Find fare, travel time & distance for Bhopal Metro (Bhoj Metro) — Orange Line now operational since December 21, 2025.
| Stations Travelled | Token Fare |
|---|---|
| 1 – 2 stations | ₹20 |
| 3 – 5 stations | ₹30 |
| 6 – 7 stations (full corridor) | ₹40 |
Yes! The Orange Line Priority Corridor (AIIMS to Subhash Nagar, 6.225 km, 8 elevated stations) was inaugurated on December 21, 2025 by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav and Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar. Commercial operations are underway.
Bhopal Metro fares range from ₹20 to ₹40: 1–2 stations = ₹20, 3–5 stations = ₹30, full corridor (6–7 stops) = ₹40. After a free inaugural week (Dec 21–27, 2025), regular fares were introduced. Smart card and QR code ticketing are available via the DMRC-supported AFC system.
Bhopal Metro operates from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily. Trains run every 10–15 minutes during peak hours on the Priority Corridor. Check the official MPMRCL website for real-time updates.
The Rani Kamalapati (RKMP) Metro Station on the Orange Line is directly adjacent to the Rani Kamalapati Railway Station (formerly Habibganj), providing seamless connectivity between metro and rail.
The DB City Mall metro station on the Orange Line is the nearest station to DB City Mall and the commercial hub of MP Nagar, Bhopal.
The 8 operational stations (AIIMS to Subhash Nagar) are: AIIMS, Alkapuri, DRM Office, Rani Kamalapati (RKMP), Board Office Chauraha, DB City Mall, Kendriya Vidyalaya, Subhash Nagar.
Phase 1 includes two lines: Orange Line (Line 2) — Karond Circle to AIIMS, 14.99 km, 16 stations, expected 2027. Blue Line (Line 5) — Bhadbhada Square to Ratnagiri Tiraha, 12.91 km, 14 stations. Both lines will interchange at Bogda Pul.
Bhopal Metro uses 27 Alstom Movia metro trains (3-coach sets, capacity 1,125 passengers — 144 seated). Top speed is 80 km/h, equipped with CBTC signalling. Manufactured entirely in India under the Make in India programme.
Buy tickets via: Token at station counters, QR code on the official MPMRCL app, or a Smart Card. The AFC system was developed in partnership with DMRC, supporting NFC and QR code technologies.
The Priority Corridor is 6.225 km long with 8 elevated stations, running from AIIMS to Subhash Nagar. Trial runs on this stretch were conducted at speeds up to 80–120 km/h. A successful public trial run took place on July 27, 2025.
Yes, the first coach in the direction of travel is reserved exclusively for female passengers. Penalties apply for violations.
Yes, all stations are equipped with lifts, ramps, tactile paths for the visually impaired, and dedicated spaces for wheelchair users inside trains.
Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MPMRCL) operates Bhopal Metro (Bhoj Metro). It is a joint venture of the Government of India and Government of Madhya Pradesh, funded partly by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and European Investment Bank (EIB).
No. Consumption of food and beverages, smoking, and chewing tobacco are strictly prohibited inside metro trains and on station platforms. Violators may be fined.
Airport connectivity is not yet available. Once the full Orange Line (Karond Circle to AIIMS) is operational by 2027, feeder services from metro stations may connect to the airport. Direct metro connectivity is planned in future expansion phases.
Yes, AIIMS, Subhash Nagar, and other major stations have dedicated parking facilities for two-wheelers and four-wheelers.
Bhopal Metro is expected to save petrol and diesel worth ₹1,200 crore per annum by reducing private vehicle usage. It is expected to accommodate over 1.2 lakh passengers daily in the initial phase, significantly cutting urban carbon emissions.
24/7 CCTV surveillance is active throughout all stations and inside train coaches. Trains are equipped with CBTC (Communication-Based Train Control) for automated, safe operations.
The 105 km master plan envisions 6 metro lines. After Phase 1 (Orange + Blue Lines, ~28 km), future phases include a Green Line (Bairgarh to Awadhpuri) and three more lines. Phase 1 completion is targeted for 2027.
The Bhopal Metro project cost is approximately ₹7,000–₹9,000 crore for Phase 1 (revised upward from initial ₹6,941 crore). It is co-funded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the European Investment Bank (EIB) through official development assistance loans.