About Lucknow Metro Rail Corporation (LMRC)
Lucknow Metro is the transit rail system serving Lucknow. It was introduced to improve urban mobility and reduce traffic congestion.
Metro Routes by Lucknow Metro
Currently, Lucknow Metro operates:
- North - South Corridor – CCS Airport (Amausi) to Munshipulia
This route connects major areas such as:
- Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport
- Alambagh
- Charbagh (railway station area)
- Hazratganj
- KD Singh Babu Stadium
- Indira Nagar
- Munshipulia
Major Interchange and Key Metro Stations
- Charbagh Metro Station – Near the main railway station
- Hazratganj Metro Station – Central commercial hub
- Alambagh Bus Terminal Metro Station – Integrated with bus services
- Munshipulia Station – Northern terminal
- CCS Airport Metro Station – Airport connectivity
Features of Lucknow Metro
Lucknow Metro offers modern commuter-friendly facilities including:
- Fully air-conditioned coaches
- Smart card and QR-based ticketing
- Automatic fare collection gates
- CCTV surveillance and security personnel
- Escalators and lifts at stations
- Environment-friendly and energy-efficient operations
Ticketing and Pass Options
Lucknow Metro provides:
- Single journey tokens
- Smart cards (rechargeable travel cards)
- QR code-based mobile tickets
Lucknow Metro Routes
| VIEW ROUTE |
STARTS AT |
ENDS AT |
TOTAL STOPS |
| Red line |
Munshi Pulia |
CCS International Airport |
21 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Lucknow Metro
Who operates Lucknow Metro?
Lucknow Metro is operated by Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC).
What are the operating hours of Lucknow Metro?
Metro services generally operate from around 6:00 AM until approximately 10:00 to 11:00 PM. Timings may vary slightly.
Does Lucknow Metro connect to the airport?
Yes. The North - South Corridor directly connects to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport.
Can I use smart cards for travel?
Yes. Smart cards and QR-based mobile tickets are available for convenient and faster travel.
Does Lucknow Metro connect with railway and bus stations?
Yes. Lucknow Metro connects to Charbagh Railway Station and Alambagh Bus Terminal.