Namma Metro Blue Line: Full Route Map, Key Stations, Launch Timeline & Airport Connectivity

Bengaluru, July 15, 2025 — The much-anticipated Blue Line of Namma Metro is poised to transform commuting in Bengaluru, especially for thousands of tech professionals and residents in the southern and eastern parts of the city. Stretching from Central Silk Board to KR Puram, the first phase of this 18-kilometre corridor along the Outer Ring Road (ORR) is expected to be operational by mid-2026, according to the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL).

Blue Line Opening Date

BMRCL Managing Director Maheshwar Rao, at a recent public event, confirmed that the project is on track for a June 2026 launch, although a 2–3 month delay is possible depending on the pace of final construction and testing.

Key Features of Namma Metro Blue Line

Total Length: ~56 km (full stretch upon completion)

Phase 1: 18 km from Central Silk Board to KR Puram

Total Stations: 30

Primary Objective: Ease traffic congestion on ORR, reduce airport commute time, and improve last-mile connectivity in IT zones

Major Stations on Namma Metro Blue Line

Here are some of the key stations along the route:

Central Silk Board

KR Puram

Kasturinagara

Horamavu

HRBR Layout

Kalyan Nagar

Nagawara

Hebbal

Kodigehalli

Yelahanka

Bagalur Cross

Doddajala

Airport City

KIAL Terminals (Kempegowda International Airport)

Airport Connectivity: Major Highlight

Once fully operational, the Blue Line will connect Bengaluru city directly to Kempegowda International Airport, drastically reducing commute time and offering a cost-effective and efficient transit option for flyers. This will also help decongest roads leading to the airport from tech-heavy corridors like ORR, Whitefield, and Electronic City.