points like Majestic (Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station) and extends to Mysore Road and Kengeri.

• Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Station (Vidhana Soudha)
• Sir M. Visveshwaraya Station (Central College)
• Nadaprabhu Kempegowda station (Majestic) (Interchange with Green Line)
• Krantivira Sangolli Rayanna Railway Station (City Railway Station)
• Magadi Road
• Sri Balagangadharanatha Swamiji Station (Hosahalli)
• Vijayanagara
• Attiguppe
• Deepanjali Nagar
• Mysuru Road
• Pantharapalya (Nayandahalli)
• Rajarajeshwari Nagar
• Jnanabharathi
• Pattanagere
• Kengeri Bus Terminal
• Kengeri
• Challaghatta

Vidhan Soudha Metro Station to Vidhana Soudha Distance

The Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Station, Vidhana Soudha Metro, is uniquely positioned, as it is located directly beneath the Vidhana Soudha complex. Therefore, the distance from the metro station exit to the Vidhana Soudha building is negligible, typically just a short walk of a few meters (estimated 50-300 meters depending on the gate and specific entrance to Vidhana Soudha). Gates A and D provide the most direct access to the Vidhana Soudha side.

Vidhana Soudha Metro Station Timings Details

Vidhana Soudha Metro Station operates frequently, especially during peak hours, providing reliable service. Its timings are aligned with the Namma Metro network schedule.

Operating Hours:

• Monday to Saturday (excluding 2nd & 4th Saturdays): Approximately 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM - 11:05 PM.
• Sundays, Public Holidays, 2nd & 4th Saturdays: Approximately 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM - 11:05 PM.
• Peak Hour Frequency: Approximately every 5-7 minutes.
• Off-Peak Hour Frequency: Approximately every 8-15 minutes.

Vidhana Soudha Metro Station Ticket Fares

Namma Metro fares from Vidhana Soudha Metro Station are distance-based, ensuring an affordable commute. Passengers can opt for single-journey tokens or use Smart Cards for a discount and convenient travel.

Fare Structure:

• Minimum Fare (Up to 2 km): ₹10
• 2-5 km: ₹15-₹20 
• 5-15 km: ₹20-₹45 
• Beyond 15 km: ₹45 - ₹60 (Can be higher for extreme ends of the line, up to network maximum)
• Smart Card Discount: 5% on all journeys.
• Group Travel Discount: Available for groups of 25 or more (prior booking may be required).

Vidhana Soudha Metro Station Entry & Exit Points

Vidhana Soudha Metro Station is equipped with multiple entry and exit gates for passenger convenience, facilitating access to various landmarks:

• Gate A: Towards Vidhana Soudha side, Indian Express Building. Equipped with stairs and escalator.
• Gate B: Towards High Court of Karnataka side. Equipped with stairs and escalator.
• Gate C: Towards High Court of Karnataka side, Cubbon Park. Equipped with stairs.
• Gate D: Towards Vidhana Soudha side, Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Cubbon Park. Equipped with stairs and elevator.
• Gate E: Towards Vikasa Soudha side.
• Gate F: Towards Vikasa Soudha side.

Vidhana Soudha Metro Station Parking Details

Please note that Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Station, Vidhana Soudha Metro Station, does not have a dedicated public car or two-wheeler parking facility. Commuters are advised to use public transport to reach the station or find parking in nearby commercial areas, subject to local regulations.

Best Areas to Live Near Vidhana Soudha Metro Station

While the immediate vicinity of Vidhana Soudha is predominantly administrative, several well-established and upscale residential areas are within a short commute (1-4 km), offering excellent connectivity via the metro and other transport.

• Vasanth Nagar
  • Distance from station: Approx. 2-3 km
  • Property types: Apartments, independent houses.
  • Key features: Upscale, central, close to amenities, good schools, and Cubbon Park.
  • Average Rent: 2BHK: ₹45,000 - ₹70,000+; 3BHK: ₹70,000 - ₹1,50,000+
• Cunningham Road Area
  • Distance from station: Approx. 1-2 km
  • Property types: Premium apartments, luxury residences.
  • Key features: Highly central, prime real estate, excellent social infrastructure.
  • Average Rent: 2BHK: ₹50,000 - ₹1,00,000+; 3BHK: ₹80,000 - ₹2,00,000+
• Shivajinagar
  • Distance from station: Approx. 2-3 km
  • Property types: Mix of older apartments, independent houses, and newer developments.
  • Key features: Bustling commercial area with residential pockets, diverse housing options.
  • Average Rent: 1BHK: ₹10,000 - ₹18,000; 2BHK: ₹20,000 - ₹40,000 (can go higher for premium)
• Benson Town
  • Distance from station: Approx. 3-4 km
  • Property types: Apartments, independent houses, colonial-style bungalows.
  • Key features: Quiet, green, established residential area with good schools and parks.
  • Average Rent: 1BHK: ₹15,000 - ₹25,000; 2BHK: ₹30,000 - ₹60,000+
• Fraser Town (Pulikeshi Nagar)
  • Distance from station: Approx. 3-4 km
  • Property types: Apartments, independent houses.
  • Key features: Well-planned, good mix of old and new properties, vibrant local market.
  • Average Rent: 1BHK: ₹12,000 - ₹20,000; 2BHK: ₹25,000 - ₹50,000+

Why Invest Near Vidhana Soudha Metro Station?

Investing in property near a prime location like Vidhana Soudha Metro Station offers significant advantages due to its central importance and connectivity.

• Convenience & Connectivity: The station's location offers unparalleled connectivity to major government offices, business districts (like MG Road via metro), educational institutions, and recreational zones like Cubbon Park, drastically reducing commute times.
• Potential Property Value Boost: Properties near metro stations in Bangalore, especially those on key lines like the Purple Line and in central areas, have historically shown strong appreciation (reports suggest 15-30% or more over time compared to non-connected areas). The high demand in such a prime central district tends to maintain robust property values.
• Target Audience & Property Types: The area, while primarily administrative, influences nearby residential zones catering to:
• Government officials and professionals: Seeking apartments and independent houses.
• High-income individuals: Looking for premium and luxury apartments in nearby Vasanth Nagar, Cunningham Road.
• Rental market: Steady demand due to the central location.

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