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Mumbai Metro-3 or the Aqua Line, which connects south Mumbai to the suburbs, is set to full open from September 30.
Will it take officegoers from Kalbadevi to the business hub of Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC)? What is the route and stations?
Mumbai Metro-3 Aqua Line: Know the stations
Worli to Cuffe Parade: The 10.99-km phase three, which will make the line fully operational, will be inaugurated on September 30, 2025.
The stations are: Science Museum, Mahalaxmi, Mumbai Central, Grant Road, Girgaon, Kalbadevi, CSMT, Hutatma Chowk, Churchgate, Vidhan Bhavan, Cuffe Parade.
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BKC to Worli: The 9.8-km phase has six stations — Dharavi, Shitaladevi Temple, Dadar, Siddhivinayak Temple, Worli and Acharya Atre Chowk (Worli Naka).
Aarey Colony to Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC): The 12.69-km phase has 10 stations — BKC, Bandra Colony, Santacruz, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) T1, Sahar Road, CSMIA T 2, Marol Naka, Andheri, SEEPZ and Aarey Colony JVLR (the only station at grade).

? Mumbai Metro Schedule Update:
?️Effective 15th Sept 2025 (Monday)
? First train departs at 05.55 hrs from Terminal Stations i.e., Aarey JVLR & Acharya Atre Chowk (Earlier:06.30 am)
➡️Last train continues to depart at 22:30 hrs
Travel efficiently. Stay punctual.
? मेट्रो… pic.twitter.com/4vZX4BA9Ab
— MumbaiMetro3 (@MumbaiMetro3) September 14, 2025

How to travel from Kalbadevi to BKC via Mumbai Metro-3?
You can board the Mumbai Metro-3 at Kalbadevi Metro station and take the train going in the downward direction. Crossing stations such as Dharavi, Worli, Acharya Atre Chowk (Worli Naka), you can reach BKC.
Will Mumbai Metro-3 cover the distance between Kalbadevi and BKC in less time compared to taxi or cab?
Mumbai Metro-3 will cover the 17-km distance in around 28-30 minutes.
Road travel by taxi or cab or car, takes around 25-35 minutes, which can stretch to 45-60 minutes during peak hours.
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How Mumbai Metro-3 will save time
Once the PM inaugurates the 10.99-km section from Worli to Cuffe Parade, Mumbaiites will be able to travel from Aarey to Colaba in one hour, saving their one-two hours. The Worli to Cuffe Parade distance will be covered in 15 minutes.
BKC to Worli distance will be covered in 13-15 minutes. The commute takes 45-60 minutes by road.
What are Mumbai Metro-3 timings?
The first train departs at 05.55 hrs from Terminal Stations i.e., Aarey JVLR & Acharya Atre Chowk. Last train continues to depart at 22:30 hrs.
What is Mumbai Metro-3 train frequency?
Peak hours: Every 6-6.5 minutes
Non-peak hours: Trains every 15-20 minutes
Andheri to Cuffe Parade will be covered in 45-50 minutes, while CSMIA T2 to BKC in 10-12 minutes.
How can you book Mumbai Metro-3 tickets online and offline?
Purchase options: Station counters, ticket vending machines, MetroConnect3 app, or QR tickets, RuPay National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) or Mumbai 1 card.

प्रवाशांसाठी एक आनंदाची बातमी! ११ जून पासून अॅक्वालाईनवर एनसीएमसी कार्ड वापरता येणार आहे. यामुळे तुमचा प्रवास अधिक सोयीस्कर होईल.
Passengers will be able to use the NCMC card on the Aqualine starting from 11th June. This card will make your travel seamless.#Aqualine… pic.twitter.com/Th5honZOFC
— MumbaiMetro3 (@MumbaiMetro3) June 11, 2025

What are Mumbai Metro-3 fares?
Phase 1 (Aarey-BKC): Rs 10-50
Phase 2 extension (Aarey-Acharya Atre): Fare up to Rs 60
Full corridor (Aarey-Colaba): Rs 70

MMRC offers seamless network connectivity from Aarey JVLR to Bandra Kurla Complex
Mumbai, October 06, 2024: Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC) will provide network connectivity to its commuters to improve their travel experience on Metro Line-3 from Aarey JVLR to BKC station.…
— MumbaiMetro3 (@MumbaiMetro3) October 6, 2024

Mumbai Metro-3: Why officegoers and Mumbaiites are relieved
Phase 1: Cut 650,000 car trips daily, reducing road congestion by 35% and saving 3.54 lakh litres of fuel/day.
Phase 2A: With over 32,000 passengers/day within two days of launch, connecting key business hubs (BKC, Worli, Dadar).
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It is directly connected to business hubs such as SEEPZ, MIDC, BKC, Worli, Lower Parel, Fort, Cuffe Parade. Railway interchanges at Dadar, Mumbai Central, Churchgate, and CSMT make switching faster.
Line 3 does not have to bother with road congestion, traffic lights, signal delays, and monsoon-related flooding as it fully underground.