Augmented in 2017, Lucknow Metro has turned out to be a magnificent transit system for the city. Fiercely running on the North-South corridor, from Munshipulia to CCS Airport, Lucknow Metro is undoubtedly a much cleaner and safer commute option as compared to other means of public transport.
The procedure to take a metro ride is simple. Visit the station, get your token from the ticket counter, and catch your train! However, if you want to travel smart in this state-of-the-art facility, you can also opt for any of these 3 cards- GoSmart Card, Monthly Super Saver and special cards for tourists.
A perfect option for the daily commuters, this card be recharged as per need. Save yourself from the long queues and save 10% on your rides with this Go Smart card.
Additionally, a GoSmart Card can also be used for other metros of Uttar Pradesh like Kanpur, Varanasi, Meerut, Agra, Allahabad, Gorakhpur and Jhansi. It is valid for upto 10 years.
Cost of a GoSmart Card - ₹200, including ₹100 refundable security deposit
With minimal information like name and mobile number, any one can own a month-long Super Saver Card. Little heavy on the pocket, these cards let you travel at the eleventh-hour even though the sale of token is stalled 5 minutes before the last train.
With this crad, you can also save upto 30% on your bill at Royal Cafe and get a free entry to Anandi Magic World and Anandi Water Park!
Cost of a Super Saver Card - ₹1500 (one month), including ₹100 refundable security deposit
LMRC has also launched Special Tourist Cards for passengers seeking Lucknow Darshan. Through these cards one can enjoy pollution-free and air-conditioned unlimited rides for one to three days.
Cost of a Tourist Card - ₹100 (one day), ₹250 (three days), including ₹100 refundable security deposit
Providing last mile connectivity to inter-city travellers, Lucknow Metro has one station near the Lucknow Railway Station and one near Lucknow Airport. There are 21 operational stations out of which 18 are elevated and 3 are underground. Depending upon your boarding station, fare price across the metro network ranges from minimum ₹10 to a maximum of ₹60 per ride, at present.
In any case of emergency, call 0522-2288869 at LMRC helpline.