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 (Mon–Sat) 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, 37 stations), Green Line (Madavara–Silk Institute, 32 stations), and Yellow Line (RV Road–Bommasandra, 16 stations) are operational. Pink and Blue Lines are under construction.

Question 4

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. Recharge online at webtopup.bmrc.co.in.

Question 5

Which Namma Metro stations have interchange?

Accepted Answer

Operational today: Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic) — Purple + Green lines; Rashtreeya Vidyalaya Road — Green + Yellow lines. Once Pink and Blue Lines open: Jayadeva Hospital (Yellow + Pink), MG Road (Purple + Pink), Central Silk Board (Yellow + Blue), Krishnaraja Puram (Purple + Blue), and Nagawara (Pink + Blue).

Question 6

Does Namma Metro run on Sundays?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Namma Metro runs 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 7

What is the 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 8

Can I carry food on Namma Metro?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

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.

Question 10

How do I plan my Namma Metro route?

Accepted Answer

Use the free route planner on this site. Enter your boarding and destination stations to instantly get the shortest route, fare estimate, platform number, boarding direction, and interchange details across all 5 lines.

Question 11

Is it Namma Metro or Namah Metro, and Bangalore or Bengaluru?

Accepted Answer

The correct name is Namma Metro (often misspelled 'Namah Metro'), the rapid transit system in Bengaluru — the official name for Bangalore. It is also commonly searched as Bangalore Metro, Banglore Metro or Bengaluru Metro, and is operated by BMRCL.

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