Checked on 14 October 2026 against CIDCO, MMRDA and Maharashtra Government pages, linked under Sources & Verification below. Fares and train timings change, so confirm them at the station counter or in the Mumbai One app before you travel.
The Navi Mumbai Metro’s Line 1 runs 11.10 km between CBD Belapur and Pendhar, with 11 stations. CIDCO built it, and Maha Metro (Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation) operates and maintains it. This guide covers what commuters need: how to buy a ticket and what to check on fares, the station list, travel planning and the extensions that are approved.
Quick Answer
| Route | CBD Belapur ↔ Pendhar, 11.10 km, 11 stations, fully elevated |
| Fare | Depends on the distance you travel. Read the fare shown at the counter or in the Mumbai One app before you pay |
| Passes and cards | Ask at the station counter whether a pass or card is on offer |
| How to buy a ticket | QR ticket at the station counter, or in the Mumbai One app |
| WhatsApp and NCMC ticketing | CIDCO’s notice of 17 June 2025 listed both as coming soon. Ask at the station whether they are running |
| Train timings | Check the timetable at your boarding station or ask at the counter for the first and last train in your direction |
| Airport connection | No metro reaches the airport yet. Line 1A and Line 2 were approved on 9 June 2026 and Metro Line 8 (airport to airport) on 27 January 2026. The Maharashtra Government’s 4 August 2026 release lists all three as future projects |
Route Map: CBD Belapur to Pendhar
Line 1 connects CBD Belapur and Pendhar through 11 stations. This diagram shows station order and is not geographically scaled. The line is elevated for its full 11.10 km.
Line 1: The Complete Overview
Navi Mumbai Metro Line 1 is the only Navi Mumbai Metro line open to passengers. CIDCO’s Budget 2026-27 statement says it opened to the public on 17 November 2023 after authorisation from the Commissioner of Metro Rail Safety, and that Maha Metro is the operation and maintenance agency for 10 years from that date, with a CIDCO General Manager (O&M) supervising its day-to-day work. QR ticketing started on the line on 17 June 2025, and MMRDA’s 9 October 2025 release lists Navi Mumbai Metro among the operators in the Mumbai One app. The same CIDCO statement reports ridership of over 1.15 crore in the first two years.
All 11 Stations on Line 1
Maha Metro’s tender notice NM1/E&M-05/2026 of 8 May 2026, for maintenance of the line’s electrical and mechanical systems, names the Line 1 stations in this order from Belapur to Pendhar:
- Belapur Terminal (the CBD Belapur end of the line)
- RBI Colony
- Belpada
- Utsav Chowk
- Kendriya Vihar
- Kharghar Village
- Central Park
- Pethpada
- Amandoot
- Pethali-Taloja
- Pendhar
Spelling on station signs can differ from the tender: the tenth station is written Pethali-Taloja there and Petali-Taloja in some other places, so go by the sign at the station. At the Belapur end, CIDCO’s 2016 station table (archived copy of its website) lists suburban railway connectivity at the terminal. That table uses the older station names, so confirm the entrance and walking route to the railway station when you get there. Our route map guide shows which Navi Mumbai areas have a metro station.
Navi Mumbai Metro Fare 2026
Fares on Line 1 depend on the distance between your start and end stations. Buy a QR ticket at the station counter or in the Mumbai One app, and read the fare shown before you pay. MMRDA’s 9 October 2025 release says the app adds no charge for the user on top of the fare. Fares can be revised, so go by the amount shown when you buy, not by a figure from an older article.
| What you want to know | What to do |
|---|---|
| Fare for your trip | Choose your start and end stations at the counter or in the Mumbai One app. The fare is shown before you pay. |
| Where to buy | Station counter (QR ticket) or the Mumbai One app. Our Mumbai One app guide covers the app. |
| Any extra app charge | MMRDA’s release says none on top of the fare. |
Belapur-Pendhar Ticket Price
The full run from Belapur Terminal to Pendhar is 11.10 km, the longest trip on the line. Choose those two stations at the counter or in the app to see the fare for the full journey. Fares can be revised, so go by the amount shown when you buy.
Navi Mumbai Metro Monthly Pass
Ask at the station counter whether a monthly pass or frequent-traveller card is on offer for Line 1, and check this before you buy single tickets for a daily commute. CIDCO’s notice of 17 June 2025 listed the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) as coming soon on the line, so ask whether it is accepted now.
How to Buy a Ticket
You can buy a Line 1 ticket at the station counter as a QR ticket, or in the Mumbai One app. These are the options described in CIDCO and MMRDA notices:
| Method | What the notices say |
|---|---|
| QR ticket at the station counter | CIDCO’s notice of 17 June 2025 (in Marathi) records the start of QR ticketing on Line 1, opened at Belapur station. |
| Mumbai One app | MMRDA’s 9 October 2025 release lists Navi Mumbai Metro among the operators in the app, with no extra charge to the user on top of the fare. MMRDA’s 12 August 2026 release (PRC/PR/40/2026) reports 3,38,718 Navi Mumbai Metro Line 1 tickets booked through the app. |
| WhatsApp and NCMC | CIDCO’s June 2025 notice listed WhatsApp ticketing and NCMC as coming soon. Ask at the station counter whether either is running now. |
| Cards and vending machines | Ask at the counter. Do not assume a card or a ticket machine is available at every station. |
Follow the Mumbai One app’s own instructions, and check your selected stations and ticket details before paying. If you prefer to pay at the station, allow a few extra minutes at the counter.
First & Last Metro Timings
Maha Metro operates the service. Check the timetable at your boarding station, or ask at the counter, for the first and last train in your direction, because timings can be revised.
| Your trip | What to check at the station |
|---|---|
| Early start | The first train in your direction from your boarding station. |
| Late return | The last train in your direction. Do not plan the last journey of the day to the minute. |
| Sunday or public holiday | Whether a different schedule applies that day. |
| Boarding between the terminals | Terminal departure times are not the times at intermediate stations, so leave a margin. |
Frequency
The interval between trains can differ between peak and off-peak hours and on Sundays and holidays. Check the timetable at your boarding station, or ask at the counter, before you plan a tight connection, for example to a suburban train at Belapur.
Rail & Bus Connectivity
At the Belapur end, CIDCO’s 2016 station table lists suburban railway connectivity at the terminal, so this is the station to use for a rail connection. Confirm the entrance and walking route at the station. From other stations along the corridor, local buses and auto-rickshaw stands are the usual way to finish a trip. Bus routes can change, so check current routes locally.
Passenger Facilities
Facilities can vary by station. Before you travel:
- Confirm the required station entrance and lift access if you need step-free travel.
- Check for any notices affecting your specific journey before heading out.
- Allow time for ticket purchase and security screening, especially at busier stations.
- Check the last train in your direction at the station.
- Confirm onward transport at your destination station separately.
Future Extensions
Fare-guide readers mainly need to know whether a service is available for their journey: it isn’t, for any of the extensions below. Briefly, beyond the operational Line 1:
| Project | Approval | Construction and opening plan | Passenger service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Line 1A (CBD Belapur to Sagar Sangam; 2 stations, 3.02 km elevated, per CIDCO’s Budget 2026-27 statement) | Cabinet Committee on Infrastructure, 9 June 2026: Rs 5,575 crore for Lines 1A and 2 together (official release, in Marathi) | CIDCO’s budget statement proposes construction from FY 2027-28 and full operations by FY 2031-32 for Lines 1A and 2. These are planning targets, not opening dates. | Not open |
| Line 2 (Pendhar to NMIA Terminal 4; 14.07 km elevated and 11 stations, per CIDCO’s Budget 2026-27 statement) | Cabinet Committee on Infrastructure, 9 June 2026, together with Line 1A | Same planning targets as Line 1A in CIDCO’s budget statement. | Not open |
| Line 8 / Gold Line (airport to airport, about 35 km, 20 stations, Rs 22,862 crore) | Cabinet Committee on Infrastructure, 27 January 2026 (official release, in Marathi); a Mumbai Metro line, separate from Line 1 and its extensions | CIDCO’s budget statement proposes construction during 2026 to 2030 and operations from 2030, as targets. | Not open |
Route alignments, construction schedules and opening dates for all of the above can change. The Maharashtra Government’s 4 August 2026 release (in Marathi) lists Lines 1A and 2 and Metro Line 8 among future metro projects. See CIDCO’s official Metro project information for the latest status, and our route map guide for which areas have a metro today. The Navi Mumbai Metro Line 2 guide covers the Pendhar to airport plan.
Airport Connectivity (NMIA)
Does Line 1 connect to Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA)? No. No metro line reaches the airport yet. Line 2, from Pendhar to NMIA Terminal 4, was approved on 9 June 2026 together with Line 1A, and the separate Metro Line 8 between the two airports was approved on 27 January 2026. CIDCO’s budget statement gives FY 2027-28 as the proposed construction start for Lines 1A and 2 and 2030 as the target for Line 8 operations. See our guide to reaching Navi Mumbai Airport for the options that run today.
Tips for First-Time Commuters
- Book through the Mumbai One app before you travel, or budget an extra few minutes at the counter for a QR ticket if you’d rather pay there. Confirm your selected stations and ticket details before paying either way.
- Returning late in the evening? Check the last train time for your direction at the station before you go, and leave a margin.
- Travelling on a Sunday or public holiday? Check at the station for that day’s schedule.
- Connecting from Mumbai’s suburban rail network? Belapur Terminal is the station to use. Confirm the walking route from the railway station when you get there.
- For onward local travel from any station, see our NMMT bus guide and auto-rickshaw and taxi fare guide.
Related guides: our Navi Mumbai Metro route map for stations and connections, and our Mumbai local train guide for suburban rail.
Sources & Verification
A note on terms: this guide uses “operational” for trains running to passengers and “approved” for projects a government body has cleared. Approved projects can take years to open, and CIDCO’s budget statement gives planning targets, not opening dates. The Navi Mumbai Metro Line 2 guide covers the planned Pendhar to airport extension.
Primary Sources
- CIDCO: Budget 2026-27 statement (162 pages): ridership and Line 1 opening on page 2 and page 12, Line 1A, Line 2 and Metro Line 8 on pages 6 to 8, Maha Metro as operation and maintenance agency on page 49
- CIDCO: metro introduction page (in Marathi): 11.10 km, 11 stations and the depot at Taloja Panchanand
- CIDCO: notice of 17 June 2025 (in Marathi) on the start of QR ticketing
- Maha Metro: tender notice NM1/E&M-05/2026 of 8 May 2026, which lists the Line 1 station names
- MMRDA: Mumbai One app launch release of 9 October 2025, listing Navi Mumbai Metro among the operators
- MMRDA: 12 August 2026 release (PRC/PR/40/2026), reporting 3,38,718 Navi Mumbai Metro Line 1 tickets through the app
- Maharashtra Government news releases (in Marathi): 27 January 2026 (Metro Line 8), 9 June 2026 (Lines 1A and 2) and 4 August 2026 (future metro projects)
Sources checked on 14 October 2026. These are plans, fares and timings that can change, so confirm them with CIDCO, Maha Metro or at the station. NaviMumbai.com is an independent information site and is not affiliated with CIDCO, MMRDA, Maha Metro or the Government of Maharashtra.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current Navi Mumbai Metro fare?
It depends on the distance you travel. Buy a QR ticket at the station counter or in the Mumbai One app and read the fare shown before you pay.
Is there a monthly pass for Navi Mumbai Metro?
Ask at the station counter whether a pass or card is on offer, since this can change. CIDCO’s notice of 17 June 2025 listed the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) as coming soon on Line 1.
How do I buy a Navi Mumbai Metro ticket?
At the station counter as a QR ticket, or in the Mumbai One app. CIDCO’s notice of 17 June 2025 records the start of QR ticketing, and MMRDA’s 9 October 2025 release lists Navi Mumbai Metro among the operators in the app, with no extra charge to the user on top of the fare.
Can I book a Navi Mumbai Metro ticket on WhatsApp?
Ask at the station before relying on it. CIDCO’s notice of 17 June 2025 listed WhatsApp ticketing as coming soon, and the options CIDCO and MMRDA describe today are the QR ticket at the counter and the Mumbai One app.
What time does the first and last metro run?
Check the timetable at your boarding station or ask at the counter for the first and last train in your direction, because timings can be revised. Do not plan a late return to the minute.
How many stations does Navi Mumbai Metro Line 1 have?
11 stations across 11.10 km, from CBD Belapur to Pendhar, according to CIDCO. Maha Metro’s tender notice of 8 May 2026 lists them in order as Belapur Terminal, RBI Colony, Belpada, Utsav Chowk, Kendriya Vihar, Kharghar Village, Central Park, Pethpada, Amandoot, Pethali-Taloja and Pendhar. Spellings on signs can differ.
How often do trains run?
The gap between trains can differ between peak and off-peak hours and on Sundays and holidays. Check the timetable at your boarding station before you plan a tight connection.
Is there a metro connection to Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA)?
No, not yet. Metro Line 2 (Pendhar to NMIA Terminal 4) was approved on 9 June 2026 and the separate Metro Line 8 (airport to airport) on 27 January 2026. The Maharashtra Government’s 4 August 2026 release lists both as future projects. See our guide to reaching Navi Mumbai Airport for the options that run today.
Which Navi Mumbai Metro station connects to the local train (suburban railway)?
Belapur Terminal, at the CBD Belapur end of the line. CIDCO’s 2016 station table lists suburban railway connectivity there. Confirm the entrance and walking route at the station.
What is Navi Mumbai Metro Line 1A?
Line 1A is a 3.02 km elevated stretch from CBD Belapur to Sagar Sangam with 2 stations, according to CIDCO’s Budget 2026-27 statement. The Cabinet Committee on Infrastructure approved it on 9 June 2026 together with Line 2. CIDCO’s statement proposes construction from FY 2027-28 as a planning target, so check CIDCO’s tender notices for any contract.
Is Metro Line 8 the same as Navi Mumbai Metro Line 1?
No. Metro Line 8 (the Gold Line) is a separate project of about 35 km connecting Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) to NMIA. The Maharashtra Government approved it on 27 January 2026. CIDCO’s budget statement says the proposed Line 1A would have an interchange with it.
