Hyderabad metro
Hyderabad: Passengers travelling on the Hyderabad Metro Rail will have to pay extra for their daily commutes, as the Metro authorities have introduced a new fare system that will be implemented from May 17, 2025.
The amendment follows suggestions provided by a Fare Fixation Committee (FFC) formed under Section 34 of the Metro Railways (Operation & Maintenance) Act, 2002. The committee, headed by a retired High Court judge, was mandated to propose a fresh fare structure consistent with affordability and financial viability.
The committee presented its report on January 25, 2023, and under Section 37 of the Act, its suggestions are binding on the Metro Railway Administration.
The officials said the new structure has been worked out in a way to balance operational feasibility of the Metro and affordability for the public. This is the first fare hike since the Metro started operations, and the move is likely to alleviate financial worries as maintenance expenses increase.
All Metro corridors will see the new fares from Friday, May 17.
| Fare Zone | KMs | Recommened Fares |
| 1 | Up to 2 kms | 12 |
| 2 | 2-4 | 18 |
| 3 | 4-6 | 30 |
| 4 | 6-9 | 40 |
| 5 | 9 to 12 | 50 |
| 6 | 12 to 15 | 55 |
| 7 | 15 to 18 | 60 |
| 8 | 18 to 21 | 66 |
| 9 | 21 to 24 | 70 |
| 10 | over 24 | 75 |
This post was last modified on May 15, 2025 5:39 pm