Hyderabad Metro Rail Ticket Prices 2026 — Fares & Payment

How to Pay

Metro Smart Card
Token (single-trip)
UPI (QR at machines)
Paytm

💡 The Metro Smart Card gives a 10% discount on all fares and saves time at ticket counters. Buy at any station customer care centre for ₹50 deposit + ₹100 minimum balance.

Peak Hours

No peak surcharge — flat distance-based fares at all times — trains are busiest during these hours. Fares do not change by time of day, but expect crowded carriages during rush hour.

Fare Table (INR)

Distance	Off-Peak	Peak
0–2 km	₹10	₹10
2–4 km	₹20	₹20
4–8 km	₹30	₹30
8–12 km	₹40	₹40
12–18 km	₹50	₹50
18+ km	₹60	₹60

Payment Cards & Passes

Tips to Save Money

Use the Hyderabad Metro Smart Card instead of buying a single-journey ticket every time — it's faster and usually cheaper.
Travel off-peak — No peak surcharge — flat distance-based fares at all times. Fares are lower and trains are less crowded outside these hours.
Top up your Smart Card using UPI at any station machine — no cash needed and credit is instant.
Download the official app to calculate fares before travel and buy QR code tickets to avoid queues.
The metro is always cheaper than taxis for the airport journey — see the airport connection guide for fares and timings.
Check the Hyderabad Metro Rail Limited (HMRL) / L&T Metro Rail official website for any promotional passes or tourist cards that may offer unlimited travel for a fixed period.
Plan journeys using the official app — some operators offer digital tickets that are slightly cheaper than physical tokens.

Fares are indicative and subject to change. Always verify current fares at the Hyderabad Metro Rail Limited (HMRL) / L&T Metro Rail official website.

🇮🇳 Hyderabad Metro Rail Ticket Prices 2026