Question 1

Is Patna Metro operational now?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Patna Metro is partially operational. 4 stations on the Blue Line priority corridor (New ISBT, Zero Mile, Bhootnath, Malahi Pakri) are currently running. The full Phase-1 network with 24 stations is expected by 2030.

Question 2

How many stations does Patna Metro have?

Accepted Answer

Patna Metro Phase-1 has 24 stations total — 14 on Red Line (Corridor 1: Danapur–Mithapur) and 12 on Blue Line (Corridor 2: Patna Junction–New ISBT). Currently, 4 stations are operational.

Question 3

What are the interchange stations?

Accepted Answer

Patna Junction and Khemnichak are the two interchange stations where passengers can transfer between Red Line and Blue Line.

Question 4

What is the Patna Metro fare?

Accepted Answer

Patna Metro uses distance-based fare slabs: ₹15 for 0-3 km, ₹30 for 3-6 km, and ₹40 for above 6 km. Smart Card users get a 10% discount on these fares.

Question 5

What payment methods are accepted?

Accepted Answer

You can pay via: Token (single journey from AFC machines), NCMC Smart Card (10% discount), QR Code tickets (mobile app), and NFC mobile payments.

Question 6

How to get a Patna Metro Smart Card?

Accepted Answer

Visit any operational metro station counter with an ID proof. Pay ₹100 (non-refundable card fee) and add minimum ₹50 balance. The card offers 10% discount on all fares.

Question 7

How to recharge the Smart Card?

Accepted Answer

Recharge at AFC machines or station counters (₹50 to ₹3000). Online recharge may be available through the Patna Metro mobile app.

Question 8

What is the first and last train timing?

Accepted Answer

First train departs at 6:00 AM (Monday–Saturday) and 8:00 AM on Sundays/holidays. Last train departs at 10:00 PM daily.

Question 9

How frequent are the trains?

Accepted Answer

During peak hours (8-10 AM, 5-8 PM), trains run every 4-6 minutes. During off-peak hours, frequency is 8-10 minutes.

Question 10

What is the Red Line route?

Accepted Answer

Red Line (Corridor 1) runs from Danapur Cantonment to Mithapur via Patna Junction. It has 14 stations covering 17.93 km (10.54 km elevated + 7.39 km underground).

Question 11

What is the Blue Line route?

Accepted Answer

Blue Line (Corridor 2) runs from Patna Junction to New ISBT via Gandhi Maidan, PMCH, Bhootnath, and Zero Mile. It has 12 stations covering 14.2 km.

Question 12

When will the full Patna Metro be completed?

Accepted Answer

The full Phase-1 network (24 stations, 32.13 km) is expected to be completed in phases by 2030. Blue Line underground sections are targeted for late 2026.

Question 13

Who operates Patna Metro?

Accepted Answer

Patna Metro is operated by the Patna Metro Rail Corporation (PMRCL), a joint venture between the Government of Bihar and the Government of India.

Question 14

Is Patna Metro wheelchair accessible?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all Patna Metro stations have wheelchair ramps, lifts, tactile paths, and accessible restrooms. Trains also have dedicated wheelchair spaces.

Patna Metro — Frequently Asked Questions