Ahmedabad Metro (2026): Guide to Routes, Map, Fare & Timings

The Ahmedabad Metro — operated by Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited (GMRC) — now spans 67.56 km across four distinct lines connecting Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, and GIFT City. With the Yellow Line fully open since January 2026, it is one of the fastest-growing metro networks in India. 

Blue Line 

East–West Corridor Thaltej Gam ↔ Vastral Gam 21.2 km · 18 stations 

Red Line 

North–South Corridor APMC ↔ Motera Stadium 18.87 km · 15 stations 

Yellow Line NEW 2026 

Gandhinagar CorridorMotera Stadium ↔ Mahatma Mandir 23.84 km · 21 stations 

Violet Line 

GIFT City Spur GNLU ↔ GIFT City 5.4 km · 3 stations 

Blue Line: Thaltej Gam to Vastral Gam (East–West) 

The Blue Line is the backbone of daily commuting in Ahmedabad. Running east–west, it covers 21.2 km across 18 stations in approximately 40 minutes to end. Four stations — Kalupur Railway Station, Shahpur, Gheekanta, and Kankaria East — are underground; the rest are elevated. 

Thaltej Gam→ Thaltej→ Doordarshan  Kendra→ Gurukul Road→ Gujarat University→ Commerce Six Roads→ SP Stadium→ Old High Court → Shahpur → Gheekanta → Kalupur Rly Station → Kankaria East → Apparel Park→ Amraiwadi→ Rabari Colony→ Vastral→ Nirant Crossroad→ Vastral Gam 

Red Line: APMC to Motera Stadium (North–South) 

The Red Line runs 18.87 km north–south through the city across 15 stations. It was inaugurated on 30 September 2022 and is the main artery for south Ahmedabad commuters. Old High Court station is the critical interchange point connecting the Blue and Red Lines. 

APMC→Jivraj Park→ Ravinagar→ Shreyas→ Paldi→ Gandhigram→ Old High Court →Usmanpura→ Vijayanagar→ Vadaj→ Ranip→Sabarmati Rly Station→ AEC→ Sabarmati→ Motera Stadium  

Sabarmati Railway Station metro station under construction 

Yellow Line: Motera Stadium to Mahatma Mandir (Gandhinagar) 

The Yellow Line is the newest addition to the Ahmedabad Metro network — fully operational since 11 January 2026. It covers 23.84 km across 21 stations, providing the first direct metro link between Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar, the state capital. All Yellow Line stations are elevated. The end-to-end journey takes approximately 45–50 minutes. 

New in 2026 — Yellow Line fully open 

PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the final 5.36 km section from Sachivalaya to Mahatma Mandir on 11 January 2026, completing the Ahmedabad–Gandhinagar metro corridor. You can now board a metro at Old High Court in central Ahmedabad and reach Gandhinagar's Mahatma Mandir without a single bus or auto change. 

Motera Stadium ⟳→ Akshardham→ Sector-10→ Old Secretariat→ Sachivalaya→GNLU →Koba→ Juna Koba→ Koba Gaam→ Infocity→ Sector-16→ Sector-24→ Mahatma Mandir 

Violet Line: GNLU to GIFT City 

The Violet Line is a 5.4 km spur branching off the Yellow Line at GNLU (Gujarat National Law University), serving PDEU (Pandit Deendayal Energy University) and terminating at GIFT City. Inaugurated in September 2024, it connects Gujarat's emerging financial and technology hub directly to the metro grid. 

GNLU → PDEU→ GIFT City 

NCMC Card Required for Cross-Phase Travel 

Token tickets and standard CSC smart cards cannot be used for journeys crossing the Phase 1/Phase 2 boundary. For travel from Ahmedabad to Gandhinagar or GIFT City, you must use an NCMC (National Common Mobility Card) / RuPay card. NCMC also gives a 10% discount on all journeys. 

Old High Court Station:

Every journey that crosses between the east–west and north–south corridors goes through Old High Court station. This elevated interchange serves both the Blue Line and the Red Line with four platforms across two lines. For travellers heading onward to Gandhinagar, change at Old High Court (Blue ↔ Red), then at Motera Stadium (Red ↔ Yellow). 

Ahmedabad Metro fare 2026: complete price chart 

The Ahmedabad Metro uses a distance-based fare slab system. There are five slabs for single-journey tokens. The maximum token fare is ₹25. NCMC cardholders receive a flat 10% discount on every trip. 

Free travel 

Children below 90 cm (approximately 3 feet) in height travel free when accompanied by an adult. 

Ahmedabad Metro timings and schedule 

Metro schedule — all 7 days including public holidays 

Technical specifications 

Understanding how the metro is built helps explain its reliability and capacity. 

Ridership growth: from 35,000 to 51 million 

Ahmedabad Metro ridership has grown dramatically since launch. In FY 2025–26, the network carried 51 million passengers — a 31.1% year-on-year increase. Average daily ridership now stands at approximately 1.29 lakh passengers per day. The metro has recorded a cumulative total of over 10.38 crore passengers since March 2019. 

Ahmedabad Metro Phase 3: Expansion Plans (2026 onwards) 

GMRC is advancing three parallel expansion corridors under a single General Engineering Consultancy mandate, signalling simultaneous rather than sequential development. 

Airport Metro: What We Know 

The proposed airport spur will run from Koteshwar Road to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (SVPIA). The route will be elevated from Koteshwar Road to Taj Hotel Circle, then go underground to terminate inside the airport. Construction timelines have not yet been officially confirmed. 

How it started: a brief history 

2003 

Gujarat Infrastructure Development Board commissions feasibility study for Ahmedabad–Gandhinagar urban transport. 

2005 

DPR submitted; project shelved in favour of Ahmedabad BRTS and suburban railway. Estimated cost: ₹4,295 crore. 

2015 

Phase 1 construction begins. 

4 March 2019 

First metro train runs — PM Modi inaugurates Vastral Gam to Apparel Park (Blue Line), 6 km. 

30 September 2022 

Red Line inaugurated — APMC to Motera Stadium (18.87 km, 15 stations). Full Phase 1 Blue Line also opened (Apparel Park to Thaltej, 13.34 km). 

16 September 2024 

Yellow Line + Violet Line inaugurated — Motera to Sector-1 Gandhinagar (15.4 km) and GNLU to GIFT City spur (5.4 km). 

8 December 2024 

Blue Line fully completed — Thaltej to Thaltej Gam (1.4 km) added. 

11 January 2026 

Yellow Line fully open — PM Modi inaugurates final section, Sachivalaya to Mahatma Mandir (5.36 km), completing the Ahmedabad–Gandhinagar corridor. 

2026 onwards 

Phase 2A (airport), Phase 2B (GIFT City ext.), Phase 3A (Blue Line ext.) in design and tendering. 

Practical information for commuters 

• Smart Card (CSC): Available at all stations for ₹100 (₹50 security deposit + ₹50 preloaded value). Recharge at counters or via the GMRC app. 

• NCMC / RuPay card: Required for cross-phase travel (Ahmedabad ↔ Gandhinagar / GIFT City). Also gives a 10% discount on all journeys. 

• Ladies Coach: Every train has a dedicated women's coach. All coaches have reserved seating for senior citizens and differently abled passengers. 

• Accessibility: All 54 stations have ramps, elevators, tactile paths, and wheelchair spaces. Staff assistance is available on request. 

• Luggage limit: 25 kg per passenger, within 80 cm × 50 cm × 30 cm. All luggage screened at entry. 

• Prohibited: Eating, drinking, smoking, chewing tobacco inside trains and on platforms. Pets are not permitted. 

• Feeder connectivity: AMTS and BRTS bus connections available at major interchange stations. Auto-rickshaws and e-rickshaws stand at most stations for last-mile travel. 

• Parking: Available at select peripheral stations including Thaltej Gam, Vastral Gam, and APMC. 

FAQ

What is the metro opening time in Ahmedabad? 

The first Ahmedabad Metro train departs at 6:20 AM. The last train runs at 10:05 PM. Services run every day including Sundays and all public holidays — there is no separate Sunday schedule. 

What is the Ahmedabad Metro ticket price in 2026? 

Fares are distance-based: ₹5 for up to 3 stops · ₹10 for 4–6 stops · ₹15 for 7–10 stops · ₹20 for 11–15 stops · ₹25 for 16 or more stops. The maximum single-journey token fare is ₹25. NCMC cardholders get 10% off. The Tourist Daily Pass costs ₹100 for unlimited rides. 

How many lines does Ahmedabad Metro have in 2026?  

Ahmedabad Metro has 4 operational lines in 2026: the Blue Line (east–west, Thaltej Gam to Vastral Gam), the Red Line (north–south, APMC to Motera Stadium), the Yellow Line (Motera Stadium to Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar), and the Violet Line spur (GNLU to GIFT City). Many older guides incorrectly list only 3 lines. 

How do I travel from Ahmedabad to Gandhinagar by metro? 

Take the Red Line to Motera Stadium, then change to the Yellow Line toward Mahatma Mandir. If you are coming from the Blue Line (east–west corridor), change at Old High Court first to join the Red Line. You must use an NCMC card for this cross-phase journey — token tickets do not work. The full journey from central Ahmedabad to Mahatma Mandir takes approximately 45–50 minutes. 

How do I reach GIFT City by metro from Ahmedabad? 

Take the Red Line north to Motera Stadium, change to the Yellow Line, and alight at GNLU. Then board the Violet Line spur toward GIFT City. This is a cross-phase journey requiring an NCMC / RuPay card — token tickets and CSC smart cards are not valid for this route. 

What is the Thaltej to Vastral metro route and how long does it take? 

The Thaltej Gam to Vastral Gam route runs entirely on the Blue Line (East–West Corridor) across 21.2 km and 18 stations. End-to-end journey time is approximately 40 minutes. Key stops include Gujarat University, Commerce Six Roads, Old High Court, and Kalupur Railway Station. 

Is there a metro station near Ahmedabad Airport? 

Not yet. The airport metro spur (Phase 2A) is currently in the design and tendering stage as of 2026. It will run approximately 5 km from Koteshwar Road to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (SVPIA). Construction timelines have not been officially announced. Until then, autos, cabs, and the BRTS remain the primary airport connections. 

What is the Ahmedabad Metro Phase 3 status? 

As of April 2026, GMRC has floated tenders for a General Engineering Consultant covering three corridors simultaneously: Phase 2A (airport spur, ~5 km), Phase 2B (Violet Line extension from GIFT City to Shahpur Circle, 3.33 km), and Phase 3A (Blue Line extension from Thaltej Gam to Godhavi, ~8 km). All three are in the design and planning phase. Construction start dates are not yet confirmed. 

Which Ahmedabad Metro station is closest to Sabarmati Ashram? 

Gandhigram station on the Red Line is the nearest metro stop to Sabarmati Ashram (Gandhi Ashram). From Gandhigram, it is a short auto-rickshaw ride or a walkable distance to the ashram. The same station also gives access to the Sabarmati Riverfront. 

Conclusion 

The Ahmedabad Metro has transformed from a 6 km pilot in 2019 into a 67.56 km, four-line network carrying over 51 million passengers a year. With the Yellow Line fully connecting Ahmedabad to Gandhinagar, the Violet Line serving GIFT City, and Phase 3 corridors in active planning, the system is moving well beyond its original ambition. 

For daily commuters, the reliable schedule, 99.84% punctuality, and affordable fares make the metro the most predictable way to move across the city. For visitors, the Tourist Daily Pass at ₹100 unlocks nearly every major landmark in one ride. And for the city's future, Phase 3's airport spur and GIFT City loop signal that the most consequential chapters are still ahead.