Bengaluru Namma Metro Fare Hike: Revised Rates, Peak & Non-Peak Prices, QR Ticket Discounts, and More

Bengaluru Metro commuters will see a significant change in their travel expenses as the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) implements a fare hike. The increase, averaging around 50%, comes after recommendations from the Fare Fixation Committee. For the first time, the Metro will also introduce peak and non-peak hour pricing.

Here’s everything you need to know about the new fare structure, discounts, and how it might affect your daily commute.

Bengaluru Namma Metro Fare Hike: Revised Rates

The maximum fare for a Metro ride will increase from ₹60 to ₹90, and the minimum smart card balance required has also been raised from ₹50 to ₹90. Here’s the updated fare breakdown based on distance:

• 0-2 km– ₹10
• 2-4 km – ₹20
• 4-6 km– ₹30
• 6-8 km – ₹40
• 8-10 km – ₹50
• 10-12 km – ₹60
• 15-20 km – ₹70
• 20-25 km – ₹80
• 25-30 km and above – ₹90

Bengaluru Namma Metro: Peak vs. Non-Peak Hour Price

To ease congestion during busy hours and reward off-peak travellers, BMRCL has introduced a discount system for smart card users. Here’s how it works:

• Peak Hours: Smart card users get a 5% discount.
• Non-Peak Hours: An additional 5% discount, totalling 10% off.

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Bengaluru Namma Metro: When Are Non-Peak Hours?

• Early Morning: From Metro opening until 8 AM
• Midday: 12 PM to 4 PM
• Evening: 9 PM to closing time (only on weekdays)
• Sundays and National Holidays: Flat 10% discount on all smart card fares.

What About QR Code Tickets?

If you’re someone who relies on QR code tickets, there’s some bad news. The 5% discount previously offered on QR tickets has been removed, leading to fare increases of up to 80% on certain routes.

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