Good news for Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar commuters! From February 15, 2025, Ahmedabad Metro will offer direct train connectivity between APMC, Gandhinagar Sector-1, and Gift City. This means passengers will no longer need to change trains at Motera Stadium or GNLU stations, making travel faster and more convenient.
The Metro Rail Safety Commission has approved an increase in metro frequency, ensuring a train every 30 minutes for commuters between Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar. The service will initially operate on a trial basis, and additional routes may be added based on passenger demand.
Key Benefits of the New Metro Service
• No Train Change Needed: Passengers traveling to Sector-1 and Gift City won’t have to change trains at Motera Stadium or GNLU anymore.
• Higher Frequency: Metro trains will run every 30 minutes, reducing waiting times.
• Better Connectivity: There will be direct metro service from APMC to Sector-1 and Gift City, with supporting bus services between GNLU and Gift City.
Metro Train Timetable: APMC-Motera Corridor to Gift City
For those traveling between APMC, Motera, GNLU, and Gift City, here’s the updated metro schedule:
| Trips | Motera | GNLU | Gift City |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 08:00 AM | 08:27 AM | 08:43 AM |
| 2 | 09:24 AM | 09:51 AM | 10:07 AM |
| 3 | 10:25 AM | 10:52 AM | 11:08 AM |
| 4 | 03:34 PM | 04:01 PM | 04:17 PM |
| 5 | 04:46 PM | 05:13 PM | 05:29 PM |
| 6 | 05:52 PM | 06:19 PM | 06:35 PM |
Return Timings: Gift City to APMC
| Trips | Gift City | GNLU | Motera |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 09:03 AM | 09:20 AM | 09:46 AM |
| 2 | 10:27 AM | 10:44 AM | 11:10 AM |
| 3 | 11:28 AM | 11:45 AM | 12:11 PM |
| 4 | 04:37 PM | 04:54 PM | 05:20 PM |
| 5 | 05:49 PM | 06:06 PM | 06:32 PM |
| 6 | 06:55 PM | 07:12 PM | 07:38 PM |
Metro Train Timetable: APMC-Motera Corridor to Sector 1
For those commuting to Sector-1, Gandhinagar, here’s the train schedule:
| Trips | Motera | GNLU | Sector-1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 08:26 AM | 08:53 AM | 09:21 AM |
| 2 | 08:55 AM | 09:22 AM | 09:50 AM |
| 3 | 09:55 AM | 10:22 AM | 10:50 AM |
| 4 | 10:55 AM | 11:22 AM | 11:50 AM |
| 5 | 11:25 AM | 11:52 AM | 12:20 PM |
| 6 | 11:59 AM | 12:26 PM | 12:54 PM |
| 7 | 12:35 PM | 01:02 PM | 01:30 PM |
| 8 | 01:10 PM | 01:37 PM | 02:05 PM |
| 9 | 01:46 PM | 02:13 PM | 02:41 PM |
| 10 | 02:22 PM | 02:49 PM | 03:17 PM |
| 11 | 02:58 PM | 03:25 PM | 03:53 PM |
| 12 | 04:11 PM | 04:38 PM | 05:06 PM |
| 13 | 05:23 PM | 05:50 PM | 06:18 PM |
| 14 | 06:22 PM | 06:49 PM | 07:17 PM |
Return Timings: Sector 1 to APMC
| Trips | Sector-1 | GNLU | Motera |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 08:00 AM | 08:29 AM | 08:55 AM |
| 2 | 09:25 AM | 09:54 AM | 10:20 AM |
| 3 | 09:54 AM | 10:23 AM | 10:49 AM |
| 4 | 10:54 AM | 11:23 AM | 11:49 AM |
| 5 | 11:54 AM | 12:23 PM | 12:49 PM |
| 6 | 12:24 PM | 12:53 PM | 01:19 PM |
| 7 | 12:58 PM | 01:27 PM | 01:53 PM |
| 8 | 01:34 PM | 02:03 PM | 02:29 PM |
| 9 | 02:09 PM | 02:38 PM | 03:04 PM |
| 10 | 02:45 PM | 03:14 PM | 03:40 PM |
| 11 | 03:21 PM | 03:50 PM | 04:16 PM |
| 12 | 03:57 PM | 04:26 PM | 04:52 PM |
| 13 | 05:11 PM | 05:40 PM | 06:06 PM |
| 14 | 06:10 PM | 06:39 PM | 07:05 PM |
| 15 | 07:21 PM | 07:50 PM | 08:16 PM |
Supporting Bus Services
• To further improve last-mile connectivity, bus services will operate every 30 minutes between GNLU and Gift City via PDEU (Pandit Deendayal Energy University).
• This bus service will help metro passengers conveniently reach their offices and destinations.
Why This Metro Service is a Game-Changer?
1. Seamless Connectivity: The metro now directly connects Ahmedabad to Gandhinagar’s business hub, reducing travel time.
2. No More Transfers: Commuters no longer need to change trains at Motera Stadium or GNLU, making their journey hassle-free.
3. Frequent Trains: A train every 30 minutes ensures less waiting time and more convenient travel.
4. Supports Business Growth: Gift City is India’s first international financial hub, and better metro connectivity will benefit professionals working there.
Conclusion
The introduction of direct Ahmedabad Metro services to Gandhinagar Sector-1 & Gift City is a major upgrade for daily commuters. Whether you are a student, office-goer, or business traveler, this direct metro route ensures faster, smoother, and more affordable connectivity.
With increased train frequency, no changeover hassles, and supporting bus services, this initiative makes Ahmedabad-Gandhinagar travel much easier.
So, get ready to travel smartly with Ahmedabad Metro from February 15, 2025! 🚆🚉
