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The Noida Metro Aqua Line is a rapid transit corridor connecting Noida and Greater Noida in Uttar Pradesh, serving as a vital link for commuters in the National Capital Region.

Noida Metro Aqua Line route map

Noida Metro Aqua Line: Inception

MilestoneDate/Detail
Project ApprovalOctober 2014
Start of ConstructionMay 2015
Major Civil Work ProgressSep 2015 – Oct 2017
Viaduct Work CompletedNovember 2017
Arrival of First CoachesDecember 2017
Limited Trial Run StartedJanuary 2018
Full-Fledged Trial RunMarch 2018
Safety ClearanceDecember 2018
Inauguration & Public Opening25 January 2019
Corridor Length29.7 km
Number of Stations21

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Noida Metro Aqua Line: Key facts

Key FactDetail
NameNoida Metro/Aqua Line
OperatorNoida Metro Rail Corporation (NMRC)
Inauguration Date25 January 2019
Start of ConstructionMay 2015
Length29.7 km
Number of Stations21 (All elevated)
RouteNoida Sector 51 to Depot Station (Greater Noida)
InterchangeNoida Sector 52 (Delhi Metro Blue Line)
Cities ConnectedNoida, Greater Noida
First Train Timing6:00 AM (Mon–Sat), 8:00 AM (Sun)
Last Train Timing10:45 PM
Fare Range₹10 – ₹50
Platform Screen DoorsAvailable at all stations
Construction CostRs 5,503 crore

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Aqua line metro: Latest update

Latest UpdateDetails
Greater Noida West ExtensionThe extension from Sector 51 to Knowledge Park V has been approved, with new stations planned along the route.
Depot to Boraki MMTHUttar Pradesh Cabinet approved the DPR for a 2.6 km extension from Depot Station to Multi-Modal Transport Hub (MMTH) at Boraki in March 2024. Construction is pending further clearances and funding.
Sector 142 to Botanical GardenDPR for the 11.56 km extension with 8 stations submitted in January 2024. Topographical surveys and soil testing have started; construction awaits central government approval.
Train TimingsServices run from 6:00 AM to 10:45 PM (Mon–Sat), and from 8:00 AM on Sundays.
Train FrequencyTrains run every 7 minutes during peak hours and every 10 minutes during non-peak hours.
TicketingQR-coded paper tickets and Aqua Line smart cards are available. Delhi Metro smart cards are not valid.
RidershipThe Aqua Line continues to see growing ridership since its 2019 launch.
Construction CostThe cost for the Sector 51–Knowledge Park V extension is estimated at ₹2,991.60 crore.

List of Aqua Line metro stations

No.Station Name
1Noida Sector 51
2Noida Sector 50 (Rainbow)
3Noida Sector 76
4Noida Sector 101
5Noida Sector 81
6NSEZ
7Noida Sector 83
8Noida Sector 137
9Noida Sector 142
10Noida Sector 143
11Noida Sector 144
12Noida Sector 145
13Noida Sector 146
14Noida Sector 147
15Noida Sector 148
16Knowledge Park II
17Pari Chowk
18Alpha 1
19Delta 1
20GNIDA Office
21Depot Station

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Nearest aqua line stations to key locations in Noida

Key Location in NoidaNearest Aqua Line Station
DLF Mall of India / The Great India Place / Worlds of WonderNoida Sector 51 (Interchange to Blue Line at Sector 52)
Noida City Centre / Botanical Garden / Atta MarketNoida Sector 51 (Interchange to Blue Line at Sector 52)
Noida Sector 62 / DLF IT ParkNoida Sector 51 (Interchange to Blue Line at Sector 52, then continue to Sector 62)
Noida Stadium / Brahmaputra Market / ISKCON TempleNoida Sector 51
Shree Jagannath Temple NoidaNoida Sector 51
The Prodigal FarmsNoida Sector 137

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Aqua Line metro tickets

Ticket TypeDetails
Fare Range₹10 to ₹50 depending on distance
Discounts10% discount on every journey with SBI NMRC CITY1 Smart Card
Ticket Purchase OptionsQR-coded paper tickets from vending machines, Aqua Line Metro smart card
Smart Card RechargeAvailable at all stations via cash, cards, UPI, and online portal
Ticket ValidityExit allowed from the same station within 30 minutes; penalty applies after
Penalty for OffencesTravelling without ticket: ₹100; other offences have varying fines
Delhi Metro Smart CardNot valid on Aqua Line
Mobile AppNMRC app available for ticket purchase and journey planning
ConnectivityWalkway and free e-rickshaw between Sector 51 (Aqua Line) and Sector 52 (Delhi Metro)

Aqua Line-Blue Line walkaway

FeatureDetails
Distance between Aqua Line (Sector 51) and Blue Line (Sector 52)300 meters (current pedestrian walkway)
Skywalk Project420-meter L-shaped skywalk with travellator and air conditioning under construction
Skywalk StatusExpected completion by May 2025; over 45% civil work finished as of March 2024
Current Transfer OptionsDedicated walkway (300m, ~10 min walk) or free e-rickshaw service
Skywalk FeaturesTravellator, air conditioning, modern steel-frame design
PurposeSeamless, comfortable, and safe transfer between Aqua and Blue lines

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Aqua Line Metro train timing

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DayFirst TrainLast Train
Monday–Saturday6:00 AM (from both Depot Station & Sector 51)10:45 PM
Sunday8:00 AM (from both Depot Station & Sector 51)10:45 PM

First and last train timings of Aqua Line metro

StationFirst Train (Mon–Sat)First Train (Sunday)Last Train (All Days)
Noida Sector 516:00 AM8:00 AM10:00 PM
Noida Sector 506:02 AM8:02 AM10:02 PM
Noida Sector 766:04 AM8:04 AM10:03 PM
Noida Sector 1016:07 AM8:07 AM10:05 PM
Noida Sector 816:09 AM8:09 AM10:07 PM
NSEZ6:12 AM8:12 AM10:09 PM
Noida Sector 836:15 AM8:15 AM10:12 PM
Noida Sector 1376:17 AM8:17 AM10:14 PM
Noida Sector 1426:00 AM8:00 AM10:17 PM
Noida Sector 1436:02 AM8:02 AM10:19 PM
Noida Sector 1446:05 AM8:05 AM10:22 PM
Noida Sector 1456:08 AM8:08 AM10:24 PM
Noida Sector 1466:12 AM8:12 AM10:27 PM
Noida Sector 1476:14 AM8:14 AM10:29 PM
Noida Sector 1486:17 AM8:17 AM10:31 PM
Knowledge Park II6:21 AM8:21 AM10:35 PM
Pari Chowk6:24 AM8:24 AM10:37 PM
Alpha 16:27 AM8:27 AM10:39 PM
Delta 16:29 AM8:29 AM10:42 PM
GNIDA Office6:32 AM8:32 AM10:44 PM
Depot Station6:00 AM8:00 AM10:00 PM

Approximate travel time between key Aqua Line stations

Route SegmentApproximate Travel Time
Noida Sector 51 ↔ Depot Station (end-to-end)45 minutes
Noida Sector 51 ↔ Pari Chowk37 minutes (regular), 28–29 minutes (fast train, peak hours)
Noida Sector 51 ↔ Knowledge Park IIAbout 34 minutes
Noida Sector 51 ↔ Noida Sector 137About 17 minutes
Pari Chowk ↔ Depot StationAbout 8 minutes
Noida Sector 137 ↔ Depot StationAbout 28 minutes

Noida Metro fare in 2025

Distance/StationsRegular Fare (Mon–Sat)Sunday/Holiday Fare
1 station₹10₹10
2 stations₹15₹10
3–6 stations₹20₹15
7–9 stations₹30₹20
10–16 stations₹40₹30
17–21 stations (end-to-end)₹50₹40

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Safety Features Available on Aqua Line

Safety FeatureDescription
CCTV SurveillanceAll stations and trains are equipped with CCTV cameras for continuous monitoring and enhanced passenger security.
Platform Screen DoorsInstalled at all stations to prevent accidental falls and unauthorized track access.
Public Address & Emergency SystemsTrains have passenger information systems, public address, and emergency announcement systems linked to the control center.
Fire SafetyStations and trains are equipped with fire detection and suppression systems.
Security PersonnelDeployed at all stations for crowd management and assistance.
Solar-Powered StationsAll stations are powered by solar energy, ensuring operational safety and reliability.
CBTC Signaling SystemAdvanced signaling (CBTC) for safe and efficient train operations.
Penalties & FinesStrict penalties for offenses like unauthorized entry, nuisance, and vandalism to deter unsafe behavior.
COVID-19 ProtocolsMask-wearing and social distancing enforced during pandemic periods.

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Last-mile connectivity options for Aqua Line commuters

Last-mile Connectivity OptionDetails
Free E-rickshaw ServiceAvailable at Sector 51 (Aqua Line) and Sector 52 (Blue Line) stations for seamless interchange; runs on a dedicated 300m pathway between the two stations.
Feeder BusesNMRC operates feeder buses on 11 routes from Aqua Line stations, connecting major residential areas, offices, educational institutions, and hospitals.
E-cyclesE-cycle rental services launched to promote eco-friendly last-mile travel from metro stations.
Pedestrian WalkwayDedicated walkway between Sector 51 and Sector 52 for convenient interchange.
Auto-rickshaws & TaxisWidely available at most stations for onward travel to interior sectors and neighborhoods.
Future SkywalkA 420-meter skywalk with travellator is under construction to further improve the interchange between Aqua and Blue lines.

Penalties for offences in Aqua Line Metro

OffencePenalty
Travelling without ticket or pass₹100
Ticket-less travel (caught at exit)₹50 + maximum fare of the system
Travelling beyond permissible time limit (90 min)₹10 per hour (up to ₹50)
Exiting from same station after 30 min₹10 per hour (up to ₹50)
Losing QR ticket in paid area₹100
Travelling on roof of train₹50 or imprisonment up to 1 month or both
Drunkenness, nuisance, spitting, indecency₹200
Travelling without face mask₹500
Spitting in metro premises₹100
Unlawful entry/walking on metro track₹150
Obstructing train or train doors₹5,000
Carrying dangerous/offensive materialUp to 4 years imprisonment and/or ₹5,000
Defacing metro property₹200
Putting up posters/unauthorized advertisementsUp to 6 months imprisonment and/or ₹1,000
Obstructing officials on dutyUp to 1 year imprisonment and/or ₹1,000
Unauthorized sale of articles₹400
Unauthorized sale of tickets₹200
Tailgating (improper entry/exit)₹200
Reverse direction journey₹50

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FAQs

Ques: What is the Aqua Line Metro?

Ans: The Aqua Line is a metro corridor connecting Noida and Greater Noida, operated by the Noida Metro Rail Corporation (NMRC).

Ques: When did the Aqua Line start operations?

Ans: It began operations on 25 January 2019.

Ques: What is the total length of the Aqua Line?

Ans: The line is approximately 29.7 kilometers long with 21 stations.

Ques: Are Delhi Metro smart cards valid on the Aqua Line?

Ans: No, Delhi Metro smart cards are not accepted. You need an Aqua Line smart card or QR-coded ticket.

Ques: What are the first and last train timings?

Ans: First train starts at 6:00 AM (Monday–Saturday), 8:00 AM (Sunday); last train at 10:45 PM daily.
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