Surat Metro Route
The Surat Metro is a rapid transit system serving the city of Ahmedabad in Gujarat, India. Currently Surat Metro network has 0 active stations. Find important and useful information like Surat 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.
| Operator | Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited |
| Operation start | December 2027 |
| Number of lines | 2 Metro Lines |
| Train length | 3 Coaches |
Surat Metro Lines & Terminal Stations 2024
| Metro lines | Terminal stations | |
|---|---|---|
| ▣ | Red Line | ⇄ |
| ▣ | Green Line | ⇄ |
Interesting Facts about Surat Metro
- The total number of metro lines in Surat Metro is 2, one is Red and 2nd is Green
- The total number of metro stations is 38 in Phase 1.
- The total length of Surat Metro is 40.35 km in Phase 1.
- The total number of coaches in Surat Metro is 3.
- Surat Metro is a rapid transit system.
- The project is expected to be completed by December 2027 at an estimated cost of ₹12,020.32 crore (US$1.5 billion).
- The foundation of the project was laid on 18 January 2021 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
About Surat Metro
The Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation (GMRC) is currently constructing the Surat Metro, a mass rapid transit system (MRTS) designed to cater to the transportation needs of Surat, the second largest city in Gujarat. The project includes the development of two lines and a total of 37 stations.
Surat Metro Construction work:The Gujarat state government granted approval to the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for Phase 1 of the Surat Metro project in January 2017. Subsequently, in March 2019, the Central Government's cabinet also gave its approval. The DPR, encompasses a network length of 40.35 km. Despite facing a deadline of August 2023, the completion and opening of the first section of the Surat Metro are now anticipated to occur in August 2027. The entire Phase 1 is projected to be finished by December 2027.
Phase 1 of the Surat Metro project encompasses a route length of 41.93 km. It will primarily be funded through a 50:50 equity partnership between the Government of India and the Government of Gujarat. Additionally, the project will secure loans from AFD and KfW (amount undisclosed), with discussions between GMRC and these financial institutions initiated in 2018. The pre-construction activities for Phase 1 of the Surat Metro commenced in the first quarter of 2021.
Surat Metro Fares (Ticket Prices)The fare structure, prices, and rules for Surat Metro have not yet been disclosed. These details will be determined and shared with the public as the commercial operations of the metro system approach. To ensure convenience for commuters, GMRC (Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation) intends to implement advanced technologies for its automatic fare collection (AFC) system. This will enable the use of QR codes and Near Field Communication (NFC) phones to access and utilize the fare collection system.
List of Surat Metro Lines 2023:| Lines | Total Lenght | Total no. of Stations |
| Red Line 1 (Sarthana - DREAM City) | 21.61 km (Approved Line) | 20 |
| Green Line 2 (Bhesan - Saroli) | 18.74 km (Approved Line) | 18 |