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Lucknow Metro Network
Total Stations
21 Active / 12 Inactive
Total Metro Lines
1 Active / 1 Inactive
Train Coaches
4 Coaches
Operation Started
27 September 2014
Lucknow Metro Overview
Hop on a Lucknow Metro Metro train for a convenient, fast, and eco-friendly way to explore Lucknow and its neighbouring areas. With well-defined routes and an easy-to-navigate route map, the Lucknow Metro is a popular public transit system and a preferred mode of travel to visit top attractions in and around Lucknow. At present there are 21 active metro stations. YoMetro helps you with information such as Lucknow Metro route, service updates, timings, first/last train schedule, metro route map, fare charts, ticket details, interchange, top attractions near metro stations, and metro news.
Lucknow Metro Map 2026
View the complete Lucknow Metro Map 2026 showing all lines, stations, interchanges, and route connectivity to help you plan a smooth and efficient metro journey in Lucknow.
Lucknow Metro Fare Chart & Discounts
Check the latest Lucknow Metro Fare Chart showing Normal Fare, discounted Smart Card Fare, and Special Day Fare (if avilable) based on distance or station-wise slabs to easily estimate metro travel expenses in Lucknow.
Station-based Fare Rules
| Station (Count) | Normal Fare | Smart Card Fare | Special Day Fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 - 1 | ₹10.00 | ₹9.00 | ₹10.00 |
| 2 - 2 | ₹15.00 | ₹13.50 | ₹15.00 |
| 3 - 6 | ₹20.00 | ₹18.00 | ₹20.00 |
| 7 - 9 | ₹30.00 | ₹27.00 | ₹30.00 |
| 10 - 13 | ₹40.00 | ₹36.00 | ₹40.00 |
| 14 - 17 | ₹50.00 | ₹45.00 | ₹50.00 |
| 18 - Above | ₹60.00 | ₹54.00 | ₹60.00 |
Card / Ticket Discounts
| Product Name | Price | Discount | User Type | Get From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Go Smart Card | ₹200.00 | 10.00% | All | Ticket counter window |
Lucknow Metro Lines & Terminal Stations 2026
Check the Lucknow Metro Lines with Terminal Stations to better understand metro line routes, interchanges, and connectivity details of the metro network in Lucknow.
Line Status: Active Under Construction Approved In Plan
| Metro Lines | Terminal Station | Line Status |
|---|---|---|
| Red | CCS Airport ⇄ Munshipulia | |
| Blue | Charbagh ⇄ Vasant Kunj |
Lucknow Metro History, Facts and Expansion Plan
Get insights into Lucknow Metro history, notable facts, and expansion plans, explaining its evolution, infrastructure growth, and future connectivity improvements in Lucknow Metro.
- Lucknow Metro is a mass rapid transit (MRT) system in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.
- The original design of the metro project included one north-south corridor and one east-west corridor, with links through Gomti Nagar.
- In September 2008, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) submitted a concept paper after the Lucknow Metro Rail Project was proposed by the Government of Uttar Pradesh, headed by Chief Minister Mayawati.
- In February 2009, an agreement was signed between DMRC and the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA).
- In June 2013, Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav and the state cabinet gave clearance and approval for the creation of the Lucknow Metro Rail Corporation (LMRC).
- In August 2013, the Government of Uttar Pradesh approved the revised Detailed Project Report (DPR) submitted by DMRC.
- The construction phase of Lucknow Metro began in December 2013.
- In March 2014, the foundation stone for the Lucknow Metro project was laid by the state government.
- On 27 September 2014, construction of the Lucknow Metro Red Line commenced.
- On 22 December 2015, the Union Cabinet approved the construction of Rail Project Phase-1A.
- By 18 September 2016, 90% of the work on Rail Project Phase-1A had been completed.
- On 8 March 2019, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the full stretch of the Red Line of Lucknow Metro.
- Construction of the line began on 27 September 2014, and it commenced commercial operations on 5 September 2017.
- Lucknow Metro Rail Corporation (LMRC) has been renamed the Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC).
- Lucknow Metro services start at 6:00 AM (first train), and the last train operates at 10:00 PM.
- UPMRC provides free RO drinking water, toilets, escalators, and lifts at all stations.
- Wi-Fi is available at all stations, with free access for GoSmart cardholders.
- The GoSmart Card can be used for non-transport transactions integrated with Lucknow Metro.
- The GoSmart Card is also valid for other metros in Uttar Pradesh, such as Kanpur, Varanasi, Meerut, Agra, Allahabad, Gorakhpur, and Jhansi.
- Token Vending Machines (TVMs) and Add Value Machines (AVMs) have been installed at all stations.
- Lucknow Metro invites people to become 'Metro Marvels' by registering. This unique initiative offers an opportunity to be part of the UPMRC family and share moments of joy and pride with Lucknow Metro.
- In January 2017, the Hindi film "Behen Hogi Teri" became the first movie to shoot scenes on the metro premises.
- Lucknow Metro's security operates on a hybrid model. The Uttar Pradesh Police has raised a dedicated squad of 393 personnel for this purpose from PAC.
- The metro can accommodate speeds up to 90 km/h (56 mph), but typical operating speeds range between 32 km/h and 35 km/h.
- The train's front design reflects the spirit of the fabulous Rumi Gate, Bara Imambara, and Asifi Masjid.
- The train’s exterior is a tribute to the cultural richness of Lucknow.
- Fines range from ₹50 to ₹5,000 or imprisonment, depending on the category of the offense.
Lucknow Metro Network Expansion Plan: Phase I
The Uttar Pradesh government has approved the construction of the 11.165 km long East-West Corridor connecting Charbagh to Vasant Kunj of the Lucknow Metro, known as the Blue Line or Phase 1B. The corridor will have a total of 12 stations, including seven underground and five elevated stations. The project is expected to be operational by June 30, 2027.
Additionally, the existing Red Line is also being extended. On one side, the line will go from CCR Airport to Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SJPGI), while on the other side it will extend from Munshipulia to National Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS).
Lucknow Metro FAQs
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Lucknow Metro News & Updates
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Lucknow Metro on Monday launched a QR-code based ticketing system, which will enable commuters to book tickets directly from their mobile phones and travel conveniently on the metro network. Under the new system, commuters can purchase QR tickets through the official mobile app of Lucknow Metro, which is available on both Android and iOS platforms. The digital QR ticket generated through the app can be scanned at the yellow striped Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) gates.
The second phase of the Lucknow Metro has received a major boost with the allocation of Rs 1,450 crore for the project in the Union Budget 2026-27, paving the way for construction work to begin in the coming months. Officials expect work on the Charbagh-Basant Kunj corridor to begin within three months, and tenders have already been finalized. The Phase II (Phase-1B) corridor will cover a distance of 11.16 kilometers from Charbagh to Basant Kunj. The corridor will have 12 stations, including seven underground and five elevated stations.
उत्तर प्रदेश मेट्रो रेल कॉर्पोरेशन (UPMRCL) ने लखनऊ मेट्रो के फेज़ 1B के लिए सिविल कॉन्ट्रैक्ट के लिए टेंडर मंगाए हैं। कॉन्ट्रैक्ट में ठाकुरगंज मेट्रो स्टेशन से वसंत कुंज मेट्रो स्टेशन (स्टेशन सहित लगभग 4.6 km लंबाई) तक मेन लाइन एलिवेटेड वायडक्ट का डिज़ाइन और कंस्ट्रक्शन शामिल है, जिसमें वायडक्ट और डिपो के एंट्री/एग्जिट पॉइंट को जोड़ने वाले रैंप (लगभग 740.00 m) का कंस्ट्रक्शन, और ठाकुरगंज, बालागंज, सरफराजगंज, मूसाबाग और वसंत कुंज नाम के पांच एलिवेटेड मेट्रो स्टेशन बनाना शामिल है। इसमें सिविल काम, उससे जुड़े सहायक स्ट्रक्चर, PEB स्ट्रक्चर, आर्किटेक्चरल काम, पानी की सप्लाई, सफाई, ड्रेनेज, बाहरी डेवलपमेंट, फायर फाइटिंग, और रिपेयर और मेंटेनेंस का काम शामिल है। यह काम लखनऊ, उत्तर प्रदेश, भारत में लखनऊ मेट्रो के फेज़ 1B के तहत किया जाएगा।
लखनऊ मुंशी पुलिया से एयरपोर्ट जाने वाली एक मेट्रो सेवा के ब्रेक अचानक जाम हो गए। इस कारण मेट्रो में सवार यात्रियों में हड़कंप मच गया। सूचना मिलते ही मेट्रो की तकनीकी टीम मौके पर पहुंची और करीब 15 मिनट की मशक्कत के बाद जाम ब्रेक को मैन्यूअल तरीके से रिलीज किया। मेट्रो अधिकारियों के मुताबिक तकनीकी समस्या के कारण ब्रेक जाम हुए थे। इस कारण 15 मिनट यह मेट्रो सेवा प्रभावित हुई। इस बीच दूसरी मेट्रो सेवाओं को दूसरे प्लेटफार्म पर चलाया गया।
The Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) has announced an ambitious plan to develop a massive 1,575-kilometer metro network across Uttar Pradesh by 2047. UPMRC Managing Director Sushil Kumar unveiled the comprehensive blueprint during the "Developed Uttar Pradesh for Developed India @ 2047" seminar. The initial phase will focus on expanding the metro system in the state's three established metro cities, with 225 kilometers planned for Lucknow, 200 kilometers for Kanpur, and 100 kilometers for Agra. Additionally, the plan proposes a 150-kilometer network each in Noida-Greater Noida, Varanasi, and Prayagraj. 50 kilometers of metro network are planned in key districts such as Gorakhpur, Ayodhya, and Meerut. Approximately 790 kilometers of this metro infrastructure is targeted to be completed by 2035. Emphasizing the project's financial viability, Kumar stated that the state government's annual contribution for the initial 525 kilometers of expansion will be ₹1,040 crore.
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