The Mumbai Metro Line 3 also known as the Aqua Line is designed to connect South Mumbai to the western suburbs. This ongoing project is being implemented in three phases by the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL). Once completed, the 33.5-km-long Mumbai Metro Line 3 will be the first underground metro line in Mumbai. In this guide, know in detail about the Mumbai Metro Line 3, route map, status and operations.
Mumbai Metro Lines 3: Project details
The Mumbai Metro 3 project is a 50:50 partnership between the Government of Maharashtra (GoM) and Government of India (GoI). The project was approved in 2018 and the estimated project cost is Rs 33,405 crore. Once completed, the 33.5-km-long Mumbai Metro Line 3 will be the first underground metro line in Mumbai. The project has been financed by Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) with around 57.2% through ODA loan of Rs 13,235 crore that has to be repaid within 30 years at 1.15% rate of interest for project activities and 0.01% rate of interest for consulting services.
Mumbai Metro Line 3 Phase-1 inaugurated by PM Modi on October 5, 2024
Phase-1 of the Mumbai Metro 3 from Aarey-JVLR to BKC was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 5, 2024. According to media reports, phase -1 of Mumbai Metro 3 has a daily ridership of 22,000 passengers.
Mumbai Metro Line 3 Phase 2 to be open by April 2025
The phase 2 of the Mumbai Metro 3 Aqua Line between Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) and Worli is expected to open for the public by the end of April or early May, 2025. This phase will cover six key stations of the Mumbai Metro Line 3 namely Dharavi, Shitladevi, Dadar, Siddhivinayak, Worli and Acharya Atre Chowk. The fare from Aarey to Acharya Atre Chowk is fixed at Rs 60.
Presently, the Commissioner of Metro Rail Safety (CMRS) is conducting inspections of the Mumbai Metro 3 phase 2 corridor. This is a crucial step before starting operations of Aqua Line’s phase 2. The BKC-Dharavi segment of the Mumbai Metro 3 is known for crossing under the Mithi River.
Here’s an exclusive first look of #Dharavi Metro Station, built using the cut-and-cover methodology along the banks of #MithiRiver. The station has successfully navigated several challenges, including land acquisition, traffic diversions, and diversion of multiple utilities… pic.twitter.com/Q4uOTRZlRT
— MumbaiMetro3 (@MumbaiMetro3) April 8, 2025
Mumbai Metro Line 3 Phase 3 to be open by July 2025
The phase 3 of the of the Mumbai Metro 3 Aqua Line between Worli and Cuffe Parade spanning 13 km is expected to open for public by July 2025. Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis informed the Legislative Assembly on March 7, 2025 that 95% of the Mumbai Metro 3 is complete and security trails are being conducted. This route will improve connectivity to residential and cultural sites such as the St. Michael’s Church, the Shitladevi Temple and the Siddhivinayak Temple.
Mumbai Metro Line 3 map
Source: MMRCL
Mumbai Metro Line 3 route: Key facts
| Name | Mumbai Metro Line 3 /Aqua Line |
| Inaugurated on | October 5, 2024 |
| Length and Stations | 33.5 km and 27 stations |
| Metro type | Rapid Transit Metro System |
| Mumbai Metro Line 3 funding | Loan from Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), equity contribution from the centre and state governments and other subordinate debt |
| Project cost | Rs 33,405 Cr |
| Construction type | Underground and at grade |
| Number of coaches | 8 |
| Busiest station in Phase 1 | Marol Naka |
| Operator | Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL) |
See also: Mumbai Metro Line 2B: Route,maps
Mumbai Metro Line 3 Phase-1 route: Quick facts
| Operations for public started on |
October 7, 2024 |
| Frequency | 6.5 minutes during rush hours
15-20 minutes during other times |
| Number of trips in a day | 96 trips |
| Estimated daily ridership in phase-1 | 4 lakh |
Which stations are on Metro line 3 in Mumbai?
Phase-1 of the Mumbai Metro Line 3 consists of the following stations.
- BKC
- Bandra Colony
- Santacruz
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) T1
- Sahar Road
- CSMIA T2
- Marol Naka
- Andheri
- SEEPZ
- Aarey Colony JVLR (the only station at grade level)
Mumbai Metro Line 3 Phase 1 timing
| On weekdays | 6.30 am to 10.30 pm |
| On holidays | 8.30 am to 10.30 pm |
Mumbai Metro Line 3 fare
| Minimum fare | Rs 10 |
| Maximum fare | Rs 50 |
How to purchase tickets for Mumbai Metro-3?
One can buy Mumbai Metro 3 tickets through the MetroConnect3 app or the physical counters at each station.
Mumbai Metro Line 3 route: Phases
Mumbai Metro Line 3 is divided into three phases. The names of 11 stations of the Mumbai Metro 3 are changed so that they are more local and depict the place where they are present.
The phase-1 part of the Mumbai Metro Line 3 route is from Aarey-JVLR (SEEPZ) to Bandra Metro Station now renamed as (Bandra Kurla Complex).
The phase-2 of the Mumbai Metro Line 3 route is from Bandra to Worli. The metro stations in this route are located in commercial and residential areas that provide connectivity to corporate offices, educational institutions and religious landmarks.
The phase-3 of the Seepz to Colaba Metro route will be from Worli to Cuffe Parade.
Mumbai Metro Line 3: List of stations
| Name | Name changed to | |
| Cuffe Parade | ||
| Badhwar Park | ||
| Vidhan Bhawan | ||
| Churchgate | ||
| Hutatma Chowk | ||
| CST Metro | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus Metro | |
| Kalbadevi | ||
| Girgaon | ||
| Grant Road | ||
| Mumbai Central | Jagannath Shankar Sheth Metro | |
| Mahalaxmi | ||
| Science Museum | Science Centre | |
| Acharya Atrey Chowk | ||
| Worli | ||
| Siddhivinayak Temple | ||
| Dadar | ||
| Shitladevi Temple | Shitala Devi Mandir | |
| Dharavi | ||
| Income Tax Office BKC | ||
| Vidyanagri | Bandra Colony | |
| Santa Cruz | Santa Cruz Metro | |
| Mumbai Domestic Airport | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport – T1 | |
| Sahar Road | ||
| Mumbai International Airport | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport – T2 | |
| Marol Naka | ||
| MIDC | MIDC – Andheri | |
| SEEPZ | ||
| Aarey Colony | Aarey JVLR |
The names of 11 stations of the Mumbai Metro 3 are changed so that they are more local and depict the place where they are present.
Mumbai Metro Line 3 route: Phases
The phase-1 part of the Mumbai Metro Line 3 route is from Aarey-JVLR (SEEPZ) to Bandra metro station now renamed as (Bandra Kurla Complex).
The phase-2 of the Mumbai Metro Line 3 route is from Bandra to Worli and the phase-3 of the Seepz to Colaba Metro route will be from Worli to Cuffe Parade.
| Phase | Route |
| Phase- 1 | Aarey JVLR to BKC
Aarey JVLR, Seepz, MIDC Andheri, Marol Naka, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (T2), Sahar Road, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (T1), Santacruz Metro, Bandra Colony and BKC. |
| Phase- 2 | BKC to Worli
Dharavi, Shitala Devi Mandir, Dadar, Siddhivinayak Temple, Worli, Acharya Atre Chowk. |
| Phase- 3 | Worli to Cuffe Parade
Science Centre ,Mahalakshmi, Jagannath Shankar Sheth Metro, Grant Road, Girgaon, Kalbadevi, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus Metro, Hutatma Chowk, Churchgate, Vidhan Bhavan, Cuffe Parade |
Mumbai Metro Line 3 route connectivity
- Mumbai Metro Line 3 is expected to reduce the traffic load by nearly 15%.
- Mumbai Metro Line 3 will run along Colaba-Bandra-SEEPZ corridor. It will connect key financial hubs, such as Nariman Point, Bandra-Kurla-Complex, Fort, Worli, Lower Parel, Goregaon, etc.
- Mumbai Metro Line 3 will provide connectivity to airport, Nariman Point, Cuffe Parade, Kalbadevi, Worli, BKC, Airport, SEEPZ, and MIDC.
- It will connect two important heritage stations of Mumbai, that is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus and Churchgate.
- The Aqua Line would help in replacing the existing suburban trains at Churchgate, CSTM, Mumbai Central, and Mahalakshmi. The existing suburban train facility would go hand-in-hand with the Mumbai Metro Line 3 to take train services closer to other city areas.
Mumbai Metro Line 3 route extension
As per the original approved plan, the Mumbai Metro Line 3 was supposed to terminate at Cuffe Parade. However, the state government is exploring the option of extending it till Navy Nagar.
Mumbai Metro Line 3: Real estate impact
Mumbai Metro Line 3, or Aqua Line connects south Mumbai and the western suburbs, both have a very sought after real estate market. Most projects in these areas will be either resale, or redevelopment projects as fresh land availability is not there. There are redevelopment projects taken by reputed developers in Andheri, Bandra, BKC and Mahim among other locations.
Marol is one of the busiest stations in Mumbai Metro 3 as per reports. According to Housing.com, average rent is Rs 44,027. The rental range is between Rs 33,000 and Rs 63,000.
Mentioned below is the approximate property costs when you are looking at buying or renting in Phase-1 of the Mumbai Metro Line 3 route.
| Location | Average price for buying | Price range per sqft for buying | Average rent | Price range (rent) |
| Goregaon | Rs 20,368 per sqft | Rs 8,679 – Rs 1 Lakh | Rs 61,455 | Rs 17,500 – Rs 1 Lakh |
| Jogeshwari | Rs 19,892 per sqft | Rs 10,465 – Rs 35,300 | Rs 61,727 | Rs 28,000 – Rs 1 Lakh |
| Andheri | Rs 28,133 per sqft | Upto Rs 60,000 | Rs 85,533 | Rs 26,000 – Rs 2 Lakh |
| Vile Parle (East)
|
Rs 30,912 per sqft | Rs 11,666 to Rs 50,000 | Rs 94,999 | Rs 35,000 to Rs 1 lakh |
| Santacruz (West)
|
Rs 43,898 per sqft | Rs 14,275 to Rs 1 lakh | Rs 1 lakh | Rs 32,000 to Rs 3 lakh |
| Khar (west) | Rs 45,253 per sqft | Rs 19,333 – Rs 65,476 | Rs 1 lakh | Rs 50,000 – Rs 3 Lakh |
| Bandra | Rs 33,513 per sqft | Rs 14,964 – Rs 70,454 | Rs 1 lakh | Rs 55,000 to Rs 2 lakh |
Source: Housing.com
Housing.com POV
Mumbai Metro 3 is one of the most looked forward to metro lines in Mumbai as this will connect one of the busiest segments in the city. With this operational, people will have more options to travel from anywhere in the city to South Mumbai instead of getting stuck with only Harbour Line or Western Line options of the Indian Railway. This will also declutter the traffic that is caused during peak hours. The Mumbai Metro Line 3 will complement the Mumbai Coastal Road, Mumbai Trans Harbour Link Road and the Mumbai Freeway to ease travel to and fro to South Mumbai.
FAQs
What is the other name for Mumbai Metro Line 3?
Mumbai Metro Line 3 is also known as the Aqua Line.
When is Mumbai Metro 3 expected to be fully complete?
Mumbai Metro Line 3 is expected to be fully complete by 2025.
How many stations are there on the Mumbai Metro Line 3?
As per MMRDA, there are 27 metro stations on the Mumbai Metro Line 3.
Which suburban train stations will have connectivity with the Mumbai Metro Line 3?
Churchgate, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus Metro, Jagannath Shankar Sheth Metro.
When will the Mumbai Metro 3 Phase-1 operations start?
Mumbai Metro 3 Phase-1 operations will start on October 7, 2024.
Names of how many stations have been renamed in Mumbai Metro 3?
Around 11 stations have been renamed in Mumbai Metro 3.
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