Benniganahalli Metro Station: Directions, Gates, Lines, Timings, Facilities

Every metro station has a story, but Benniganahalli Metro Station has one built on patience. Tucked along Old Madras Road near the familiar rush of Tin Factory Junction, this station became important not only because of where it stands, but because of how long people waited for it. For years, the area was known more by the local name “Tin Factory” than by any metro marker.

The station sits between Baiyappanahalli and Krishnarajapura/KR Pura on Bengaluru’s Purple Line. While the KR Pura–Whitefield stretch opened earlier in 2023, Benniganahalli took more time because of difficult work over active railway lines. Finally, on October 9, 2023, the station opened to the public, quietly connecting a missing link in East Bengaluru’s metro movement.

Quick Overview of Benniganahalli Metro Station

Benniganahalli Metro Station Lines

Benniganahalli Metro Station is on the Purple Line of Namma Metro. The Purple Line is Bengaluru’s main east-west corridor, connecting Challaghatta in the west with Whitefield/Kadugodi in the east. Important stations on this route include Kengeri, Mysuru Road, Majestic, Cubbon Park, MG Road, Indiranagar, Baiyappanahalli, Benniganahalli, KR Pura and Whitefield.

From Benniganahalli, passengers can travel towards Baiyappanahalli, Indiranagar, MG Road, Majestic and Challaghatta on one side. In the other direction, trains go towards KR Pura, Mahadevapura, Hoodi, ITPL and Whitefield/Kadugodi.

The nearby stations are Baiyappanahalli and KR Pura. For changing to the Green Line, passengers can use Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station, Majestic.

How to Reach Benniganahalli Metro Station

Benniganahalli is easy to reach from both central Bengaluru and Whitefield-side areas because it lies on the Purple Line.

From Majestic, take the Purple Line towards Whitefield/Kadugodi and get down at Benniganahalli.

From MG Road, board the Purple Line towards Whitefield/Kadugodi. Benniganahalli comes after Indiranagar and Baiyappanahalli side.

From Indiranagar, take the Purple Line towards Whitefield/Kadugodi and get down at Benniganahalli.

From Whitefield or ITPL, take the Purple Line towards Challaghatta. Benniganahalli comes before Baiyappanahalli.

From KR Pura, take the Purple Line towards Challaghatta. Benniganahalli is the next nearby station.

From Green Line stations, change at Majestic and take the Purple Line towards Whitefield/Kadugodi.

Benniganahalli Metro Station Gates

Benniganahalli Metro Station has two main entry and exit points. These exits connect passengers to Old Madras Road, Dooravani Nagar side and Mahadevapura side. Station guides list Entry/Exit Point A towards Dooravani Nagar and Entry/Exit Point B towards Mahadevapura.

For Dooravani Nagar, Gate A is useful. For Mahadevapura, Gate B is better. Since the station is close to Tin Factory Junction and Old Madras Road, checking the exit board before leaving can save walking time.

Benniganahalli Metro Station Timings

Benniganahalli Metro Station generally operates from early morning to late night. Exact timings depend on direction and day.

Station timing guides list trains towards Challaghatta from around 5:24 AM, with the last train around 11:09 PM. Towards Whitefield/Kadugodi, guides list the first train around 5:48 AM and the last train around 11:53 PM. Timings can change due to weekends, maintenance or operational reasons.

For accurate timing, passengers should check the official BMRCL app, Namma Metro website, journey planner or station display boards before travelling very early or late at night.

Facilities at Benniganahalli Metro Station

Benniganahalli Metro Station has useful facilities for regular passengers. These include lifts, escalators, ticketing support, security checking, CCTV monitoring, passenger signage and platform-level access.

Parking is also listed as available by station information sources. Some sources mention limited station amenities, so passengers should check locally for updated details on toilets, ATMs or food counters before depending on them.

Because this station serves Old Madras Road and the Tin Factory area, it can get busy during office hours. Keeping your QR ticket, token or metro card ready will make entry and exit faster.

Nearby Places from Benniganahalli Metro Station

Benniganahalli Metro Station is useful for East Bengaluru commuters, office-goers and residents around Mahadevapura and KR Pura.

Some important nearby places include:

• Tin Factory Junction
• Benniganahalli Lake
• Old Madras Road
• Dooravani Nagar
• Mahadevapura
• KR Pura side
• Pai Layout
• A Narayanapura
• Baiyappanahalli side
• Gopalan Signature Mall
• Tin Factory Bus Stop
• Benniganahalli local area

FAQs — Benniganahalli Metro Station

Q1. Which metro line is available at Benniganahalli Metro Station?

A: Benniganahalli Metro Station is on the Purple Line of Namma Metro. It connects directly with Whitefield, KR Pura, Baiyappanahalli, MG Road, Majestic, Kengeri and Challaghatta.

Q2. Is Benniganahalli Metro Station also called Tin Factory Metro Station?

A: Yes. Many local commuters still call it Tin Factory Metro Station because it is close to Tin Factory Junction on Old Madras Road.

Q3. Which gate is best for Dooravani Nagar and Mahadevapura?

A: For Dooravani Nagar, use Gate A. For Mahadevapura, use Gate B.

Q4. Can I reach Majestic from Benniganahalli Metro Station?

A: Yes. Take the Purple Line towards Challaghatta and get down at Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station, Majestic. No line change is required.