Bengaluru Namma Metro’s Pink Line Opens To Public On Nov 14: Stations, Interchanges, Fares, Tickets And More

Last Updated:November 13, 2026, 08:00 IST

Bengaluru Namma Metro’s Pink Line Opens To Public From Nov 14: Stations, Route, Interchanges To Fares, How To Get Tickers, All Details Here

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The Pink Line (Line 4) of Bengaluru’s Namma Metro is a highly anticipated 21.25-km rapid transit corridor that connects south Bengaluru to the north, running from Kalena Agrahara to Nagawara.

The line is opening in two major phases, with the southern elevated section beginning public operations on November 14, 2026.

CURRENT STATUS & PHASED OPENING PLAN

Phase 1 (Elevated Stretch): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to officially inaugurate this 7.5-km elevated section on Friday, November 13, with commercial public services starting at 6:00 AM on November 14. It covers 6 stations along Bannerghatta Road from Kalena Agrahara to Tavarekere.

Phase 2 (Underground Stretch): The remaining 13.76-km underground section from Dairy Circle to Nagawara is currently undergoing systems testing and is targeted to open by May 2027.

ROUTE & NETWORK INTERCHANGES

When fully completed, the line will feature 18 stations (6 elevated and 12 underground). It will cross key commercial hubs, residential areas, and educational zones:

• Key Stations: Kalena Agrahara, Hulimavu, IIM Bengaluru (IIMB), JP Nagar 4th Phase, Jayadeva Hospital, Tavarekere, Dairy Circle, MG Road, Cantonment Railway Station, Nagawara.
• Yellow Line Interchange: Located at Jayadeva Hospital, allowing commuters to seamlessly switch to the Yellow Line heading toward Electronic City, HSR Layout, and Jayanagar.
• Purple Line Interchange: Located at MG Road, offering a direct link into the central business district and east-west transit.
• Future Blue Line Interchange: Will eventually connect at Nagawara for easy travel toward the Kempegowda International Airport.

KEY OPERATIONS & PROJECT SPECS

Train Frequency: Operations on the newly launched elevated stretch will begin with 5 BEML-built trains (4 active, 1 standby) running at 8-minute intervals during peak hours.

Platform Safety: The Pink Line will be the first in the Namma Metro network to use Platform Screen Doors (PSDs) for enhanced commuter safety.

Project Scale: This major infrastructure addition expands Bengaluru’s total operational metro footprint to 103.6 km, solidifying its position as the second-largest operational metro network in India.

PLANNED BMTC METRO FEEDER BUS ROUTES

BMTC is rolling out 5 brand new feeder routes deploying 30 dedicated buses making 415 daily trips. These will operate at a convenient 10-minute frequency during peak commute hours:

The 5 New Planned Feeder Circuits: Buses will feed into key elevated stations including Jayadeva Hospital, J.P. Nagar 4th Phase, Tavarekere, and Hulimavu. They will bridge connectivity to heavily populated surrounding neighborhoods like Uttarahalli, BTM Layout, Arekere, Bilekahalli, Begur Lake, and Singasandra.

• Existing Services: There are already 3 standard feeder routes in active rotation (running 9 buses and 132 daily trips) cutting through the Pink Line catchment zones.
• Bannerghatta Extension Support: BMTC continues running 545 extended transit trips going past the Kalena Agrahara terminal station to support the deep south Bannerghatta road corridor.
• Smart Stations Integration: BMRCL and BMTC are partnering to integrate real-time BMTC bus arrival display screens directly inside the Pink Line metro stations.

TICKET FARE ESTIMATES

Because Namma Metro maintains standard distance pricing across all lines (including the Purple, Green, Yellow, and Pink lines), fares for the newly launched 7.5-km elevated stretch will range from ₹10 to ₹30.

Interchange Savings: Swapping trains at major hubs like Jayadeva Hospital (to the Yellow Line) or MG Road (to the Purple Line) costs nothing extra. Your ticket fare is calculated strictly on the total point-to-point map distance, rather than the number of lines you use to get there.

HOW TO GET TICKETS?

To ride the Pink Line, you can purchase your ticket using four convenient digital or physical methods.

1. Buy a Digital QR Ticket

You can purchase tickets directly on your smartphone up to the time of travel. QR tickets get a 5% discount over standard paper/token tickets during peak hours.

VIA WHATSAPP

1. Save the official BMRCL WhatsApp number: +91 81055 56677.

2. Send the message “Hi” to start the chat.

3. Select “Book Ticket”.

4. Enter your Source and Destination stations.

5. Pay securely using UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, etc.). You will instantly receive a QR code to scan at the automatic AFC gates.

VIA MOBILE APPS: Download the official Namma Metro App, Namma Yatri, or TumMoc app on your phone. Go to the metro ticket section, pick your route, pay via UPI, and use the generated QR code to scan through the gates.

2. Purchase a Physical QR Ticket or Token

If you prefer not to use your phone, you can buy physical single-journey tickets at any Pink Line metro station.

• Go to the Station Ticket Counter or the Automatic Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs) located in the station concourse.
• State your destination station and pay via cash or UPI.
• The operator or machine will issue a paper ticket with a QR code (or a contactless token). Scan this code at the entry gate, and scan it again at your destination to exit.

3. Use a Namma Metro Smart Card

If you plan to use the metro frequently, buying a physical contactless Smart Card is the most efficient option.

Where to buy: Purchase a new Smart Card at any station ticket counter for a one-time fee of ₹50.

Discount: Offers a 5% to 10% discount on every single ride depending on peak or off-peak travel times.

How to recharge: You can top up your card at station counters, TVMs, or online via the Namma Metro app, WhatsApp, and net banking. Just tap the card on the AFC gates to enter and exit.

4. Tap and Pay with National Common Mobility Card (NCMC)

If you already own a bank-issued NCMC debit/credit card (issued by SBI, ICICI, HDFC, RuPay, etc.) or a One Delhi/One Mumbai transport card.

You can directly tap your existing NCMC bank card at the Bangalore Metro entry gates. The system will automatically calculate your distance and deduct the fare straight from your bank account or card balance, meaning you do not need to buy a separate ticket at all.

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When does the Bengaluru Namma Metro Pink Line elevated section open to the public?

Commercial public services for the 7.5-km elevated section of the Pink Line will start at 6:00 AM on November 14, 2026, following an official inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 13, 2026.

Which stations and major transit lines connect to the Pink Line network interchanges?

The Pink Line features key interchanges at Jayadeva Hospital for the Yellow Line, MG Road for the Purple Line, and an upcoming connection at Nagawara for the Blue Line heading to Kempegowda International Airport.

What are the ticket prices and digital payment options available for the Pink Line?

Fares range from ₹10 to ₹30 based on standard distance pricing, and passengers can buy digital QR tickets via WhatsApp or apps like Namma Metro, use physical smart cards, or tap bank-issued NCMC cards directly at the gates.

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