Marathahalli nearest metro station today is Kundalahalli on Namma Metro’s Purple Line. It’s in the EPIP Zone at Brookefield, roughly 2.5 to 3 km from the Marathahalli Bridge area, which works out to a 10 to 15 minute auto or bike-taxi ride. A station named Marathahalli is being built right at the Marathahalli Bridge on the Outer Ring Road, as part of the Blue Line from Central Silk Board to KR Puram. It’s targeted for around December 2026, and once it opens it will put the metro right in the neighbourhood.
Marathahalli is a busy residential and commercial hub on the Outer Ring Road, between Whitefield, Bellandur and the Sarjapur side. Many of its residents work at the big tech parks along the ORR and in Whitefield, and traffic at the Marathahalli Bridge is among the city’s heaviest at peak hours.
| Detail | Information |
| Nearest operational station | Kundalahalli (Purple Line) |
| Distance to Marathahalli Bridge | Roughly 2.5–3 km |
| Last stretch | Auto, cab, bike taxi or BMTC bus, about 10–15 minutes |
| Kundalahalli location | EPIP Zone, Brookefield |
| Kundalahalli parking | Two-wheelers only |
| Kundalahalli accessible | Yes |
| Kundalahalli opened | March 2023 |
| Upcoming station | Marathahalli (Blue Line, elevated, near Marathahalli Bridge bus stop) |
| Blue Line section | Central Silk Board – KR Puram (Phase 2A), targeted around December 2026 |
| Blue Line neighbours | Kodibeesanahalli (towards Silk Board); ISRO (towards KR Puram) |
| Purple Line route | Whitefield (Kadugodi) – Challaghatta, via MG Road and Majestic |
| Time zone | IST, UTC+5:30 (no daylight saving) |
Kundalahalli: The Closest Station Today
Kundalahalli is an elevated Purple Line station in the EPIP Zone at Brookefield, between Nallurhalli (towards Whitefield) and Seetharamapalya (towards the city). It opened in March 2023 when the Purple Line was extended to Whitefield. It’s close to several IT offices and hotels in the Brookefield area.
From Kundalahalli:
- Autos and bike taxis are the quickest way to Marathahalli Bridge and the ORR. The ride takes about 10 to 15 minutes, depending on traffic at the Kundalahalli junction.
- BMTC buses run along the main roads towards Marathahalli Bridge. It’s cheap, but slower at peak hours.
- Parking at the station is for two-wheelers only.
Kundalahalli suits Marathahalli’s northern side, towards Brookefield and Kundalahalli Gate. For the southern side and the ORR tech parks towards Bellandur, compare it with a direct cab.
The Marathahalli Blue Line Station
The Blue Line (Phase 2A) runs about 19 km along the Outer Ring Road from Central Silk Board to KR Puram. Its stations include HSR Layout, Agara, Bellandur, Kadubeesanahalli, Kodibeesanahalli, Marathahalli, ISRO, Doddanekundi and others. Marathahalli station is elevated and sits next to the Marathahalli Bridge bus stop, at the heart of the area.
The opening target has moved from mid-2026 to around December 2026. Once it’s running:
- Marathahalli will have a station within walking distance.
- The ORR IT corridor, from Silk Board through Bellandur to KR Puram, will be linked by metro.
- KR Puram will connect it to the Purple Line. Central Silk Board will connect it to the Yellow Line.
- The Phase 2B extension will later continue the line towards Kempegowda International Airport.
Check BMRCL announcements for the actual opening date.
Routes to Marathahalli
| Starting point | Suggested route | Approx. total time |
| MG Road | Purple Line towards Whitefield to Kundalahalli, then auto | About 40–50 min |
| Majestic (Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station) | Purple Line towards Whitefield to Kundalahalli, then auto | About 50–60 min |
| Indiranagar | Purple Line towards Whitefield to Kundalahalli, then auto | About 30–40 min |
| Whitefield | Purple Line towards Challaghatta to Kundalahalli, then auto; or cab directly | About 20–30 min |
| Jayanagar / RV Road | Green Line to Majestic, Purple Line to Kundalahalli, then auto; or cab | About 70–80 min by metro |
| Electronic City / HSR Layout | Cab via the ORR (Blue Line once open) | About 30–60 min by road |
| Kempegowda International Airport | Cab or Vayu Vajra bus via the ORR | About 60–90 min |
Times depend heavily on ORR traffic.
Tips for Marathahalli Commuters
- Avoid peak hours at the Marathahalli Bridge if you can. Roughly 8:30 to 11 AM and 5:30 to 9 PM are the worst.
- Bike taxis are often the fastest last-mile option for one person between Kundalahalli and the ORR.
- Company shuttles: Many tech parks run shuttles from nearby metro stations, so check with your employer.
- Two-wheeler parking at Kundalahalli fills up on weekdays. Arrive early if you ride to the metro.
- Watch for the Blue Line opening. When Marathahalli station opens, it will likely replace Kundalahalli as the best stop for most of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Which is the nearest metro station to Marathahalli?
A. Kundalahalli Metro Station on the Purple Line is one of the nearest operational metro stations, roughly 2.5–3 km from Marathahalli Bridge.
Q2. Is there a metro station in Marathahalli?
A. A Marathahalli Metro Station is under construction on the Blue Line and is targeted to become operational around December 2026.
Q3. Which metro line will serve Marathahalli?
A. Marathahalli will be served by the Blue Line, running along the Outer Ring Road corridor from Central Silk Board towards KR Puram.
Q4. How do I get from Kundalahalli Metro Station to Marathahalli?
A. You can take an auto, bike taxi, cab, or BMTC bus from Kundalahalli Metro Station. The onward journey generally takes about 10–15 minutes, depending on traffic.
Q5. Is there car parking at Kundalahalli Metro Station?
A. No. Parking at Kundalahalli Metro Station is available for two-wheelers only.
Q6. How do I reach Marathahalli from MG Road by metro?
A. Take the Purple Line towards Whitefield and get off at Kundalahalli Metro Station. From there, take an auto, cab, or bus to Marathahalli.
Q7. Which station comes after Marathahalli on the Blue Line?
A. ISRO Metro Station is towards KR Puram, while Kodibeesanahalli Metro Station is towards Central Silk Board.
Q8. Will the Blue Line connect Marathahalli to the airport?
A. Yes. The Phase 2B section of the Blue Line is planned to extend towards Kempegowda International Airport, providing metro connectivity between the Outer Ring Road corridor and the airport.
