How to Pay
- Metro Smart Card
- Token (single-trip)
- UPI at machines
💡 Smart Card available at ₹50 deposit + minimum balance at any Maha-Metro station. Use UPI for quick recharge at machines.
Peak Hours
No peak surcharge — distance-based fares — 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 |
| 3–8 km | ₹20 | ₹20 |
| 8–14 km | ₹30 | ₹30 |
| 14+ km | ₹40 | ₹40 |
Payment Cards & Passes
Pune Metro Smart Card Guide 2026
How to pay for the Pune Metro — Smart Card, token, and UPI payment options for 2026.
- Faster entry — no token queue.
- UPI recharge at all station machines.
- Refundable ₹50 deposit.
Tips to Save Money
- Use the Pune Metro Smart Card instead of buying a single-journey ticket every time — it's faster and usually cheaper.
- Travel off-peak — No peak surcharge — distance-based fares. 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 Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation (Maha-Metro) 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 Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation (Maha-Metro) official website.