About Metro Station Near Kannuru - Bagaluru Road

Metro train waiting at a station platform, illustrating metro connectivity

Published On: 14 August 2026

Kannuru, on Bagaluru Road in North Bangalore, will soon get direct metro access through Namma Metro's Blue Line. The nearest upcoming station, Bagalur Cross, is about 6 km away in a straight line, roughly 7–8 km by road.

Until then, KR Puram on the Purple Line remains the closest operational station, around 11 km straight-line, or 13–15 km by road. HPR Shades of Green, the luxury villa township on this very road, stands to benefit directly from this upcoming connectivity.

This guide covers routes, fares, and travel time to every metro station near Kannuru.

Nearest Metro Stations to Kannuru

Two metro stations matter most for Kannuru residents: one already running, one under construction close by.

Bagalur Cross Metro Station (Blue Line)

Bagalur Cross is the closest metro station to Kannuru, located on NH 44 near Kattigenahalli. It sits on the Blue Line, also called the Airport Metro Line.

Distance from Kannuru: Approximately 3 km, about 8–10 minutes by road.
Line: Blue Line (North-South corridor).
Status: Under construction, expected to open around mid-2027.
Structure: A station connecting further to Hebbal on one side and the airport on the other.

KR Puram Metro Station (Purple Line)

Until the Blue Line opens, KR Puram is the fully operational metro station for Kannuru residents.

Distance from Kannuru: Around 12–15 km, 15–20 minutes by road.
Line: Purple Line, connecting east and west Bangalore.
Status: operational.
Use case: current option for reaching MG Road, Majestic and Whitefield by metro.

Blue Line Metro Route and Connectivity

Route Overview

The Blue Line runs about 58 km, connecting Central Silk Board to Kempegowda International Airport. It passes through the Outer Ring Road, KR Puram, Hebbal, and Yelahanka before reaching the airport.

Key Stations Along the Way

Central Silk Board is the starting point in the south, where you can switch to the Yellow Line
KR Puram is where you can switch to the Purple Line
Hebbal is a junction in North Bangalore
Bagalur Cross is the station closest to Kannuru and Bagaluru Road
Airport City and KIAL Terminals are the last stations, at the airport

Opening Timeline

Phase 2A (Silk Board to KR Puram): Expected late 2026.
Phase 2B (KR Puram to Airport, including Bagalur Cross): Expected around 2027.

Metro Fare from Kannuru

Namma Metro fares are distance-based, using ten fare slabs across the network.

Distance Slab	Approx. Fare
Up to 2 km	₹10
2–4 km	₹20
4–6 km	₹30
6–10 km	₹40
10–14 km	₹50
Above 28 km	₹90 (maximum)

A trip from Bagalur Cross to KR Puram, once the Blue Line opens, is expected to fall in the mid-range fare slabs.
Smart card users get a 5% discount during peak hours and 10% off at other times, including Sundays.
Token and QR ticket options remain available at every station for one-time travel.

How This Benefits HPR Shades of Green Residents?

HPR Shades of Green is located on Kannuru - Bagaluru Road, near the new Bagalur Cross metro station. When the Blue Line starts operating, people living there will have a traffic-free way to go to Hebbal, KR Puram and the airport.

This kind of connectivity typically pushes up both rental demand and resale value in nearby residential projects. For a villa township like HPR Shades of Green, being this close to a future metro corridor adds real long-term value for both end-use buyers and investors.

FAQs

1. Is there a metro station near Kannuru, Bagaluru Road right now?

Not yet. The nearest operational station is KR Puram on the Purple Line, about 12–15 km away. The nearby Bagalur Cross station is still under construction.