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25
Stations
25 Active
23.8 km
Line Length

Kochi Metro Line 1 Overview

The Line 1 Line is a metro line of the Kochi Metro, a rapid transit system in Kochi, India. It consists of 25 active stations of all Kochi Metro network. Explore Line 1 Line metro route details, also stations list, route map, interchange, fares, time and distance between source and destination, and top attractions nearby etc. YoMetro helps you with information about the Kochi Metro route, first/last train timings, metro route map, fare chart, interchange, top tourist attractions near a metro station, metro news and more.

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Line 1 History, Facts & Expansion

  • Phase I of the Kochi Metro consists of a single line, which was first operationalized on June 17, 2017. Also known as Aluva-Palarivattom-Cochin Shipyard section
  • This line covers a distance of 25.612 kilometers from Aluva to Pettah. It has a total of 22 stations, including major stops like Edappally, Kaloor, MG Road and Cochin University.
  • The line consists of both elevated and underground sections. The underground extension between Maharaja's College and Ernakulam South stations is about 1 kilometer long.
  • Under Phase I, the line is being extended beyond Pettah to Tripunithura Terminal, and the extension will add three stations and about 1.1 km length.

Kochi Metro Line 1 Phase 2 Extension

Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) has proposed to extend the Blue Line to Cochin International Airport and Infopark, the city's IT hub. The extension to the airport is planned to begin in Aluva, follow National Highway 544 to Alina Valavu near Akaparambu, then follow Kariyad-Airport-Mattur Road to the airport. It will then continue along Angamaly-Airport Road to MC Road and finally extend to Angamaly. This extension is expected to cover a distance of approximately 15 kilometers and add five new stations.

Similarly, the extension towards Infopark will span approximately 10 kilometers, adding three new stations. Construction work for the airport extension is estimated to begin in 2024, with a target completion by 2026. Construction of the Infopark extension is planned to begin in 2025 and be completed by 2027.

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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