Find fare, travel time & distance on the Blue Line — India's first CBTC metro & world's first transit system run by women, from Aluva to Tripunithura.
| Zone | Distance from Origin | Fare (Token) |
|---|---|---|
| F1 | Up to 2 km | ₹10 |
| F2 | 2 – 5 km | ₹20 |
| F3 | 5 – 10 km | ₹30 |
| F4 | 10 – 15 km | ₹40 |
| F5 | 15 – 20 km | ₹50 |
| F6 | Beyond 20 km | ₹60 |
Kochi Metro operates from 6:00 AM to 10:30 PM Monday to Saturday. On Sundays, the first train starts at 7:30 AM. Services are extended to 11 PM or later during festivals like Onam, Christmas, and New Year. On special occasions, services have run until 1:30 AM.
Kochi Metro fare is zone-based (F1–F6): up to 2 km = ₹10, 2–5 km = ₹20, 5–10 km = ₹30, 10–15 km = ₹40, 15–20 km = ₹50, beyond 20 km = ₹60. WhatsApp tickets get 10% discount. Non-peak hour tickets get up to 50% discount. Single tickets are valid for 90 minutes from purchase.
Yes! Kochi Metro is the world's first transit system to have all administrative functions handled by women. KMRL also employs Kudumbashree workers and members of the transgender community, making it a global model for inclusive and diverse employment in public transport.
The Blue Line has 25 operational stations from Aluva to Tripunithura Terminal, spanning 25.16 km. The latest station — Tripunithura Terminal — was inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi on March 6, 2024. Phase 2 (Pink Line, 11.2 km, 11 stations) is under construction with completion expected by November 2026.
There is no direct metro to the airport. From Aluva station, take the KMRL feeder shuttle bus at ₹50 per person, running every 40 minutes. First bus from Aluva: 5:40 AM, last bus from airport: 10:30 PM. Phase 3 plans to extend the metro directly to the airport via NH 544.
Get down at Edapally metro station. A dedicated elevated walkway connects directly from the station to Lulu Mall, making it Kerala's most convenient mall access by public transport.
Ernakulam South metro station is directly connected to Ernakulam Junction Railway Station at walkable distance, providing seamless metro-rail connectivity.
Town Hall metro station is the closest to the Ernakulam Town (North) Railway Station, within easy walking distance.
You can connect to Kochi Water Metro from Ernakulam South metro station (short auto ride to Ernakulam Jetty) or via the Vytila Mobility Hub which integrates metro, buses, and water metro in one terminal.
The Kochi1 Card (Axis Bank partnership) is a multimodal smart card for metro, buses, and water metro. For WhatsApp ticketing, save +91 90486 90486 and book tickets for a 10% discount. Non-peak hour tickets via WhatsApp get up to 50% off. The Kochi1 app also enables ticket booking and card management.
Yes! Kochi Metro is the first metro in India to use Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC) signalling, which allows trains to operate with minimal human intervention, improving safety and efficiency. It also holds the record as the fastest completed metro project in India — built in just 4 years.
The Vytila Mobility Hub is Kochi's premier integrated transport terminal. The Vytila metro station connects metro with KSRTC and private long-distance buses, city buses, and Kochi Water Metro — making it the most connected mobility point in the city.
Phase 2 Pink Line runs from JLN Stadium to Infopark II in Kakkanad, 11.2 km, 11 stations. Stations include Palarivattom Junction, Palarivattom Signal, Chembumukku, Vazhakkala, Kakkanad Junction, SEZ, Rajagiri, Infopark I, and Infopark II. Completion expected by November 2026. It will connect Kochi's major IT hub at Kakkanad.
Take the metro to Maharaja's College or Ernakulam South station. From there, take an auto/taxi to the main boat jetty (Ernakulam Jetty) and catch a ferry to Fort Kochi for a scenic heritage experience.
Yes! Kochi Metro allows bicycles on the train in dedicated spaces in the first and last coaches. This initiative promotes eco-friendly last-mile connectivity — a unique feature among Indian metros.
Yes, paid parking for cars and two-wheelers is available at several stations including Aluva, Kalamassery, CUSAT, Edapally, and SN Junction. Charges and availability vary by station.
Yes, all stations have ramps, elevators, tactile paving on platforms, and dedicated wheelchair spaces inside trains. Kochi Metro has won multiple awards for its inclusive design and universal accessibility.
No. Eating, drinking, smoking, and carrying hazardous materials are strictly prohibited inside trains and on station platforms. Violators may be fined.
Passengers can carry one piece of baggage up to 10 kg. Dimensions must not exceed 60 cm × 45 cm × 25 cm. All luggage passes through security screening at entry gates.
M.G. Road metro station is closest to the northern part of Marine Drive. From there, it is a short walk or auto ride to the scenic Marine Drive walkway along Vembanad Lake.