| From | Time (HH:MM) |
|---|---|
| Aluva to Tripunithura | 06:00 |
| Tripunithura to Aluva | 06:00 |
Kochi Metro Routes, Fares & Station Guide
Quick Transit Stats
Night departures
| From | Time (HH:MM) |
|---|---|
| Aluva to Tripunithura | 22:00 |
| Tripunithura to Aluva | 22:00 |
Kochi Metro — commuter guide
Kochi Metro Network
Kochi Metro is Kerala's only rapid transit system, operated by Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL). The fully elevated Line 1 runs 28.2 km from Aluva in the north to Tripunithura in the south, covering 25 stations. The network is notable for its extensive feeder transport integration — KMRL operates feeder buses, water metro boats, and auto rickshaw tie-ups to extend connectivity beyond the metro corridor.
Key areas connected
Aluva (northern hub, KSRTC and private bus terminals), Kalamassery (industrial and technology zone), Edapally (major junction and shopping centres), JLN Stadium, MG Road (Kochi central commercial street), Ernakulam South (railway station feeder), Maharaja's College and Town Hall (heritage zone), Kadavanthara, Thykoodam, and Tripunithura (southern residential, historic royal town).
Railway and water transport connectivity
Ernakulam South Metro Station (MG Road area) is within walking distance of Ernakulam Junction (ERS) Railway Station's south entrance. Aluva Metro Station connects to the Aluva KSRTC Bus Stand for passengers arriving from Thrissur, Munnar, and Coimbatore. Kochi Water Metro — KMRL's boat transit network — operates from High Court Jetty, near the High Court Metro Station, connecting Vypeen Island, Mulavukad, and Fort Kochi via the backwaters.
Popular route searches
Aluva to MG Road — 9 stations south, the primary north-south corridor. Edapally to Ernakulam South — 6 stations south. Kalamassery to JLN Stadium — 5 stations south. Tripunithura to Aluva — full line south to north, 28 km.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How does Kochi Metro integrate with the Water Metro? ▼
KMRL operates the Kochi Water Metro — a boat-based transit network connecting island communities including Vypeen, Fort Kochi, and Mulavukad to the main Kochi metro corridor. High Court Metro Station is near the High Court Jetty, a key Water Metro departure point. Passengers can combine metro + water metro for island-to-mainland journeys.
Which Kochi Metro station serves Ernakulam Junction Railway Station? ▼
Ernakulam South Metro Station (near MG Road) is within walking distance of Ernakulam Junction (ERS) Railway Station's south entrance. ERS handles major trains including Rajdhani services, Vande Bharat to Thiruvananthapuram, and Mumbai-bound routes.
Is Kochi Metro fully elevated or does it have underground sections? ▼
Kochi Metro Line 1 is entirely elevated throughout its 28.2 km length from Aluva to Tripunithura. There are no underground sections. The elevated design was chosen due to land acquisition feasibility and Kochi's relatively flat terrain along the corridor.
What feeder services does KMRL provide at major terminals? ▼
At Aluva, KMRL has partnered with KSRTC and private bus operators for regional connectivity to Thrissur, Ernakulam, and Munnar. Feeder bus routes connect Tripunithura terminal to the historic royal town areas. Auto rickshaws under KMRL's feeder auto scheme are available at most elevated stations.