Yelahanka nearest metro station, once it opens, will be Yelahanka on Namma Metro’s Blue Line. It’s an elevated station on the airport corridor, between Jakkur Cross and Bagalur Cross, and it’s still under construction. The airport section of the Blue Line, which includes Yelahanka, is expected to open in 2027. Right now no working metro station is close to Yelahanka. The nearest operational stations, on the Green Line in north-west Bengaluru, are roughly 10 km or more away by road. For most trips today, the practical options are BMTC buses, a cab, or suburban trains from Yelahanka Junction railway station.
Yelahanka is a large, fast-growing suburb in north Bengaluru. It’s home to Yelahanka Air Force Station, which hosts Aero India. It’s also a major railway junction and a gateway to Kempegowda International Airport, and many people live here because it’s close to the airport.
| Detail | Information |
| Upcoming metro station | Yelahanka (Blue Line, elevated; earlier called Kogilu Cross) |
| Blue Line neighbours | Jakkur Cross (towards Hebbal); Bagalur Cross (towards the airport) |
| Expected opening | 2027 (Phase 2B, KR Puram to KIAL via Hebbal) |
| Nearest operational metro | Green Line stations in north-west Bengaluru, roughly 10 km or more by road |
| Practical options today | BMTC buses, cabs, suburban and local trains via Yelahanka Junction |
| Railway station | Yelahanka Junction |
| Airport | Kempegowda International Airport, a short drive north |
| Time zone | IST, UTC+5:30 (no daylight saving) |
The Yelahanka Metro Station Being Built
The Blue Line is Bengaluru’s Airport Metro, a 58 km corridor from Central Silk Board to Kempegowda International Airport (KIAL). It’s being built in two parts:
- Phase 2A: Central Silk Board to KR Puram along the Outer Ring Road.
- Phase 2B: KR Puram to the airport, via Kalyan Nagar, Nagawara, Hebbal, Kodigehalli, Jakkur Cross, Yelahanka, Bagalur Cross, Bettahalasuru, Doddajala and Airport City, ending at KIAL Terminals.
Yelahanka station is on Phase 2B. As of August 2026, the Blue Line was reported to be about 72% complete overall. BMRCL is aiming to finish the remaining construction by around June 2027, with the whole line opening in phases and full completion targeted for the end of 2027. Once it opens, Yelahanka residents will have:
- A direct metro link to the airport, a few stops north.
- Connections to Hebbal, Nagawara (Pink Line), KR Puram (Purple Line), and eventually Central Silk Board (Yellow Line).
Check BMRCL announcements for confirmed opening dates.
Getting to Yelahanka Today
With no metro close by, most people use:
- BMTC buses: Frequent services link Yelahanka with Hebbal, Majestic, Shivajinagar and other hubs. Vayu Vajra airport buses also run along the Bellary Road corridor.
- Cabs and autos: Quickest for door-to-door trips, though traffic on Bellary Road near Hebbal can be heavy at peak hours.
- Trains: Yelahanka Junction is a major railway station. Local and passenger trains link it with Bengaluru City (KSR), Yeshwanthpur, and other stations. Check the timings on NTES or RailOne.
- Metro plus road: If you’re coming from the metro network, get off at the Green Line station closest to your starting point, then take a cab or bus towards Yelahanka. This combination rarely beats a direct cab or bus.
Routes to Yelahanka Today
| Starting point | Suggested route | Approx. time |
| Majestic (Kempegowda Bus Station / KSR) | BMTC bus via Hebbal, or a local train from KSR to Yelahanka Junction | About 45–75 min |
| Yeshwanthpur | Local train to Yelahanka Junction, or cab | About 25–45 min |
| MG Road / Indiranagar | Cab via Hebbal | About 45–75 min by road |
| Hebbal | BMTC bus or cab along Bellary Road | About 20–35 min |
| Kempegowda International Airport | Cab or Vayu Vajra bus | About 20–30 min |
| Whitefield / KR Puram | Cab via the Outer Ring Road and Hebbal (Blue Line once open) | About 60–90 min by road |
Times depend heavily on traffic, especially around Hebbal.
Tips for Yelahanka
- Airport trips: Yelahanka is close to KIAL, so a cab is usually the fastest option until the Blue Line opens.
- Aero India: During the air show at Yelahanka Air Force Station, usually held in February in some years, roads around Yelahanka and Bellary Road get very congested. Allow plenty of extra time.
- Hebbal flyover: This is the main bottleneck between Yelahanka and central Bengaluru at peak hours.
- Suburban rail: Bengaluru’s suburban rail project is also planned to serve the Yelahanka area, which will add more rail options in future.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Which is the nearest metro station to Yelahanka?
A. Yelahanka Metro Station on the Blue Line will directly serve the area once it opens, which is expected in 2027. At present, the nearest operational metro stations are roughly 10 km or more from Yelahanka.
Q2. Is there a metro station in Yelahanka?
A. A metro station is currently under construction in Yelahanka as part of the Blue Line airport corridor.
Q3. When will Yelahanka Metro Station open?
A. Yelahanka Metro Station is part of Namma Metro Phase 2B and is expected to open in 2027.
Q4. Which metro line will serve Yelahanka?
A. Yelahanka will be served by the Blue Line, which will connect Central Silk Board, KR Puram, Hebbal, Yelahanka, and Kempegowda International Airport.
Q5. Will the metro connect Yelahanka to the airport?
A. Yes. The Blue Line will provide direct metro connectivity between Yelahanka and Kempegowda International Airport, with the airport located a few stations north of Yelahanka.
Q6. How do I reach Yelahanka without the metro?
A. Until metro services begin, you can reach Yelahanka by BMTC bus, cab, or local train via Yelahanka Junction Railway Station.
Q7. What was Yelahanka Metro Station called earlier?
A. Yelahanka Metro Station was earlier referred to as Kogilu Cross.
Q8. Which station comes before Yelahanka on the Blue Line?
A. Jakkur Cross comes before Yelahanka when travelling towards the airport from Hebbal. After Yelahanka, the next station is Bagalur Cross towards the airport.
