Moving Around
Find the best way to travel across God's Own Country — by bus, train, car, bike, or boat.
Kerala has Metro Rail and Water Metro services only in Kochi.
Kochi Metro
India's first metro system with a transgender-inclusive workforce — connecting 25 stations across Ernakulam from Aluva to Thrippunithura.
Feeder Bus Services
🚤 Kochi Water Metro
India’s first Water Metro — a network of battery-powered electric hybrid boats connecting Kochi’s islands and mainland across 76 km of backwaters. Launched in April 2023, operated by Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL), and built by Cochin Shipyard.
Kochi Metro — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of Kochi Metro?
Kochi Metro runs Monday to Saturday from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Sundays from 7:30 AM to 11:00 PM, and public holidays from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Peak-hour frequency is roughly one train every 7 minutes.
How much does a Kochi Metro ticket cost?
Single-journey fares range from ₹10 to ₹60 depending on the distance. You can buy paper tickets at station counters or use the rechargeable Kochi1 smart card, which also works on KSRTC city buses and Kochi Water Metro.
How do I get from Cochin International Airport (CIAL) to Kochi city by metro?
Take the dedicated Airport Feeder bus from CIAL to Aluva Metro Station (₹80, runs every 20–40 minutes from 06:45 to 23:15). From Aluva, the metro reaches MG Road, Vyttila and Thrippunithura.
Does Kochi Metro connect with Kochi Water Metro?
Yes. The Kochi Water Metro at Vyttila Hub and Kakkanad shares the same Kochi1 smart-card system as the metro. Water Metro ferries connect Kochi mainland with islands such as Vypin, Bolgatty, Mulavukad and Fort Kochi.
How many stations does Kochi Metro have?
Kochi Metro currently operates 25 stations on a single line from Aluva in the north to Thrippunithura in the south, covering about 27 km through central Ernakulam.
Is Kochi Metro tourist-friendly?
Yes — signage is in English and Malayalam, stations are accessible, and the metro is the fastest way to skip traffic between Aluva, Edapally, MG Road, Vyttila and Thrippunithura. It also has India’s first transgender-inclusive workforce.