How to Pay
- Mumbai Metro Smart Card
- Token (paper ticket)
- UPI (QR at machines)
- Rupay/Visa/Mastercard at machines
💡 The Mumbai Metro Smart Card (₹50 deposit + ₹100 minimum balance) gives a 10% discount on fares and is faster than buying a token each time. Available at metro station counters.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 0–3 km | ₹10 | ₹10 |
| 3–12 km | ₹20 | ₹20 |
| 12–18 km | ₹30 | ₹30 |
| 18–24 km | ₹40 | ₹40 |
| 24–30 km | ₹50 | ₹50 |
| 30+ km | ₹60 | ₹60 |
Payment Cards & Passes
Mumbai Metro Smart Card Guide 2026
How to pay for Mumbai Metro in 2026 — smart card, token, UPI payments, and tips for using Line 1 and Line 3.
- 10% discount on all metro fares vs token purchase.
- Faster entry — just tap the card, no token queue.
- Refundable ₹50 deposit when returned at station counters.
Tips to Save Money
- Use the Mumbai 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 Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC) & MMRDA 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 Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC) & MMRDA official website.