The station is named in honor of the Indian philosopher Swami Vivekananda, reflecting Bangalore's tradition of naming infrastructure after historical figures.
It sits on the Purple Line, which was the first metro line to be inaugurated in South India.
The elevated design allows the station to operate independently of the heavy ground-level traffic congestion common on Old Madras Road.
It serves as a primary access point for the surrounding commercial and residential neighborhoods of Indiranagar and Binnamangala.
The Swami Vivekananda Road Metro Station is a critical elevated interchange point on the Namma Metro Purple Line in Bangalore, connecting the eastern industrial corridors to the city center. The station serves as a vital transit link for commuters heading toward the Indiranagar and Ulsoor areas. It features modern architectural elements typical of Bangalore's rapid transit expansion, characterized by glass-and-steel facades. While primarily a functional transit hub, its location integrates it into the heart of the bustling Adugodi and Old Madras Road transit path. The station facilitates seamless movement for thousands of daily passengers across the city's east-west transit artery.
From the upper platform level looking toward the city skyline at sunset.
Keep your smart card or QR ticket ready for quick gate access during peak commute hours.
Check digital platform displays for train arrival times as delays can occur during monsoon downpours.
Use the designated pedestrian skywalks if navigating between the station platforms and adjacent road sectors.
Attempting to travel during peak morning and evening office hours when the platforms become extremely crowded.
