Ahmedabad Metro is a two-corridor rail network serving parts of the city, with Old High Court as the interchange between its North–South and East–West lines. This guide covers the network layout, central stations, ticket options and practical checks for connecting with other transport.
- Operator: Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited (GMRC).
- Corridors: North–South, from APMC to Motera Stadium, and East–West, from Thaltej Gam to Vastral Gam.
- Useful interchange: Old High Court connects the two corridors.
- Ticket methods: GMRC lists its mobile app, ticket vending machines, NCMC cards and kiosks.
Ahmedabad metro at a glance
Ahmedabad Metro runs on two Phase I corridors, and Old High Court is where you can change between them. Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited operates the system as a special-purpose vehicle of the Government of India and Government of Gujarat.
The North–South Corridor runs between APMC and Motera Stadium. The East–West Corridor links Thaltej Gam with Vastral Gam and passes through stations including Kalupur, Shahpur and Old High Court. For an Ahmedabad city-centre day route, check the Rivera Sarovar Portico Ahmedabad as a base: Old High Court is about a 33-minute walk from the hotel.
GMRC says commercial operations began in March 2019, initially on a 6.5 km viaduct. The 1.43 km extension from Thaltej to Thaltej Gam opened to the public in December 2024.
Stations useful for central Ahmedabad
Old High Court is the most useful station to know if your trip involves changing corridors. As the interchange, it connects East–West services with the North–South line.
On the East–West Corridor, Shahpur and Kalupur are among the stations that may help orient a central-city trip. Gandhigram is another nearby station in the route data, though the supplied corridor list does not place it on the East–West line.
Consider your destination before choosing a station: Sidi Saiyad Mosque, Bhadra Fort and Manek Burj are all city landmarks with separate approaches. For a visit to the garden and market, use this guide to Law Garden in Ahmedabad to plan that part of your day.
Getting between the airport, rail station and city
GMRC station information includes nearby-travel details for railway stations, the airport, BRTS, AMTS and GMC buses. Use those local connections to plan how to continue from a metro station to your specific destination; the supplied facts do not establish a direct metro link to the airport or railway station.
Ahmedabad Junction is the city’s rail reference point for a train arrival. Check station information and your onward route before setting out, especially if you are changing between rail and metro. For airport transfers, see the separate guide to getting from Ahmedabad airport to the city.
Tickets, service and accessibility checks
- Tickets
- its mobile app, ticket vending machines, NCMC cards and kiosks
GMRC lists several ways to book Ahmedabad Metro tickets: its mobile app, ticket vending machines, NCMC cards and kiosks. QR tickets can be purchased through the official GMRC Mobile App using UPI, debit cards, credit cards or net banking.
A token or GMRC Common Smart Card is valid for travel within Ahmedabad Phase 1 stations, not between Phase 1 and Phase 2. A passenger found in the paid area without a valid ticket may be charged a ₹50 penalty plus the system’s maximum fare.
Station facilities listed by GMRC include lifts, escalators, public washrooms and ticket vending machines. Accessibility features include audible lift messages, Braille plates, flashing system maps and active-line diagrams, plus information displays on trains.
GMRC describes displayed journey times as estimates that may change and advises allowing extra travel time. Service details and ticket arrangements can change, so check the official site before you go.
FAQs
Where do Ahmedabad Metro’s two corridors meet?
They meet at Old High Court, the interchange between the North–South and East–West corridors.
Can you buy Ahmedabad Metro tickets on your phone?
Yes. GMRC says QR tickets are available through its official mobile app, with UPI, debit card, credit card and net banking payment options.
Does Ahmedabad Metro connect directly to the airport?
The supplied GMRC information includes nearby-travel details for the airport, but does not confirm a direct metro connection. Check the airport’s onward transport options before travelling.