Lucknow Metro's Red Line is the backbone of public transport in the City of Nawabs. It connects the airport in the north to the eastern suburbs, passing through the main Railway Station (Charbagh) and the commercial hub of Hazratganj. The system uses BEML-built coaches and features fully air-conditioned, automated fare collection.

Fare Chart & Ticketing

Token Fares

Minimum ₹10 to Maximum ₹40

Smart Card

Go Smart Card offers 10% discount on all journeys.

Tourist Pass

No dedicated tourist pass; single-journey tokens available.

Common Fares

Distance-based pricing

0 - 3 km₹10

3 - 8 km₹20

8 - 16 km₹30

* Smart card users receive a 10% discount on all fares shown above.

Metro Lines & Stations

Lucknow Metro Network Map

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Lucknow Metro go to the Airport?

Yes, CCS Airport is the northern terminal of the Red Line, providing direct metro access to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport.

Is Charbagh Railway Station connected?

Yes, Charbagh is a dedicated metro station on the Red Line, providing easy interchange with Indian Railways.

What is the frequency of trains?

During peak hours, trains run every 7–8 minutes. Off-peak frequency is around 12–15 minutes.

History & Evolution of Lucknow Metro Network

Lucknow Metro Rail Corporation (LMRC), a joint venture of Government of India and UP Government, completed Phase 1 of the North-South corridor in record time. The section from Transport Nagar to Charbagh was inaugurated by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in September 2017. The full Red Line from CCS Airport to Munshipulia became operational by 2019.

First & Last Train Timings

Terminal StationFirst TrainLast Train

CCS Airport06:00 AM10:00 PM

Munshipulia06:00 AM10:00 PM