Pune Metro Pink Line (Line 3) Opens November 4: Complete Guide to Stations, Fares & Booking
The Pune Metro Pink Line is finally here. Pune’s biggest metro upgrade is launching on November 4, 2026. The 23.2 km Hinjawadi–Shivajinagar corridor starts carrying passengers, and here is everything commuters need to know before day one.
If you live or work anywhere between Hinjawadi and Shivajinagar, your daily commute is about to change dramatically. Pune Metro’s Line 3 — the Pink Line — is finally launching, and it directly targets the city’s worst traffic corridor: the Baner–Balewadi–Hinjawadi stretch that thousands of IT professionals endure twice a day.
Pune Metro Pink Line: When Does It Open?
- Inauguration: November 3–4, 2026 (virtual inauguration by PM Narendra Modi; physical ceremony at Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Mhalunge-Balewadi, ~10:30 AM)
- First passenger train: November 4, 2026, at 6:00 AM
- Last train: Approximately 11:40 PM
- Full journey time: ~45 minutes from Maan to District Court — versus 1.5+ hours by road during peak hours
That’s a time saving of more than 50% on one of Pune’s most congested routes.
Pune Metro Pink Line: Which Stations Are Opening First?
Of the 23 stations on the corridor, 17 will be operational from day one. The remaining six will open in phases through end-November 2026 and January 2027. Trains will skip non-ready stations initially, and some stations will operate with a single staircase until finishing work completes.
Image source: PMRDA (Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority)
The 17 initial stations, in order:
- Maan
- Maan-MIDC Circle Phase-2
- Maan Bus Depot
- Hinjawadi Phase-2 Circle-1
- Hinjawadi Phase-2 Circle-2
- Padmabhushan Chowk
- Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Chowk (Hinjawadi)
- Hinjawadi Phase-1
- Wakad Chowk
- Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex (Mhalunge)
- MITCON (Balewadi)
- R. K. Laxman Museum (Balewadi)
- Aundh
- Sakal Nagar
- Savitribai Phule Pune University
- College of Agriculture
- District and Sessions Court (Shivajinagar)
Key coverage: Hinjawadi IT Park, Wakad, Balewadi, Aundh, Pune University, and Shivajinagar — the backbone of western Pune’s daily commute.
Pune Metro Pink Line: How Much Will It Cost?
| Line | Fare Range |
|---|---|
| Pink Line (Line 3) | ₹12 – ₹62 |
| Purple Line & Aqua Line (existing) | ₹10 – ₹35 |
Fares on the Pink Line are distance-based under a public-private partnership (PPP) model. A detailed station-to-station fare chart will be displayed at stations and released publicly soon.
Money-saving tips: Smart cards and student passes offer discounts on the existing network, and integrated ticketing across all lines is being actively promoted — so keep one card or app for your whole journey.
Pune Metro Pink Line: How to Book Tickets
Five options will be available from day one:
- Official Pune Metro / Maha Metro app — generate a QR ticket instantly (fastest option)
- WhatsApp ticketing — message the official number (9420101990 was previously used; confirm the current number at your station) and follow the chatbot
- Ticket counters at stations — cash, card, and UPI accepted
- Automatic Ticket Vending Machines (ATVMs/TVMs) at stations
- Maha Metro smart cards — compatibility with the new line is expected
How it works: Generate your QR code, scan it at the entry gate, and board. Digital tickets help you skip counter queues entirely — especially useful on opening week when footfall will be high.
Pune Metro Pink Line: How It Connects to the Network
The Pink Line will eventually interchange with the existing Purple Line and Aqua Line at the Civil Court / District Court area, creating a connected network across the city.
Current operational network:
- Purple Line (Line 1): PCMC Bhavan to Swargate (partially underground), ~13 stations open
- Aqua Line (Line 2): Vanaz to Ramwadi, fully operational
- Daily ridership on existing lines: Already 1.5–2 lakh passengers
Coming extensions (under construction): PCMC–Nigdi, Swargate–Katraj, Ramwadi–Wagholi, and Vanaz–Chandni Chowk. The state recently approved ₹180 crore in fresh funding to accelerate these projects.
Why the Pune Metro Pink Line Matters
Line 3 directly serves Hinjawadi — Pune’s largest IT hub — and is expected to carry 2–2.5 lakh passengers daily once fully operational. For anyone who has sat through the Baner–Balewadi–Hinjawadi crawl, this is the alternative they’ve been waiting for. It also offers a realistic option for students commuting to Pune University and Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) campuses.
The Pune Metro Pink Line First-Rider Checklist
✅ Download the official Pune Metro app in advance — set up your account before launch day
✅ Check the station fare chart on arrival (or in the app) before buying
✅ Arrive early on opening day — high footfall is expected at Hinjawadi and Shivajinagar stations
✅ Keep a backup payment method — UPI, card, or cash — in case of app congestion
✅ Verify timings and station readiness via the official app/website closer to your travel date, as minor changes are possible
Information is based on official announcements as of October 31, 2026. Timings, station readiness, and fare details may change slightly — always confirm via the official Pune Metro app or at your station before travelling.
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