Meerut Metro
Meerut Metro is the local service on the Delhi to Meerut RapidX (Namo Bharat) corridor, operated by NCRTC. It runs 13 stations from Meerut South to Modipuram, with fares from ₹20 to ₹150 and trains roughly every 7 minutes between 06:00 and 22:00. Its route map, stations, fares and timings are below.
Meerut Metro is unusual: rather than a standalone system, it is a local metro service integrated into the Delhi–Meerut RRTS (Namo Bharat) corridor, built and operated by the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC). The same infrastructure that carries high-speed regional Namo Bharat trains between Delhi and Meerut also hosts local metro services within Meerut city.
The Meerut segment runs around 20 km with a mix of elevated and underground stations, several of which are shared with the RRTS while others are served only by local metro trains.
Why it matters
Meerut is the first Indian example of a single corridor carrying both regional high-speed and local metro services, a shared-infrastructure model that could reshape how India plans transit for satellite cities. If it works, it offers a template for delivering two tiers of service on one set of tracks, at a fraction of the cost of building them separately.
Key facts
- Operator: National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC)
- Model: local metro integrated with the Delhi–Meerut RRTS (Namo Bharat) corridor
- Meerut segment: ~20 km, 11+ stations (elevated + underground)
- Status: Under construction, opening in phases
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Fares
Meerut Metro fares range from ₹20 to ₹150, set by National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC).
| Distance / zone | Fare |
|---|---|
| Minimum fare | ₹20 |
| Maximum fare (end to end) | ₹150 |
Timings
Meerut Metro service timings and frequency:
| Service | Time |
|---|---|
| Operating hours (Mon to Sat) | 06:00 to 22:00 |
| Operating hours (Sunday) | 08:00 to 22:00 |
| Frequency | about 7 minutes (5 to 8 min at peak) |
| End to end journey time | about 25 minutes |
Frequently asked questions
What is the status of Meerut Metro?
Meerut Metro is operational, run by National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC). Fares are ₹20 to ₹150.
How long is Meerut Metro?
Meerut Metro has a planned/operational route length of about 20 km.
Who operates Meerut Metro?
Meerut Metro is implemented by National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC).
What are the Meerut Metro timings?
Meerut Metro operates 06:00 to 22:00. Trains run at a frequency of about 7 minutes (5 to 8 min at peak).
How much is the Meerut Metro fare?
Meerut Metro fares range from ₹20 to ₹150, set by National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC). A smart card usually gives a small discount.
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