Patna Metro Inauguration Date, Route, Timing, Fare and Station List of Bihar’s First Metro Service

The inauguration of Bihar's first-ever metro service in its capital city, Patna, has finally wrapped up. This marks a significant step in the state's development, which will also soon be followed by its assembly election. The event took place on October 6th with Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar as the guest of honour. 

Patna Metro Route

The Patna Metro will officially commence its services from October 7, creating history by becoming the first metro service of the state. As of now, the metro will cover a distance of 3.6 km going from ISBT (Patliputra Bus Terminal) to Bhootnath via its Blue Line, also called the Priority Corridor.

Patna Metro Star Time

The Patna Metro services will begin operation from 8 am to 10 pm daily. The service will begin on October 7th, transporting people via its Blue Line, also called the Priority Corridor.

Patna Metro Fare

The Blue Line of the Patna Metro services will charge travellers a nominal fee of ₹15, stretching up to ₹30. It will enable people to travel from ISBT (Patliputra Bus Terminal) to Bhootnath, making the commute a smoother experience in the 3.6 km stretch.

Patna Metro Station List - Priority Corridor

Launched by CM Nitish Kumar, the Patna Metro will transport people between the following stations via its Blue Line (Priority Corridor):

• ISBT (Patliputra)
• Zero Mile
• Bhootnath

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Patna Metro Station List - Full North–South Corridor

The Blue Line of the Patna Metro currently stretches only 3.6 km, with 3 stops. However, it will eventually extend to 16.2 km and will host 12 stops, transporting people from one end to the other in 24 minutes. 

When completed, the Patna Metro Blue Line will include the following stations:

• Patna Junction
• Akashvani
• Gandhi Maidan
• PMCH
• Patna University
• Moin Ul Haq Stadium
• Rajendra Nagar
• Malahi Pakri
• Khemni Chak
• Bhoothnath
• Zero Mile
• New ISBT

Facilities and Features offered by Patna Metro

The Patna Metro service will offer travellers services like:

• Reserved seats for women and differently-abled passengers.
• Coaches equipped with CCTV, emergency buttons, intercoms, phone/laptop charging points, and bi-parting sliding doors.
• Coaches feature designs inspired by Bihar’s traditional Madhubani art and state landmarks.

About Patna Metro Blue Line

The Patna Metro is a major step in reducing congestion in the densely populated areas of the capital city. It is expected to help reduce traffic by a big margin and make the commute an easier experience for residents. The system has been made in partnership with Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) and the Government of Bihar.

Additionally, there are also plans for a Red Line (East-West Corridor), which will connect Danapur Cantonment to Khemnichak with 14 stations.

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