Red Line
Lucknow • Est. 2017 • Operational
Lucknow Metro Lines
Lucknow Metro Route Map
Lucknow Metro History
Lucknow Metro is operated by Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC). Its first section opened in 2017, notable for being completed relatively quickly from the start of construction.
- Operated by Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC), which also runs Kanpur and Agra Metro
- Red Line connects Lucknow's airport area to the old city
Additional corridors have been proposed for Lucknow's network. Check official UPMRC announcements for current status.
Red Line Stations
Top Attractions Near Lucknow Metro
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Rumi Darwaza
3.33 km from Charbagh
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British Residency
1.64 km from Charbagh
Get directionsBara Imambara
3.16 km from Charbagh
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Chota Imambara
4.14 km from Charbagh
Get directionsLucknow Zoo
1.19 km from KD Singh Babu Stadium
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Ambedkar Memorial
1.51 km from IT Chauraha
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Hazratganj
0.45 km from Hussainganj
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Janeshwar Mishra Park
3.39 km from IT Chauraha
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Dilkusha Garden
2.59 km from Durgapuri
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Other Ways to Travel: Tokens, QR Tickets & Passes
GoSmart Card
10% discount on every journey; valid for 1 year from the last recharge. The same GoSmart card also works on Kanpur and Agra Metro.
Official sourceMetro Token
Traditional token counters remain available alongside the newer QR ticketing option.
Metro Paper QR Ticket
QR-based ticketing was formally inaugurated on 16 Feb 2026 at Hazratganj station.
Official sourceMetro Digital QR Ticket
Lucknow Metro Fare Chart 2026
Computed from live route data on this site — token fare for the longest same-line journey (CCS Airport → Munshi Pulia, 22.8 km).
| Fare Type | Shortest Hop | Longest Same-Line Journey |
|---|---|---|
| Token / Cash | ₹2 | ₹40 |
| Smart Card SAVE ~10% | — | ₹40 |
Lucknow Metro Guide 2026
The Lucknow Metro serves Lucknow with 21 stations across 1 lines, covering 22.9 km.
Places to Visit via Lucknow Metro
Lucknow Metro provides convenient access to popular attractions including Bara Imambara, Chota Imambara, Rumi Darwaza, British Residency, Lucknow Zoo, and more. Use the metro to avoid traffic and reach these destinations quickly.
Timings
Generally operates from 5:30 AM to 11:00 PM. Peak hours (8–10 AM, 5–7 PM): trains every 3–5 minutes. Off-peak: 5–10 minutes.
Fares
Distance-based fares range from ₹10 to ₹60. Smart card users get ~10% discount.