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The Kanpur Metro is a rapid transit system serving the city of Kanpur in India. Currently Kanpur Metro network has 9 active stations. Find important and useful information like Kanpur Metro route, metro lines, service operation timings, first train, last train, route map, fare chart, top attractions near metro station, metro station nearby, news and more.

OperatorUttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC)
Operation Start28 December 2021
Number of Lines1 Active Lines
1 Inactive Lines
Train Length3 Coaches
No. of Stations9 Active Stations
22 Inactive Stations
Metro Timings⏱ Starting | Ending
06:00 AM | 10:00 PM

Kanpur Metro Lines & Terminal Stations 2024

Status: AC = Active, UC = Under Construction, AP = Approved for Construction, PL = In Plan

Metro LinesStatusTerminal Stations
◙ Orange Line✓ ACIIT Kanpur ⇄ Motijheel
◙ Blue Line✕ UCAgriculture University ⇄ Barra 8

Kanpur Metro Route Map 2024

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Kanpur Metro Fare Chart 2024

No. of StationsMetro Token FareGoSmart Card Fare
1 StationRs. 10Rs. 9
2 StationsRs. 15Rs. 13.5
3 to 6 StationsRs. 20Rs. 18
7 to 9 StationsRs. 30Rs. 27

Please note:

  • Get 10% discount on every journey using GoSmart Card.
  • Tourist Card available in denomination of Rs. 100 (for unlimited travel for 1 day) and Rs. 250 (for unlimited travel for 3 days).
  • Refundable security deposit of Rs. 100 paybale at the time of purchase.

Interesting Facts about Kanpur Metro

  • Kanpur Metro is managed by and owned by Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation a joint venture between Kanpur Metro in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh.
  • Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation other metro projects in the state are also under construction now such as Agra Metro, Meerut Metro, Varanasi Metro, Prayagraj Metro, Gorakhpur Metro.
  • Kanpur Metro Construction of the line began on September 2015, which began its commercial operation on 28 December 2021.
  • Kanpur metro has also provided free RO drinking water, toilets, escalators, and lifts at all the stations.
  • WiFi is available at each station with free access for smart cardholders.
  • The metro could accommodate speeds up to 90 km/h (56 mph) but the typical usage would be at speeds between 32 KM/H to 35 KM/H.
  • GoSmart card can be used for non-transport (integrated with Kanpur metro) transactions of Kanpur.
  • GoSmart card can be used for other Metros of Uttar Pradesh like Lucknow, Varanasi, Meerut, Agra, Allahabad, Gorakhpur, and Jhansi).
  • Token Vending Machine (TVM) and Add Value Machine (AVM) have been installed at all the stations.
  • The first metro trainset was taken as a trial run from the assembling area to the depot. Testing of the trainset's doors and signals were also taken, as of 25 October.
  • The estimated cost of the Kanpur Metro entire projects is 11,076.48 crore, out of which the cost of the priority section has been Rs 2,100 crore. While the European Investment Bank (EIB) has sanctioned a loan of Rs 5,551.99 cr (Euro 650 million), the remaining cost is being shared by the Union and the state governments.

About Kanpur Metro

  • The Kanpur Metro is a mass rapid transit (MRT) system in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India.
  • The metro is owned and operated by the Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC).
  • In September 2015 Proposed formation of Kanpur Metro Rail Corporation.
  • In Mar 2016, Uttar Pradesh Government approves the Detail Project Report.
  • In Sep 2018, Detailed Project Report sent by Uttar Pradesh Government to the central government.
  • In Nov 2019, CM of Uttar Pradesh Yogi Adityanath formally inaugurates civil work for Kanpur Metro.
  • In July 2021, The construction of IIT Metro Station, the first metro station of the priority section of Kanpur Metro, is almost complete.
  • In November 2021 Uttar pradesh cheif minister Yogi Adityanath to flag off Kanpur Metro trial run on the entire priority Corridor on 10 November, as of 8 November.
  • In December 2021, India's Prime Minister Narender Modi inaugurated the start of commercial operations of Kanpur Metro on 28 December.

Kanpur Metro News & Updates:

◷ 2024-12-02
☍ Hindustan times
The Pune Metro Line-3 project from Hinjewadi to Shivajinagar is expected to be completed by March 2025. The project is being executed by the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) and Pune IT City Metro Rail Limited (PITCMRL). So far, 60% of the work has been completed. This metro line will be 23.2 km long, consisting of 923 pillars and 23 stations.
◷ 2024-11-30
☍ live mint
Metro services between Jahangirpuri to Samaypur Badli will be closed every night from 10:45 pm to 7:02 am from the night of November 30-December 1, 2024 to the night of December 8-9. During this time, Samaypur Badli, Rohini Sector 18-19, and Haiderpur Badli Mor stations will remain closed. However, metro services between Jahangirpuri and Millennium City Centre (Gurugram) will run normally during regular daytime.
◷ 2024-11-30
☍ Jagran
Services between Keshav Puram and Rithala stations will not be available after 11:00 pm from the night of November 30/December 1 to the night of December 3-4.
◷ 2024-11-29
☍ News9live
The Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL) plans to start operations on the second phase of the Metro 3 Aqua Line between Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) and Cuffe Parade by May 2025. Metro 3 is a 33.5 km long underground corridor running from Colaba to Seepz, with 27 stations, of which 26 are underground and one is at grade.
◷ 2024-11-29
☍ Moneycontrol
Bengaluru's Airport Metro (Blue Line) will open in two phases by 2026. Four of the six coaches of each Blue Line metro train will have luggage racks for passengers travelling to KIA. The Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) terminal-Hebbal section will open first between June and September 2026, followed by the Hebbal-KR Pura section within a few months in December.
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Kanpur Metro FAQs

𝒜. In the Kanpur metro children below 3 feet (90 cms) height are allowed to travel free if accompanied by an adult. Children above 3 feet (90 cms) will be charged full fare.

𝒜. Luggage up to a maximum weight of 15 Kg and dimensions of up to 60 cm x 45 cm x 25 cm is permitted with a commuter.

𝒜. When entering the system, customers should hold their children and fold strollers.

𝒜. Professional photography/videography can only be done if permitted by the management for special purposes. Request/ application for professional photography/videography at Station premises/ trains, must be sent to

𝒜. Probihated items in Kanpur metro are the use of fire, firecrackers, firing, explosives, alcohol, narcotics, contraband, radioactive substances, hazardous chemicals/materials or any other item prohibited under law is not permitted, including narcotic drugs and psychoactive substances.

𝒜. Children below 3 feet (90 cms) height are allowed to travel free if accompanied by an adult. Children above 3 feet (90 cms) will be charged full fare.

𝒜. First Aid facility is available at all stations. For emergency, ambulance service is arranged through calling 108 ambulance services for sick passengers.

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