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Lucknow Metro Red Line Overview
The Red Line is a metro line of the Lucknow Metro, a rapid transit system in Lucknow, India. It consists of 21 active stations of all Lucknow Metro network. Explore Red 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 Lucknow Metro route, first/last train timings, metro route map, fare chart, interchange, top tourist attractions near a metro station, metro news and more.
Red Line Station List 2026 (21 Active)
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CCS Airport
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Amausi
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Transport Nagar
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Krishna Nagar
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Singar Nagar
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Alambagh
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Alambagh Bus Stand
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Mawaiya
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Durgapuri
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Charbagh
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Hussainganj
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Sachivalaya
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Hazratganj
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KD Singh Babu Stadium
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Lucknow University
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IT College
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Badshah Nagar
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Lekhraj Market
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Bhootnath Market
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Indira Nagar
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Munshipulia
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Red Line History, Facts & Expansion
- Lucknow Metro Line 1, also known as North–South Corridor, is a rapid transit line of Lucknow Metro.
- This line connects Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport in the south to Munshi Pulia in the north, covering a distance of approximately 22.87 kilometres.
- Line 1 has a total of 21 stations, including Transport Nagar, Krishna Nagar, Alambagh, Hazratganj and Charbagh.
- Lucknow Metro Line 1 was inaugurated on September 5, 2017 by the then Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath.
- The line initially operated with Alstom Metropolis trains, which are air-conditioned and designed for rapid transit systems.
- Lucknow Metro train has four coaches and its maximum speed is 90 km/hr.
- During peak hours, the metro service operates at a remarkably low speed, with trains available every 5 minutes and 30 seconds.
Lucknow Metro Red Line Extension in Phase I
The Uttar Pradesh government is working on a plan to extend the Red Line of the Lucknow Metro. On one side, the line will extend from CCS Airport to Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI), and on the other side, it will run from Munshipulia to Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow. After completion, the corridor will cover a total distance of 23 km, connecting Amausi Airport to Munshipulia. The extension will include 22 stations, of which 19 will be elevated and 3 underground.
Red Line FAQs
The Red Line of Lucknow Metro has 21 stations. The Red Line is approximately 22.87 km long which connects Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Munshipulia.
Charbagh railway station on the Lucknow Metro Red Line serves as an interchange, connecting the metro system to Lucknow Charbagh railway station.
Yes, the Lucknow Metro Red Line 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 Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC).
Lucknow Metro Red Line Timings
Lucknow Metro Red Line runs on regular schedule throughout the week between CCS Airport and Munshipulia.
Lucknow Metro Red Line Timings from Monday to Saturday:
- First train: 06:00:00 AM CCS Airport to Munshipulia) | 06:00:00 AM (Munshipulia to CCS Airport)
- Last train: 22:00:00 PM
Lucknow Metro Red Line Timings on Sunday:
- First train: 06:00:00 AM CCS Airport to Munshipulia) | 06:00:00 (Munshipulia to CCS Airport
- Last train: 22:30:00 PM
Charbagh metro station on the Red Line of the Lucknow Metro is connected to the Indian Railways, which provides access to Lucknow Junction railway station.
To go from Charbagh to Krishna Nagar, take a train from Charbagh station on the Lucknow Metro Red Line and get down at Krishna Nagar station. It is on a direct line and is very easy to travel from.
To go to Lucknow Airport (CCS International Airport), take the Red Line metro from Charbagh Metro Station and go straight to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport Metro Station. This is the last station on the Red Line, and the journey takes about 20 minutes.
The nearest metro station to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (CCS Airport) is CCS Airport Metro Station, which is the last station of the Lucknow Metro Red Line. It is directly connected to the airport terminal, so passengers can easily use the metro.
The Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) has proposed to extend the existing Red Line from Munshipulia to Jankipuram, covering a distance of 6.450 km.
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