Official GMRC Distance Matrix
10% Smart Card / NCMC Discount
Updated October 2026
Ahmedabad Metro Fare Slabs & Ticket Prices (2026)
Official Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation (GMRC) fare matrix covering all 53 operational stations across Blue Line, Red Line, Green Line (Gandhinagar), and Purple Line (GIFT City). Fares start at ₹5, cap at ₹25 within Ahmedabad city, and extend up to ₹40 for Gandhinagar inter-city travel, with a 10% discount on Smart Card & NCMC payments.
Minimum Fare
₹5
0 – 2.5 km (₹4.50 with Card)
Ahmedabad City Cap
₹25
Phase 1 maximum (₹22.50 with Card)
Full Network Cap
₹40
To Mahatma Mandir (₹36.00 with Card)
Children Policy
Free < 3 ft
Two children < 90 cm per adult
📊 Official GMRC Distance Fare Slabs
| Fare Slab | Distance Range | Paper Token Fare | Smart Card / NCMC (10% Off) | Applicable Route Examples |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slab 1 | 0 – 2.5 km | ₹5 | ₹4.50 | Thaltej to Thaltej Gam, Paldi to Shreyas, Motera to Sabarmati |
| Slab 2 | 2.5 – 7.5 km | ₹10 | ₹9.00 | Kalupur to Old High Court, Vastral to Kalupur, APMC to Paldi |
| Slab 3 | 7.5 – 12.5 km | ₹15 | ₹13.50 | Thaltej to Kalupur, Vastral Gam to Kalupur, APMC to Usmanpura |
| Slab 4 | 12.5 – 17.5 km | ₹20 | ₹18.00 | APMC to Motera Stadium, Thaltej to Vastral, Motera to Sector 1 |
| Slab 5 (City Cap) | 17.5+ km (Phase 1) | ₹25 | ₹22.50 | Thaltej Gam to Vastral Gam, Koteshwar Rd to Mahatma Mandir |
| Phase 2 Inter-City | Long-Distance Corridors | ₹30 – ₹40 | ₹27.00 – ₹36.00 | Old High Court to GIFT City (₹30), Thaltej to Mahatma Mandir (₹40) |
🚆 Popular Commuter Routes Official Fare Table
| Origin Station | Destination Station | Corridor / Transfer | Paper QR Token | Smart Card (10% Off) | Route Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thaltej Gam | Vastral Gam | Blue Line Direct (17 stops) | ₹25 | ₹22.50 | View Route → |
| Thaltej | Vastral | Blue Line Direct (14 stops) | ₹20 | ₹18.00 | View Route → |
| APMC (Vasna) | Motera Stadium | Red Line Direct (14 stops) | ₹20 | ₹18.00 | View Route → |
| Kalupur Railway Station | Old High Court | Blue Line Direct (3 stops) | ₹10 | ₹9.00 | View Route → |
| Thaltej | Kalupur Railway Station | Blue Line Direct (9 stops) | ₹15 | ₹13.50 | View Route → |
| Vastral Gam | Kalupur Railway Station | Blue Line Direct (8 stops) | ₹15 | ₹13.50 | View Route → |
| Vastral | Kalupur Railway Station | Blue Line Direct (6 stops) | ₹10 | ₹9.00 | View Route → |
| Old High Court | GIFT City | Red → Purple (Transfer GNLU) | ₹30 | ₹27.00 | View Route → |
| Motera Stadium | Sector 1 (Gandhinagar) | Red → Green Corridor | ₹20 | ₹18.00 | View Route → |
| Koteshwar Road | Mahatma Mandir | Green Line Direct (20 stops) | ₹25 | ₹22.50 | View Route → |
| Thaltej Gam | Mahatma Mandir | Blue → Green (Transfer Old High Court) | ₹40 | ₹36.00 | View Route → |
💳 Ticketing Options & Payment Modes
Paper QR Token
Single Journey
Purchasable at station TVMs and counters using cash or UPI. Must enter station within 30 minutes of purchase.
GMRC Smart Card
10% Discount
Contactless RFID card. ₹50 refundable security deposit. Recharge in multiples of ₹50 up to ₹3,000.
NCMC RuPay Cards
National Mobility
Use any bank RuPay NCMC debit/prepaid card directly at the AFC gates. Automatic 10% fare concession applies.
WhatsApp & Mobile QR
Digital Booking
Generate digital QR tickets via official messaging chatbots and GMRC mobile app. Scan phone directly at AFC scanner.
⚠️ Travel Rules & Station Overstay Penalty
Maximum Travel Time
120 Minutes
You have 2 hours from station entry to exit your destination station before overstay penalty applies.
Same Station Exit
20 Minutes (₹5)
If you enter and exit the exact same station within 20 mins, a flat charge of ₹5 is deducted.
Overstay Penalty
₹10 / Hour
Exceeding permitted station duration results in a fine of ₹10 per hour up to a network cap of ₹50.
Baggage Allowance
25 kg Free
1 luggage item per passenger up to 25 kg (max 80 x 50 x 30 cm). Bulky luggage > 25 kg is not permitted.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Ahmedabad Metro Fare
What is the minimum and maximum metro fare in Ahmedabad?
The minimum fare on Ahmedabad Metro is ₹5 (0–2.5 km). Within the Ahmedabad city Phase 1 network (Blue Line and Red Line), the maximum fare is capped at ₹25. Across the entire extended inter-city network connecting Gandhinagar (Mahatma Mandir) and GIFT City, fares range up to ₹40. When using an Ahmedabad Metro Smart Card or RuPay NCMC card, commuters receive a flat 10% discount on every trip (making city fares ₹4.50 to ₹22.50, and max network fare ₹36.00).
How much is the ticket fare between Thaltej and Vastral Gam?
The standard paper token fare between Thaltej / Thaltej Gam and Vastral Gam is ₹25 (not ₹30). If paying with an Ahmedabad Metro Smart Card or RuPay NCMC card, the discounted fare is ₹22.50. Between Thaltej and Vastral station, the fare is ₹20 (₹18.00 with card).
How does the Ahmedabad Metro fare slab system work?
GMRC operates on official distance-based fare slabs:
- Slab 1 (0–2.5 km): ₹5 (₹4.50 with card)
- Slab 2 (2.5–7.5 km): ₹10 (₹9.00 with card)
- Slab 3 (7.5–12.5 km): ₹15 (₹13.50 with card)
- Slab 4 (12.5–17.5 km): ₹20 (₹18.00 with card)
- Slab 5 (17.5+ km - Phase 1 City Cap): ₹25 (₹22.50 with card)
- Phase 2 Inter-City Slabs: ₹30, ₹35, and ₹40 maximum for Gandhinagar & GIFT City journeys
How can I purchase Ahmedabad Metro tickets?
Tickets can be bought via: 1) Paper QR tokens at station TVMs and manned counters using Cash or UPI; 2) GMRC Contactless Smart Card (10% discount, ₹50 refundable deposit); 3) Any bank RuPay NCMC card at AFC entry gates; 4) WhatsApp QR tickets & the official mobile app.
Are children charged for metro tickets in Ahmedabad?
Up to two children under 3 feet (90 cm) in height travel completely free when accompanied by a ticket-holding adult. Children taller than 3 feet require a regular full-fare ticket.
What is the penalty for overstaying inside the metro station?
Commuters can remain inside the paid network area for up to 120 minutes (2 hours). Overstaying incurs an overstay penalty of ₹10 per hour up to a maximum fee of ₹50. For entering and exiting at the same station, exit must occur within 20 minutes (₹5 fee).