🚆 Commuter Route
Transfer at GNLU
Ahmedabad Metro: GIFT City to AEC Route, Fare & Stations
Traveling from GIFT City to AEC by metro? Complete journey breakdown including ticket fare, travel duration, intermediate station sequence, first & last train schedule, and interchange details.
Paper Token Fare
₹20
Standard single ride
Smart Card Fare
₹18
10% discount applied
Travel Time & Distance
~29 min
12 stops • ~15.6 km
Interchange Required
GNLU
Platform transfer required
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Platform & Boarding Instructions
1. At GIFT City, board the Purple Line (GIFT City Branch) train heading towards GNLU.
2. Alight at GNLU Interchange and head to the GIFT City branch platform.
3. Board the Metro Line shuttle train heading towards Terminal and alight at AEC.
2. Alight at GNLU Interchange and head to the GIFT City branch platform.
3. Board the Metro Line shuttle train heading towards Terminal and alight at AEC.
🚉 Stations on this Route (12 Stops)
1
GIFT City
Board Here
ગિફ્ટ સિટી • गिफ्ट सिटी • Elevated
2
પી ડી ઈ યુ • पी डी ई यू • Elevated
3
GNLU
🔄 Interchange: Transfer Line
જી એન એલ યુ • जी एन एल यू • Elevated
4
કોબા ગામ • कोबा गाम • Elevated
5
જૂના કોબા • जूना कोबा • Elevated
6
કોબા સર્કલ • कोबा सर्कल • Elevated
7
નર્મદા કેનાલ • नर्मदा कैनाल • Elevated
8
તપોવન સર્કલ • तपोवन सर्कल • Elevated
9
વિશ્વકર્મા કોલેજ • विश्वकर्मा कॉलेज • Elevated
10
Koteshwar Road
🔄 Interchange: Transfer Line
કોટેશ્વર રોડ • कोटेश्वर रोड • Elevated
11
મોટેરા સ્ટેડિયમ • मोटेरा स्टेडियम • Elevated
12
સાબરમતી • साबरमती • Elevated
13
AEC
Destination
એ ઇ સી • ए ई सी • Elevated
⏰ First & Last Metro Timings
| Station | First Metro Departure | Last Metro Departure | Peak Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| GIFT City (Origin) | 07:42 AM | 07:13 PM | Every 5–7 mins |
| AEC (Destination) | 07:42 AM | 07:13 PM | Every 5–7 mins |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the metro cost from GIFT City to AEC?
A standard paper token costs ₹20. If you pay using a GMRC Smart Card or NCMC card, you receive an automatic 10% discount, making the total fare ₹18.
How long is the travel time from GIFT City to AEC?
The expected journey time is approximately 29 minutes across 12 stops covering roughly 15.6 km. Travel times may vary slightly during peak rush hours.
Which stations come between GIFT City and AEC?
The stations on this route in order are: GIFT City, PDEU, GNLU, Koba Gam, Juna Koba, Koba Circle, Narmada Canal, Tapovan Circle, Vishwakarma College, Koteshwar Road, Motera Stadium, Sabarmati, AEC.
Do I need to change trains between GIFT City and AEC?
Yes, you must transfer trains at GNLU. You do not need to exit the fare gates or buy a new ticket.
Which platform and train direction should I board at GIFT City?
1. At GIFT City, board the Purple Line (GIFT City Branch) train heading towards GNLU.
2. Alight at GNLU Interchange and head to the GIFT City branch platform.
3. Board the Metro Line shuttle train heading towards Terminal and alight at AEC.
2. Alight at GNLU Interchange and head to the GIFT City branch platform.
3. Board the Metro Line shuttle train heading towards Terminal and alight at AEC.
What is the luggage allowance on Ahmedabad Metro?
Passengers are permitted up to 15 kg of personal baggage free of charge, with maximum dimensions not exceeding 60 cm x 45 cm x 25 cm. Baggage scanners and security screening are active at all station entry points.