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🚆 Ahmedabad Metro: GNLU to Kankaria East

The Ahmedabad Metro journey from GNLU to Kankaria East involves an interchange at Motera Stadium — from the Violet Line to the Red Line. Total distance is 23 km with an estimated travel time of 45 minutes across 13 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Ahmedabad Metro runs along the Violet Line, with an interchange to the Red Line at Motera Stadium. GNLU station has been operational since 2024. Kankaria East station opened in 2022.

🗺️ Ahmedabad Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Ahmedabad Metro route map to plan the journey from GNLU to Kankaria East. It includes the interchange, station-by-station route, travel time, distance and Ahmedabad Metro ticket price in one place. If you are comparing a metro map, metro route map or metro fare before travelling, the route summary below provides the live journey data available for this corridor.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~45 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 40
🎟️ Discounted: INR 36
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

GNLU

Violet Line
→ Next: motera_stadium (16 min)
2

Motera Stadium

Violet Line
🏁 Terminal Station
3

Motera Stadium

Red Line
→ Next: sabarmati (2 min)
4

Sabarmati

Red Line
→ Next: aec (2 min)
5

AEC

Red Line
→ Next: ranip (4 min)
6

Ranip

Red Line
→ Next: vadaj (1 min)
7

Vadaj

Red Line
→ Next: vijay_nagar (2 min)
8

Vijay Nagar

Red Line
→ Next: usmanpura (2 min)
9

Usmanpura

Red Line
→ Next: old_high_court (1 min)
10

Old High Court

Red Line
🏁 Terminal Station
11

Old High Court

Blue Line
→ Next: shahpur (2 min)
12

Shahpur

Blue Line
→ Next: gheekanta (2 min)
13

Gheekanta

Blue Line
→ Next: kalupur (3 min)
14

Kalupur

Blue Line
→ Next: kankaria_east (2 min)
15

Kankaria East

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

GNLU → Motera Stadium

📏 Distance: 8.26 km
⏱️ Time: 16 min
3

Motera Stadium → Sabarmati

📏 Distance: 1.29 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
🔄 Transfer: Red Line
4

Sabarmati → Aec

📏 Distance: 1.14 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
5

AEC → Ranip

📏 Distance: 2.14 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
6

Ranip → Vadaj

📏 Distance: 0.85 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
7

Vadaj → Vijay Nagar

📏 Distance: 1.33 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
8

Vijay Nagar → Usmanpura

📏 Distance: 1.16 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
9

Usmanpura → Old High Court

📏 Distance: 0.99 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
11

Old High Court → Shahpur

📏 Distance: 1.47 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
🔄 Transfer: Blue Line
12

Shahpur → Gheekanta

📏 Distance: 1.31 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
13

Gheekanta → Kalupur

📏 Distance: 1.70 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
14

Kalupur → Kankaria East

📏 Distance: 1.18 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

GNLU

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Motera Stadium

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Motera Stadium

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Sabarmati

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

AEC

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Ranip

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Vadaj

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Vijay Nagar

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Usmanpura

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Old High Court

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Old High Court

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Shahpur

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Gheekanta

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Kalupur

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Kankaria East

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets

💡 Travel Tips

  • Arrive at least 5 minutes before the scheduled departure time
  • Check for any service advisories before traveling
  • Consider purchasing a smart card for faster boarding and discounts
  • During peak hours (8-10 AM and 5-7 PM), trains may be more crowded

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Route & Timing

Q: How many stops are there from GNLU to Kankaria East on the Ahmedabad Metro?
A: There are 13 stations on this route, covering 23 km. You need to change trains at Motera Stadium.

Q: What is the first and last Ahmedabad Metro from GNLU?
A: The first metro from GNLU departs at 6:00 AM and the last train is at 11:00 PM. Timings may vary — check the official metro app.

Q: How long does it take from GNLU to Kankaria East by Ahmedabad Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 45 minutes under normal conditions, covering 23 km across 13 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Ahmedabad Metro fare from GNLU to Kankaria East?
A: The standard token fare is INR 40. With a smart card, you pay INR 36 (10% discount applied automatically).

Q: Is there a discount on Ahmedabad Metro tickets?
A: Yes. Smart card holders get a flat 10% discount on all fares. The fare from GNLU to Kankaria East drops from INR 40 to INR 36.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at GNLU metro station?
A: GNLU is equipped with: Parking, Toilets. The station has been operational since 2024.

Q: What facilities are available at Kankaria East metro station?
A: Kankaria East offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2022.

🏁 Conclusion

The Ahmedabad Metro route from GNLU to Kankaria East is a 23 km, 45-minute journey with one interchange at Motera Stadium. At INR 40 (or INR 36 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Ahmedabad.

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