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Analyzing the Economics of a Six Coach Platform Metro System

Updated: Mar 30, 2023

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Metro rail systems are rail-based, mass rapid transit systems that operate on an exclusive right-of-way, often underground or elevated above street level, with an average speed of 20-35 km/h and a capacity of 50,000-75,000 passengers per hour, per direction. However, the construction cost of building a metro system is between 20-30 times higher than the Bus Rapid Transit system, depending on whether it is underground or elevated.

Bar Chart Plotted for each item unit cost


To help calculate the necessary budget for building a six-coach platform metro project, the fallowing data was provided based on the capital cost of construction data provided by Metro Authorities in India. This will provide an idea of the estimated cost and help plan the project accordingly.


Costs proposed here does not include taxes and duties and are based on 2019 data.


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