The Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) has finally made its entry in Meerut with the starting of the train services in the city from Sunday. The trains, which were so far only operational in Ghaziabad, will now be going up to Meerut South station.
The station is not only for RRTS services, but also for the city metro. Further, it is also the largest parking facility in Uttar Pradesh along the RRTS corridor, an official statement said on Sunday.
“The Meerut South RRTS station opened for passenger operations today (Sunday) at 2:00 PM. With the addition of this eight km section, a total of 42 km of the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS corridor is now operational, covering nine stations from Sahibabad in Ghaziabad to Meerut South in Meerut,” the statement added.
Meerut South station serves as the gateway to Meerut, making travel easier for commuters from Mohiuddinpur, Bhudbaral, Bahadurpur, Aminagar, Chhajjupur, Kharkhoda, Kadarabad, and nearby areas. With the commencement of Namo Bharat train services from Meerut South, passengers will be able to reach Sahibabad in approximately 30 minutes.
TIMING, TICKETS, FACILITIES
The Namo Bharat trains will operate from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm on the entire section from Sahibabad to Meerut South. “The first train in both directions will depart at 6:00 AM, and the last train will leave the terminal stations — Sahibabad and Meerut South — at 10:00 PM,” it said.
The one-way discounted fare for the Namo Bharat train will be Rs 110 for standard class from Sahibabad to Meerut South, and Rs 90 for standard class from Ghaziabad to Meerut South.
The Meerut South RRTS station will feature the largest parking facility in Uttar Pradesh along the RRTS corridor, enhancing passenger convenience.
“Two parking lots, situated on either side of the station’s entry/exit, cover approximately 13,000 square meters. These lots can accommodate around 1,200 four-wheelers and two-wheelers. Additionally, dedicated parking for auto-rickshaws is available. The station has been designed to facilitate easy pickup and drop-off for vehicles arriving from both Meerut and Delhi, with direct access from the main road,” it said.
To accommodate passengers with disabilities, the station includes a designated parking area and ramps for easy access, ensuring that they can conveniently travel on the Namo Bharat train.
LOCAL METRO SERVICES, RRTS & CONNECTIVITY
In addition to RRTS trains, the station will also serve local metro services for the Meerut region. The station has three tracks—two for RRTS trains and one for metro services—across three platforms.
The station comprises three levels: ground, mezzanine, concourse and platform. It spans approximately 215 meters in length, 36 meters in width and 22 meters in height.
The entire section of 82 km with 25 stations between Delhi and Meerut is expected to be ready by June 2025. Of the total length of 82 km, Uttar Pradesh accounts for 68 km. Modipuram and Modipuram Depot are the last stoppages of the RRTS in Meerut as of the current plan from Delhi.
The RRTS will enter Delhi from Anand Vihar, which will be the next stop after Sahibabad. In Delhi, RRTS will have stoppages at New Ashok Nagar, Sarai Kale Khan and Jangpura. The service now connects Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, Guldhar, Duhai, Duhai Depot, Murad Nagar, Modi Nagar South, Modi Nagar North and Meerut South.
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