India vs West Indies, 5th T20I – Saturday, 17 October 2026: free metro, gates and last trains
Updated 14 October 2026, from KSCA’s official announcement. Your Chinnaswamy Stadium metro plan for the series finale this Saturday, 17 October, 7:00 PM IST (tickets via TicketGenie) just got simpler: KSCA has confirmed free Namma Metro travel for valid match-ticket holders on match day.
How the free Chinnaswamy Stadium metro ride works
- Your digital match ticket has a second tab – “Metro Ticket” – with a Namma Metro QR code. Scan it at the AFC gates like any metro QR ticket.
- It covers one onward and one return journey, valid on match day only, and the QR is non-transferable (one per passenger, tied to the ticket).
- No match ticket? Normal fares apply – a ride to Cubbon Park costs ₹10-60 from most of the city (fare calculator).
Which station for which entry gate
| Your entry gate | Get down at |
|---|---|
| E1, E2, E3, E18, E19, E22, E23 | Cubbon Park Metro Station (Purple Line) |
| E8, E11, E12, E13, E16, E17 | MG Road Metro Station (Purple Line) |
When is the last metro after the match?
A 7 PM T20 typically finishes around 10:30 PM, and on Saturdays the metro runs well past that. These are the scheduled last trains this Saturday at the two stadium stations:
| Direction | Last train at Cubbon Park | Last train at MG Road |
|---|---|---|
| Towards Whitefield (KR Pura, Indiranagar side) | ~11:42 PM | ~11:45 PM |
| Towards Challaghatta (Majestic, Mysuru Road, Kengeri side) | ~11:27 PM | ~11:25 PM |
Changing lines? This is where it gets tight:
- Green Line via Majestic: the last northbound train (towards Madavara) leaves Majestic around 11:38 PM and the last southbound (towards Silk Institute) around 11:33 PM – and the very last Challaghatta-bound Purple train only reaches Majestic at 11:33. Don’t gamble on it: board at Cubbon Park by about 11:10 PM if you need a Green Line connection.
- Yellow Line via RV Road: comfortable – the last train towards Bommasandra (Electronic City side) leaves RV Road around 11:55 PM.
- These are regular Saturday timings; BMRCL has extended services for big matches before, and every station page on this site shows live next-train times – check Cubbon Park before you leave the stands. Full network timings: first and last trains on every line.
Driving partway? Park at a metro station
KSCA has arranged flat-rate match-day parking for ticket holders at select metro stations: ₹60 for cars, ₹30 for two-wheelers. Park, ride in free on your match ticket, and skip the stadium-area parking ordeal entirely.
| Line | Stations with match-day parking |
|---|---|
| Purple Line | Challaghatta, Kengeri Bus Terminal, Jnana Bharathi, Nayandahalli, Mysuru Road, Hosahalli, City Railway Station (KSR), Majestic, Baiyappanahalli (OMR and NGEF sides), KR Pura, Singayyanapalya, Hoodi, Seetharampalya, Kundalahalli, Nallur Halli, Pattandur Agrahara, Kadugodi Tree Park, Hope Farm Channasandra, Whitefield |
| Green Line | Madavara, Chikkabidirakallu, Nagasandra, Jalahalli, Mahalakshmi, Mahakavi Kuvempu Road, Srirampura, Majestic, National College, Lalbagh, Jayanagar, RV Road, Banashankari, Yelachenahalli, Doddakallasandra |
| Yellow Line | RV Road, Ragigudda, BTM Layout, Central Silk Board, Electronic City, Konnapana Agrahara, Hebbagodi, Bommasandra |
One more thing about this Saturday: it is also the Durga Ashtami weekend, so pandal crowds share the metro with cricket crowds from about 6 PM – ride in early. Making a full evening of it? Here is our Durga Puja pandals by metro guide.
Chinnaswamy Stadium, located in the heart of Bengaluru, sees massive crowds during IPL matches, especially for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) games. Due to heavy traffic congestion around MG Road, Cubbon Park, and surrounding areas, Namma Metro is the fastest and most reliable way to reach the stadium.
On match days, special arrangements are introduced, including free metro travel for RCB ticket holders, designated entry gates, and optimized crowd movement routes.
Quick Answer
- Nearest Metro Station: Cubbon Park (Purple Line)
- Best Exit Gate: Gate B
- Walking Distance: 5–7 minutes
- Alternative Station: MG Road (10–12 minutes walk)
Best Metro Stations to Reach Chinnaswamy Stadium
1. Cubbon Park Metro Station (Recommended)
This is the closest and most efficient station.
Why Cubbon Park is Best:
- Shortest walking distance
- Direct access to multiple stadium gates
- Less crowd confusion compared to MG Road
https://stationseekers.com/cubbon-park-metro-station
2. MG Road Metro Station (Alternative Option)
- Slightly longer walking distance
- Higher crowd density on match days
https://stationseekers.com/mg-road-metro-station
Entry Gates Mapping (Based on Official RCB Guidance)
From Cubbon Park Metro Station
Use this station if your ticket has gates:
- E1
- E2
- E3
- E6
- E18
- E19
- E22
- E23
👉 Recommended exit: Gate B
From MG Road Metro Station
Use this station for gates:
- E8
- E11
- E12
- E13
- E16
- E17
Step-by-Step Route to Stadium
Via Cubbon Park (Best Route)
- Take metro on Purple Line
- Get down at Cubbon Park
- Exit via Gate B
- Walk toward MG Road
- Follow signage to stadium
Plan your route:
https://stationseekers.com/trip-planner
Via MG Road
- Get down at MG Road
- Walk toward Cubbon Park
- Continue toward stadium
Free Metro Travel for RCB Match Ticket Holders
On IPL match days:
- Free metro travel is available
- Valid for one onward and one return journey
- Requires:
- Valid RCB match ticket
- Metro QR code
Important Rules:
- QR code is non-transferable
- Valid only on match day
- Must be scanned at metro gates
Parking at Metro Stations
Parking is available at select metro stations:
- ₹30 – Two-wheelers
- ₹60 – Four-wheelers
Metro Lines Connectivity
Purple Line (Direct Access Line)
This is the main line to reach the stadium.
Key stations:
- Whitefield
- Indiranagar
- MG Road
- Cubbon Park
Green Line (Interchange Route)
Used by users from:
- Yeshwanthpur
- Jayanagar
- Banashankari
Route:
Green Line → Majestic → Purple Line → Cubbon Park
Yellow Line (Fully Operational – South Bengaluru Connectivity)
The Yellow Line now connects:
- R.V. Road
- BTM Layout
- Central Silk Board
- Electronic City
- Bommasandra
How to Reach Stadium via Yellow Line
From Electronic City / BTM:
- Take Yellow Line
- Get down at R.V. Road (Interchange)
- Switch to Green Line
- Travel to Majestic
- Switch to Purple Line
- Get down at Cubbon Park
Travel Time Estimates
| Location | Time |
|---|---|
| Indiranagar | 10 mins |
| Whitefield | 30–35 mins |
| Yeshwanthpur | 25–30 mins |
| BTM Layout | 30–40 mins |
| Electronic City | 45–60 mins |
Match Day Travel Strategy
To avoid delays:
- Reach metro 45–60 minutes early
- Prefer Cubbon Park over MG Road
- Avoid last-minute entry rush
- Use QR or free metro access (no counter tickets)
Walking Route from Metro to Stadium
From Cubbon Park:
- Exit Gate B
- Walk toward MG Road
- Follow crowd flow
- Reach gates within 5–7 minutes
From MG Road:
- Exit toward Cubbon Park side
- Walk 10–12 minutes
Why Metro is the Best Option
- Avoid Bengaluru traffic congestion
- No parking hassle near stadium
- Fastest and most predictable travel
- Dedicated crowd management
Conclusion
For IPL matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium, metro travel is the most efficient way to navigate Bengaluru. With direct Purple Line access, structured entry gates, and free metro rides for match ticket holders, planning your route properly ensures a smooth and stress-free experience.
FAQs
Which metro station is closest to Chinnaswamy Stadium?
Cubbon Park Metro Station is the closest.
Which exit gate should I use?
Gate B at Cubbon Park is the best option.
Is metro free for RCB match ticket holders?
Yes. KSCA and BMRCL have run free metro travel for ticket holders through IPL 2026 and international matches – the Metro QR inside your digital match ticket covers one onward and one return journey on match day.
How far is the stadium from the metro station?
Approximately 5–7 minutes from Cubbon Park.
How to reach Chinnaswamy from Electronic City?
Take Yellow Line → interchange at R.V. Road → Green Line → Majestic → Purple Line → Cubbon Park.
What time is the last metro from Chinnaswamy Stadium after a night match?
On Saturdays the last Purple Line trains pass Cubbon Park at about 11:42 PM towards Whitefield and 11:27 PM towards Challaghatta (Majestic/Kengeri side). Changing to the Green Line at Majestic? Board at Cubbon Park by about 11:10 PM. The Yellow Line’s last train towards Bommasandra leaves RV Road around 11:55 PM.
Is metro free for the India vs West Indies T20 on October 17?
Yes. KSCA has confirmed free Namma Metro travel for valid match-ticket holders on match day – one onward and one return journey using the Metro QR code inside your digital match ticket. Parking is also available at select metro stations (₹60 cars, ₹30 two-wheelers).
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