Blue Line
Kochi • Est. 2017 • Operational
Kochi Metro Lines
Kochi Metro Route Map
Kochi Metro History
Kochi Metro is operated by Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) and opened its first section in 2017. It was notable for integrating with a public bicycle-sharing scheme and a dedicated water metro network in the region.
- Operated by Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL)
- Integrated with a complementary Kochi Water Metro network on the backwaters
- Known for employing transgender individuals as part of its workforce, a notable social initiative in Indian public transport
Extensions to the existing Blue Line have been proposed. Check official KMRL announcements for current status.
Blue Line Stations
Top Attractions Near Kochi Metro
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Fort Kochi
4.95 km from Ernakulam South
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Mattancherry Palace
3.34 km from Ernakulam South
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Marine Drive
1.04 km from MG Road
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Bolgatty Palace
1.84 km from MG Road
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Cherai Beach
18.75 km from Muttom
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Paradesi Synagogue
3.38 km from Ernakulam South
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Hill Palace
4.48 km from Thrippunithura
Get directionsTickets & Metro Cards
Kochi1 Card
₹100
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Kochi1 Card — multi-modal NCMC card for Kochi Metro (KMRL + Axis Bank). 20% discount on every ride, up to 33% on 60-day trip passes.
Other Ways to Travel: Tokens, QR Tickets & Passes
Metro Student Pass
Eligible up to age 30. One of the most generous student discounts among Indian metro systems.
Official sourceMetro Digital QR Ticket ("Kochi1" app)
Buy one-way or round-trip QR tickets and pay by card, UPI or net banking, with easy refunds on cancellation.
Kochi Metro Fare Chart 2026
Computed from live route data on this site — token fare for the longest same-line journey (Aluva → Thrippunithura, 27.4 km).
| Fare Type | Shortest Hop | Longest Same-Line Journey |
|---|---|---|
| Token / Cash | ₹2 | ₹48 |
| Smart Card SAVE ~10% | — | ₹48 |
Kochi Metro Guide 2026
The Kochi Metro serves Kochi with 25 stations across 1 lines, covering 27.4 km.
Places to Visit via Kochi Metro
Kochi Metro provides convenient access to popular attractions including Fort Kochi, Chinese Fishing Nets, Mattancherry Palace, Jewish Synagogue, Marine Drive, and more. Use the metro to avoid traffic and reach these destinations quickly.
Timings
Generally operates from 5:30 AM to 11:00 PM. Peak hours (8–10 AM, 5–7 PM): trains every 3–5 minutes. Off-peak: 5–10 minutes.
Fares
Distance-based fares range from ₹10 to ₹60. Smart card users get ~10% discount.