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Kochi Metro Line 1 Overview
Line 1 of Kochi Metro runs about 28 km from Aluva to Tripunithura Terminal with 25 stations, connecting Kalamassery, Edappally, Kaloor, M.G. Road, Ernakulam South and Vyttila. Operated by Kochi Metro Rail Limited, it opened on 17 June 2017 and was completed on 6 March 2024. It integrates with the Kochi Water Metro and feeder buses. Explore the Kochi Metro Line 1 route map, full station list, interchange stations, fares, first and last train timings, travel time between stations and top attractions nearby.
Line 1 Station List 2026 (25 Active)
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Aluva
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Pulinchodu
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Companypady
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Ambattukavu
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Muttom
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Kalamassery Town
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Cochin University
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Pathadipalam
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Edappally
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Changampuzha Park
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Palarivattom
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JLN Stadium
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Kaloor
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Town Hall
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MG Road
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Maharajas College
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Ernakulam South
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Kadavanthra
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Elamkulam
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Vyttila
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Thykoodam
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Petta
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Vadakkekotta
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SN Junction
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Tripunithura Terminal
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Line 1 Route Map 2026
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Line 1 History, Facts & Expansion
- Kochi Metro Line 1 was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 17 June 2017, with the Aluva-Palarivattom section.
- The line now runs about 28 km from Aluva to Tripunithura Terminal with 25 stations.
- It was extended in stages to Maharaja's College (October 2017), Thaikoodam (September 2019) and Tripunithura Terminal (6 March 2024).
- Trains run as three-car sets with CBTC signalling.
- Vyttila station is integrated with the Vyttila Mobility Hub and the Kochi Water Metro.
- Kochi Metro was among the first metros in India to employ transgender persons in its workforce.
- Kochi Metro uses 3-coach Alstom Metropolis trains made in India.
- It was the first metro in India to integrate with a water transport system (Kochi Water Metro).
- Its depot is at Muttom near Aluva.
- Several stations are themed on Kerala's culture and nature.
Kochi Metro Line 1 Phase-wise Expansion
Phase 1 (2017-2019) (Completed)
Aluva-Palarivattom in June 2017, Palarivattom-Maharaja's College in October 2017, and Maharaja's College-Thaikoodam in September 2019.
Phase 1A and 1B (2020-2024) (Completed)
Thaikoodam-Petta (2020), Petta-SN Junction (2022) and SN Junction-Tripunithura Terminal (6 March 2024).
Phase 2: JLN Stadium-Infopark (Kakkanad) (Under construction)
About 11.2 km with 11 stations, expected around 2027.
Phase 3: Aluva-Angamaly via Airport (DPR stage)
About 16 km, cost over Rs 8,000 crore.
Line 1 FAQs
Kochi Metro Line 1 consists of 25 stations. Line 1 operates over a length of approximately 23.8 km from Aluva to Pettah.
Kochi Metro Line 1 does not have any interchange stations connecting to other metro lines, as it is currently the only operational metro line in Kochi.
Yes, the Kochi Metro Line 1 is operational today. It runs as per its scheduled time. However, for any updates regarding delays or maintenance work, it is advisable to check the official website or app of Kochi Metro Rail Corporation Limited (KMRL).
Kochi Metro Line 1 Timings
Kochi Metro Line 1 runs on regular schedule throughout the week between Aluva and Tripunithura Terminal.
Kochi Metro Line 1 Timings from Monday to Saturday:
- First train: 06:00:00 AM (Aluva to Tripunithura Terminal) | 06:00:00 AM (Tripunithura Terminal to Aluva)
- Last train: 22:30:00 PM
Kochi Metro Line 1 Timings on Sunday:
- First train: 07:30:00 AM (Aluva to Tripunithura Terminal) | 07:30:00 (Tripunithura Terminal to Aluva
- Last train: 22:30:00 PM
Kochi Metro Line 1 is connected to the Indian Railways at Aluva metro station, which provides access to Chennai Aluva railway station.
To reach Kochi International Airport via Kochi Metro Line 1, you can get down at Aluva Metro Station and from there take a feeder bus (Metro Connect) to the airport.
No, you can only have one Kochi1 card in your name. If you want a new card, you must cancel or stop using the old card.
The closest Kochi Metro station to Centre Square Mall is Maharaja’s College Metro Station. It is about 200 metres away from the mall.
To get from Ernakulam South to Edappally by Kochi Metro, take the metro from Maharaja’s College Metro Station which will take you directly to Edappally Metro Station.
The closest metro station to Lulu Mall in Kochi is Edappally Metro Station. It is located right next to the mall.
Palarivattom Metro Station on Kochi Metro Line 1 is the closest station to Kakkanad.
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