Moving in big cities is a constant problem for citizens and travelers. The more traffic there is, the greater the concern of commuting. The establishment of the inner-city subway was the best facility available to people all over the world, and of course, it was also considered one of the best things for the environment. As a cultural and industrial city, Isfahan has a large population and this population increases during the travel days. The opening of the Isfahan subway for citizens and tourists has made commuting in this city easier than before. Hence we in tourism magazine Fly Today We have gone to Isfahan Metro to provide you with complete information about lines, routes, operating hours, etc.
History and additional information of Isfahan Metro
The idea of creating an urban railway network in Isfahan was raised between 1345 and 1350. The city train organization, which was established in Isfahan in 1378 with the aim of implementing intra-city lines, and the plans for the creation of subway lines within the city of Isfahan were keyed, but unfortunately, it faced many challenges and this caused the Isfahan subway to not be completed for many years.
The construction of the Isfahan urban train started in 1380, but due to various reasons, the most important of which was the presence of national and international historical monuments along the metro rail lines, the project progressed slowly. Finally, in 2014, Isfahan Metro officially started its operation. At present, Isfahan subway operates with one line and serves citizens and passengers. Lines 2 and 3 of Isfahan Metro It is also being designed, built and completed.
A look at the Isfahan metro map
If you take a look at the Isfahan metro map right now, you will notice that there are three lines with three different colors on it. Isfahan metro line one which is currently active, is colored blue on the map and connects the north of this city to its south. From the east to the west side of Isfahan, you can travel with red line 2, and the southwest lines of the city are also marked in green.
Getting to know Isfahan metro lines
In general, 5 intra-city lines and 6 inter-city lines have been designed for Isfahan metro, which will be put into operation in the future. Of these, only one metro line is active and the rest of the lines are in the stage of station construction or planning.
Isfahan metro line 1 Khat Quds – Holy Defense
Isfahan metro plan for line 1 is to cover the route from north to south of the city. This blue line currently has 20 active stations and 4 stations are under construction. It took a long time to design and build Isfahan Metro Line 1. Because this line passed through the historical axis of Naqsh Jahan square and 33 bridges, experts were worried about damaging the historical monuments of this area, but finally, the route design was done with detailed engineering and now you can watch by metro. Sights of Isfahan go.
Isfahan metro line 1 stations Including Quds, Baharestan, Golestan, Martyr Muftah, Martyr Alijani, Jaber, Kaveh Payane, Martyr Chamran, Martyr Bahnar, Shahada, Takhti, Imam Hossein (AS) (Gate of Government), Ingleba, Thirty-Three Bridges, Dr. Shariati, Azadi ( Shiraz Gate), University, Kargar, Koi Imam (Isfahan University Dormitory) and Holy Defense (Sefa Terminal). Among the Isfahan metro stations that operate on this line, Imam Hossein (a.s.) and Azadi stations are the intersections of other metro lines with line 1.
Isfahan metro line 2 Khomeinishahr – Dark
Isfahan metro line two It stretches from the east side of this city to the west side of Isfahan and includes 23 stations. Although the construction of this metro line started immediately after the opening of line 1, it faced many challenges because this line changed its route at the Imam Hossein Square station and passed right under Naqsh Jahan Square. By changing the route, they continued the construction of this line.
Isfahan metro line 2 stations including Khomeinishahr, Marbin, Shams Tabrizi, Payam Noor, Rahnan, Samadiyeh, Javan, Kohandej, Shahid Kharazi, Kashani, Khalja, Imam Hossein (Government Gate), Palestine, Naqsh Jahan, Imam Ali (AS), Ibn Sina, Quds, Shahid, Laleh, Oman Samani, Ashiq Esfahani, Zainabieh and Dark (Shahid Ghafari) fall in love.
Isfahan metro line 3 Azadi Square – Haft Takht Rostam (Denbe Mountain)
Isfahan metro line three It starts from Azadi Square (Shiraz Gate) and goes towards Haft Takhtrostam or Denbeh Mountain. This line has 8 stations, including Azadi Square, Hakim Nizami, Artesh, Simin, Chaharbagh Ferdous, Keshavarz, Qamiyeh and Haft Takht Rostam (Denba Mountain). Currently, all the lines and stations of this line are in the design stage.
Other metro stations in Isfahan
As mentioned, except for line one, none of these lines are currently active. Although most of the second line stations have been designed and are in progress, there is still a lot of time left until the end of the work and the start of intercity traffic on these routes. Isfahan metro line four Also on the way from Ibn Sina to Shahid Beheshti Airport Isfahan metro line five It will also be built on the way from Sepahan Shahr to the international exhibition of this city.
Suburban subway of Isfahan
One of the advantages of Isfahan metro is that it makes access to the cities around Isfahan easier and faster. With Complete launch of Isfahan metro linesCitizens and travelers can reach Isfahan city center from Baharestan, Shahinshahr, Flowerjan, Khomeinishahr, Fouladshahr, Mobarakeh, Zarinshahr, Khorasgan and Majlesi using the metro. At present (September 1402), none of Isfahan’s suburban metro lines are in use.
Isfahan-Zarinshahr subway
This suburban metro line of Isfahan will be built along the three metro lines and is the connection point between Zarinshahr and Isfahan. One of the advantages of this metro line is that after the construction and operation of the Isfahan-Zarin Shahr metro line, the employees of Zob Ahan can also use this clean means of transportation to commute to work.
Isfahan – Shahinshahr subway
Shahinshahr is one of the cities around Isfahan that has a lot of traffic every day. If the citizens of Shahinshahr want to use the subway, they should go to the Quds station at the beginning of line one and then reach this city by crossing other stations.
Isfahan – Baharestan subway
Baharestan Metro is one of the most popular suburban metro lines in Isfahan, which have been waiting for its launch for years. This line will be along Isfahan metro line one and will reach Baharestan after passing through Sepahan Shahr. Currently, the rail laying work of the Isfahan Baharestan metro has been completed and is in the final stages.
Baharestan-Majlisi Metro
Majlesi is a city 50 kilometers away from Isfahan, which has been welcomed in recent years because of the peace of the region, and many people go to Majlesi to rent a house. If the Majlesi metro is launched, it will continue on the Baharestan route and after passing through Deh Surkh, Zibakanar and Mubarakeh, it will reach this city.
Other suburban metro lines of Isfahan
Although many of Isfahan’s inner-city metro lines have not yet been launched, nevertheless, the suburban metro development plan has also been presented. Isfahan Najaf Abad Metro and Isfahan Fouladshahr Metro are among the other suburban metro lines in the city of Turquoise Domes.
Isfahan metro working hours
To use the Isfahan metro, you must be aware of the train schedule so that you can arrive at the desired station without delay. Isfahan metro working hours It starts at 5:55 in the morning and continues until 21:06. You can use the metro during these hours all days of the week, but the Isfahan metro has considered working hours on Fridays from 9 am to 21. Isfahan Metro has a good schedule for trains and a train enters the station approximately every 10 minutes.
Isfahan metro on official holidays It does not operate, unless it is notified in advance, for example, during Eid and 22 Bahman, etc., the metro is open with prior notification. Note that the trains Isfahan metro on Fridays Also, they do not stop at all the stations of Line 1 and are active only at Quds, Shahid Alikhani, Bahnar, Imam Hossein (a.s.), Si-Vse-Pol, Azadi and Holy Defense stations.
Isfahan metro ticket
Citizens and travelers can buy and use Isfahan metro tickets in two ways. The first way Buy Isfahan card by means of which they can travel with all public transport fleets of the city. The second method is to buy a one-way ticket, which is recommended for tourists.
Metro ticket price For each trip using the Isfahan card, it costs 3,100 Tomans and the price of a one-way ticket is 3,900 Tomans. Of course, tourists can buy 22-table ticket packages to pay a lower price. The cost of this ticket is 2800 Tomans per ticket. Of course, Isfahan metro tickets are free on special holidays such as 22 Bahman, student day, etc. (These prices belong to Shahrivar 1402).
With installation Isfahan metro application You can buy a metro ticket on your mobile phone and use the QR code on it. Also, the Isfahan metro program includes commuting hours, station information, and the latest metro updates, and you can use the Isfahan metro guide.
Access to places of interest with Isfahan subway
A metro line has provided tourists and citizens access to the cultural and spectacular passages of Isfahan. Using this line, you can visit these places of interest.
- To walk under the shade of the trees of the Chaharbagh sidewalk, you must get off at Imam Hossein (a.s.) station.
- If you want to walk along Zayandehroud, you can get off the metro at Maidan El-Enghelab station.
- You can also use Siuse Pol or Shariati station to go to Jolfa neighborhood.
Historical places with Isfahan subway
Fortunately, part of Historical places of Isfahan city It is located on the route of a subway line. You can get off at several stations in Isfahan metro to see historical places.
- Naqsh Jahan Square, Ali Qapo Palace, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Museum of Contemporary Arts, Forty Seton Palace, Abbasi Jame Mosque and Qaysariyeh Bazaar are located near Imam Hussein (AS) station.
- To go to Hashtbehesht Palace, you can use Meydan El-Khebanal Station or Imam Hossein (AS) Station.
- Siuseh bridge is located on the route between Henglab station and Siuseh bridge station.
- Vank Church and Beit El Lahm Church are also in the area of Shariati and Siuse Bridge metro stations.
Recreational places with Isfahan metro
In addition to ancient and historical places, many parks of Isfahan are also within the metro area.
- To go to Rajaei Park, you can use Imam Hossein (AS) station or Revolution Square.
- Defence Maqdis metro station (Sefa) is also a few kilometers away from Safa Mountain Park.
- Takhti subway and Imam Hossein (a.s.) subway also have good access to Isfahan market.
Isfahan Metro, a companion of citizens on the half-world tourism route
Commuting in big cities by metro saves time and reaches the destination faster. Isfahan metro guide is for those of you who want to use a clean transportation system so that the earth stays green and the future generations benefit from its beauty.
If you have the experience of traveling by Isfahan subway, tell us about its practical information.
Frequently asked questions about Isfahan Metro
What are the operating hours of the Isfahan metro?
Isfahan Metro operates on weekdays from 5:55 to 21:06. Metro working hours on Fridays are from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm.
How many lines does the Isfahan subway have?
Isfahan Metro has a total of 11 intra-city and extra-city lines; But currently, only 1 metro line can be used and the rest of the lines are being designed or built.
How much is the Isfahan metro ticket price?
The price of metro ticket in Shahrivar 1402 for each trip with Isfahan card is 3100 Tomans and the price of one-way ticket is 3900 Tomans.
At which stations does Isfahan metro line 1 stop?
Metro Line 1 in Quds, Baharestan, Golestan, Shahid Muftah, Shahid Alijani, Jaber, Kaveh terminal, Shahid Chamran, Shahid Bahnar, Shahada, Takhti, Imam Hossein (AS) (Gate of Government), Inglebal, Siwa Se Pol, Dr. There are stops at Shariati, Azadi (Shiraz Gate), University, Kargar, Koi Imam (Isfahan University Dormitory) and Defence Maqdis (Sefa Terminal).
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