Kochi Metro is a mass rapid transit system in the city of Kochi (formerly known as Cochin). Currently, only one phase is operational, while two more are in the planning stage. Over 1 lakh people travel on this metro line every day that operates at a frequency of 8 minutes.
Kochi Metro Quick Info
- Owner: Kochi Metro Rail Limited
- Serving Cities: Kochi
- Number of Stations: 24
- Headquarters: Park Avenue
- Started Operations in: 17 June 2017
- Daily Timings: 6:00 am to 10:30 pm (Monday to Saturday), 8:00 am to 10:30 pm (Sunday)
- Fare: ₹10–60
Kochi Metro Route Map
Kochi Metro Interesting Facts
- India’s Prime Minister inaugurated the line’s first 13.2 km section between Aluva – Palarivattom on June 17, 2017.
- Each train, comprising three coaches, runs at a maximum speed of 80 km/h.
- The network is entirely above the ground, making it the only city in India with a completely elevated metro system.
- The system uses standard gauge (1,435 mm) tracks and 750 V direct current supplied via third rail.
Kochi Metro Lines
| Line | Length (Km) | Stations | Starting Point – End Point |
| 1 | 27 | 24 | Aluva – SN Junction |
Kochi Metro Phase I
Phase I of Kochi Metro comprises a single line, first made operational on 17th June, 2017. Essentially, the line runs in a semicircle, first travelling in the northeast–southwest direction and then turning towards the east. Currently, the line measures 27 km and has 22 stations. The line uses 750 V direct current supplied via third rail and 1,435 mm (standard gauge) tracks. All trains consist of three coaches, have a maximum speed of 80 km/h, and a headway of 8 minutes. Each station on the line has a different theme, highlighting Kerala’s rich culture, from the wildlife of the region’s Western Ghats to the local cuisine.
Stations in Phase I
| Station | Interchange/Connections | Nearby Accommodation |
| Aluva | ||
| Pulinchodu | ||
| Companypady | ||
| Ambattukavu | ||
| Muttom | ||
| Kalamassery | Hotels near Kalamassery | |
| CUSAT | ||
| Pathadipalam | ||
| Edapally | Hotels near Edapally | |
| Changampuzha Park | ||
| Palarivattom | Hotels near Palarivattom | |
| JLN Stadium | ||
| Kaloor | Hotels in Kaloor | |
| Town Hall | Ernakulam Town Railway Station | |
| MG Road | ||
| Maharaja’s College | ||
| Ernakulam South | Ernakulam Junction Railway Station | Hotels in Ernakulam |
| Kadavanthra | ||
| Elamkulam | ||
| Vyttila | ||
| Thaikoodam | ||
| Pettah | ||
| Vadakkekotta | ||
| SN Junction |
Further Extension of Phase I
The line under Phase I is being extended beyond Pettah to Tripunithura Terminal, and the extension will add three stations and around 1.1 km in length.
Top Attractions Connected by Phase I
| Attraction | Nearest Station | Distance from Nearest Station (Km) |
| Museum Of Kerala History | Pathadipalam | 0.2 |
| Lulu Mall | Edapally | 0.6 |
| St. George Forane Church | Edapally | 1 |
| Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium | JLN Stadium | 0 |
| Rainbow Hanging Bridge | MG Road | 1.7 |
| Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary | MG Road | 1.4 |
Kochi Metro Phase 2
The Kochi metro line approved and ready to be developed under Phase 2 will run for 11.2 km. It will cover the following stations.
|
Station Name |
|
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium |
|
Palarivattom Junction |
|
Palarivattom Bypass |
|
Chembumukku |
|
Vazhakkala |
|
Padamughal |
|
Kakkanad Junction |
|
Cochin SEZ |
|
Chittethukara |
|
KINFRA |
|
InfoPark 1 / Smart City 1 |
|
InfoPark 2 / Smart City 2 |
Kochi Metro Lesser-Known Facts
- The project was executed under the guidance of Delhi Metro Rail Corporation
- Each station has solar panels and every sixth pillar houses a vertical garden
- First metro in India to employ trans-genders
- Almost 80% of its employees are women
- Only metro in India to have USB charging ports inside trains
FAQ
Q. How many metro stations are on the Kochi Metro Line?
A. Currently, the Blue Line in Kochi Metro is running on 24 stations.
Q. Which is the 1st station on the Blue Line metro in Kochi?
A. Aluva and SN Junction are the initial stations on the Blue Line on both ends.
Q. Which is the most popular station on the Blue Line metro in Kochi?
A. Some of the most popular stations on the Blue Line are Aluva, SN Junction, Companypadi, Ambattukavu, CUSAT, and Kaloor.
Q. Who made the Blue Line metro in Kochi?
A. Kochi Metro Rail Limited (NMRL) operates all the operations of Kochi Metro. The execution was done under the supervision of DMRC.
Q. What is the timing of the first train from Blue Line in Kochi?
A. The first train departure time on the Blue Line of the Kochi Metro is 6:00 am (Mon-Sat) and 8:00 am on Sunday.
Q. What is the timing of the last train from the Blue Line in Kochi?
A. The last train departure time on the Blue Line of the Kochi Metro is 10:30 pm.
