Q: How many stations are in the Hyderabad Metro?

There are 57 operational metro stations across the three active lines of the Hyderabad Metro network: 27 stations on the Red Line (Miyapur to LB Nagar), 23 stations on the Blue Line (Nagole to Raidurg), and 9 stations on the Green Line (JBS Parade Ground to MGBS). Ameerpet and MG Bus Station (MGBS) serve as primary interchange transfer stations.

Q: What is the route of the Blue Line metro in Hyderabad?

The Blue Line (Corridor III) runs east-to-west from Nagole to Raidurg over a total distance of 27 km across 23 stations. It connects key eastern hubs (Uppal, Tarnaka), central transit nodes (Secunderabad East, Begumpet, Ameerpet interchange), and western tech corridors (Madhapur, Durgam Cheruvu, HITEC City, and Raidurg/Mindspace IT Park).

Q: Is the Hyderabad Metro closed on Sunday?

No, the Hyderabad Metro is not closed on Sundays . Trains run all 365 days a year, including Sundays and public holidays, between 6:00 AM and 11:00 PM. Trains operate with a slight schedule adjustment during non-peak weekend hours (every 7 to 8 minutes).

Q: Who is faster, train or metro?

Within Hyderabad city limits, the Metro is significantly faster and more predictable than local MMTS trains and road transit. Hyderabad Metro trains operate on dedicated, grade-separated elevated viaducts at speeds up to 80 km/h with high frequencies every 3 to 5 minutes, completely avoiding road congestion. While long-distance Indian Railways trains have higher top speeds, intracity travel across Hyderabad is much quicker by Metro.

Q: When did the hyderabad Metro open?

The Hyderabad Metro was officially inaugurated on November 28, 2017 , by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Public commercial operations began on November 29, 2017 , initially serving the 30 km section from Miyapur to Ameerpet (Red Line) and Ameerpet to Nagole (Blue Line).

Q: How many metro stations are there in Hyderabad?

Hyderabad has 57 operational metro stations across its 3 operational corridors (Red Line: 27 stations, Blue Line: 23 stations, Green Line: 9 stations). Key interchange transfer stations include Ameerpet (connecting Red & Blue lines) and MG Bus Station (connecting Red & Green lines).

Question 1

How many stations are in the Hyderabad Metro?

Accepted Answer

There are 57 operational metro stations across the three active commercial lines of the Hyderabad Metro network:

Red Line (Corridor I): 27 stations connecting Miyapur to LB Nagar (29.21 km)
Blue Line (Corridor III): 23 stations connecting Nagole to Raidurg (27 km)
Green Line (Corridor II): 9 stations connecting JBS Parade Ground to MGBS (11 km)

Ameerpet serves as the interchange between the Red and Blue lines, and MG Bus Station (MGBS) serves as the interchange between the Red and Green lines.

Question 2

Is metro 24 hours in Hyderabad?

Accepted Answer

No, the Hyderabad Metro does not operate 24 hours. Daily commercial train services start at 6:00 AM and the last trains depart from terminal stations at 11:00 PM every night. Intermediate stations like Ameerpet see trains passing through until approximately 11:25 PM to 11:35 PM.

Question 3

What is the price of a ticket on the Hyderabad Metro?

Accepted Answer

Ticket fares on the Hyderabad Metro range from a minimum of ₹11 to a maximum of ₹69 based on distance:

Up to 2 km: ₹11
2 to 4 km: ₹17
4 to 6 km: ₹28
6 to 9 km: ₹39
9 to 12 km: ₹47
12 to 15 km: ₹53
15 to 18 km: ₹58
18 to 21 km: ₹64
Above 26 km: ₹69

Passengers using the contactless Nebula Smart Card receive a 10% discount on all fares.

Question 4

What is the route of the Blue Line metro in Hyderabad?

Accepted Answer

The Blue Line (Corridor III) runs east-to-west from Nagole to Raidurg over a total distance of 27 km across 23 stations. It connects key eastern hubs (Uppal, Tarnaka), central transit nodes (Secunderabad East, Begumpet, Ameerpet interchange), and western tech corridors (Madhapur, Durgam Cheruvu, HITEC City, and Raidurg/Mindspace IT Park).

Question 5

Is the Hyderabad Metro closed on Sunday?

Accepted Answer

No, the Hyderabad Metro is not closed on Sundays. Trains run all 365 days a year, including Sundays and public holidays, between 6:00 AM and 11:00 PM. Trains operate with a slight schedule adjustment during non-peak weekend hours (every 7 to 8 minutes).

Question 6

Is Metro available in Charminar?

Accepted Answer

No direct metro station is currently operational inside Charminar. The nearest operational metro stations are MG Bus Station (MGBS) on the Red and Green lines (approx. 2.5 km away) and Gandhi Bhavan station. Passengers can easily catch TSRTC feeder buses, autos, or cabs from MGBS to reach Charminar within 8 to 10 minutes. Phase 2 plans include extending the Green Line through the Old City towards Falaknuma.

Question 7

Who is faster, train or metro?

Accepted Answer

Within Hyderabad city limits, the Metro is significantly faster and more predictable than local MMTS trains and road transit. Hyderabad Metro trains operate on dedicated, grade-separated elevated viaducts at speeds up to 80 km/h with high frequencies every 3 to 5 minutes, completely avoiding road congestion. While long-distance Indian Railways trains have higher top speeds, intracity travel across Hyderabad is much quicker by Metro.

Question 8

When did the hyderabad Metro open?

Accepted Answer

The Hyderabad Metro was officially inaugurated on November 28, 2017, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Public commercial operations began on November 29, 2017, initially serving the 30 km section from Miyapur to Ameerpet (Red Line) and Ameerpet to Nagole (Blue Line).

Question 9

How to travel in Hyderabad Metro?

Accepted Answer

Traveling on the Hyderabad Metro involves four simple steps:

Purchase a Ticket: Buy a Paper QR ticket at counter/TVM, generate a digital QR ticket via WhatsApp, PhonePe, Paytm, or TSavaari, or tap a prepaid Nebula Smart Card.
Pass Entry Gates: Scan the QR code or tap your Smart Card at the Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) entry gates.
Board Train: Follow platform signage for your direction and board behind the safety line.
Exit Station: Tap your card or scan your QR code at the destination station AFC exit gates.

Question 10

How many metro stations are there in Hyderabad?

Accepted Answer

Hyderabad has 57 operational metro stations across its 3 operational corridors (Red Line: 27 stations, Blue Line: 23 stations, Green Line: 9 stations). Key interchange transfer stations include Ameerpet (connecting Red & Blue lines) and MG Bus Station (connecting Red & Green lines).

Question 11

What are terminal stations in Hyderabad Metro?

Accepted Answer

The terminal (start and end) stations of the Hyderabad Metro corridors are:

Red Line (Corridor I): Miyapur in the north-west and LB Nagar in the south-east.
Blue Line (Corridor III): Nagole in the east and Raidurg in the west (HITEC City).
Green Line (Corridor II): JBS Parade Ground in the north and MG Bus Station (MGBS) in the south.

Question 12

What is the biggest metro station in Hyderabad?

Accepted Answer

Ameerpet Metro Station is the biggest and busiest station in Hyderabad. Spread across over 200,000 square feet, this bi-level elevated interchange station connects the Red Line (lower level) and the Blue Line (upper level), allowing thousands of daily passengers to switch corridors seamlessly via internal escalators and elevators within 2 minutes.

Question 13

Which metro stations are on the Green Line in Hyderabad?

Accepted Answer

The Green Line (Corridor II: JBS Parade Ground to MG Bus Station) has 9 operational stations:

JBS Parade Ground (Interchange with Blue Line)
Secunderabad West
Gandhi Hospital
Musheerabad
RTC X Roads
Chikkadpally
Narayanguda
Sultan Bazaar
MG Bus Station (MGBS - Interchange with Red Line)

Question 14

What are the stations on the Red Line metro in Hyderabad?

Accepted Answer

The Red Line (Corridor I: Miyapur to LB Nagar) consists of 27 operational stations:

Miyapur
JNTU College
KPHB Colony
Kukatpally
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Balanagar
Moosapet
Bharat Nagar
Erragadda
ESI Hospital
S.R. Nagar
Ameerpet (Interchange with Blue Line)
Punjagutta
Irrum Manzil
Khairatabad
Lakdi Ka Pul
Assembly
Nampally
Gandhi Bhavan
Osmania Medical College
MG Bus Station (MGBS - Interchange with Green Line)
Malakpet
New Market
Musarambagh
Dilsukhnagar
Chaitanyapuri
Victoria Memorial
LB Nagar

Question 15

What are the stations on the Blue Line metro in Hyderabad?

Accepted Answer

The Blue Line (Corridor III: Nagole to Raidurg) consists of 23 operational stations:

Nagole
Uppal
Stadium
NGRI
Habsiguda
Tarnaka
Mettuguda
Secunderabad East
Parade Ground (Interchange with Green Line)
Paradise
Rasoolpura
Prakash Nagar
Begumpet
Ameerpet (Interchange with Red Line)
Madhura Nagar
Yousufguda
Jubilee Hills Road No. 5
Jubilee Hills Check Post
Peddamma Gudi
Madhapur
Durgam Cheruvu
HITEC City
Raidurg

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