There is no metro running in Dholera today. Rail and metro links between Ahmedabad and Dholera are planned as part of the region's connectivity vision. A high-speed rail or metro project is reported as approved, an MRTS corridor is planned along the expressway alignment, and a Bhavnagar-Dholera line is reported at the approval stage. This guide separates what is planned from what is confirmed, and flags the unknowns honestly.
- No metro operational yet; all rail links are planned or approved, not running
- MRTS corridor planned along the Ahmedabad-Dholera expressway alignment
- High-speed rail reported approved; timelines are not confirmed here
The short answer
Ask "is there a metro in Dholera" and the honest answer is: not yet. What exists today is a strong road link in the Ahmedabad-Dholera Expressway and a set of planned rail and metro projects that would layer mass transit on top of it. Rail connectivity has always been part of Dholera's design as a smart city, alongside road, air and eventually sea links, but the passenger metro and rail elements are at the planning and approval stage rather than in service (Dholera.info).
Because these are planned systems, the responsible thing is to describe what has been announced, mark what is reported, and say clearly where a detail is unknown. That is what this guide does.
The planned MRTS corridor
MRTS stands for Mass Rapid Transit System, essentially a metro-style mass transit line. Dholera's development authority has planned an MRTS in the same corridor as the Ahmedabad-Dholera expressway, so that road and rail run broadly in parallel and give the region seamless, high-capacity movement between Ahmedabad and Dholera SIR (Dholera.info). Reserving the alignment alongside the expressway is a common planning approach because it keeps the future rail option open without cutting through built-up land later.
What is known: the MRTS is part of the connectivity plan and the corridor concept is documented. What is not confirmed here: the final route stations, the rolling stock, and the construction start and completion dates. Treat those as planned and unconfirmed.
The Ahmedabad-Dholera high-speed rail / metro
Reports in 2026 describe an approved high-speed rail or metro project linking Ahmedabad, Dholera and the Dholera International Airport, with figures such as a reported outlay of around Rs 20,667 crore and a route on the order of roughly 130 km being cited (Dholera.one, Tractor Junction Infra). A detailed project report is reported to have been prepared by the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), with the state metro body involved in delivery.
Reported route ideas describe a line starting from a multimodal hub on the Ahmedabad side and passing through towns such as Bavla, Dholka and Vataman before reaching Dholera SIR and the airport (Hello Dholera). We present the outlay, route and length as reported. Cost and alignment figures for projects at this stage often move as detailed planning proceeds, so confirm them against official government announcements before relying on them.
The Bhavnagar-Dholera line
On the coastal side, a Bhavnagar-Dholera broad gauge rail line of roughly 65 km has been reported as receiving government approval at the feasibility or sanction stage, which would open passenger and freight access to Dholera from Bhavnagar and its port (Dholera.info). This is separate from the Ahmedabad-side metro and would strengthen Dholera's role as an industrial and logistics hub. Its construction timeline is not confirmed here.
Status and honest unknowns
Pulling it together: Dholera's rail future is real in intent and partly approved on paper, but nothing is carrying passengers yet. The MRTS is planned, the high-speed link is reported approved with a DMRC report, and the Bhavnagar line is reported approved at an early stage. What remains genuinely unknown from public sources is the firm opening date for any of these, the final station lists, and the phasing order. Where you see confident claims of exact launch years, treat them with caution unless they cite an official notification.
What it means for residents and buyers
Even planned rail matters, because mass transit is what lets a smart city move large numbers of workers without choking on cars. For now, the working connection is the road corridor, so anyone commuting or visiting relies on the expressway and conventional roads described in our Ahmedabad to Dholera distance guide. If you are evaluating Dholera as an investment, factor rail in as upside that is planned rather than delivered, and weigh it alongside the ground realities in our master plan and TP schemes guide. Verify any project's Gujarat RERA registration, clear title and non-agricultural status before you commit, and compare builders neutrally in our top Dholera developers guide.
Status at a glance
Metro running today: none · MRTS corridor: planned along expressway alignment · Ahmedabad-Dholera high-speed rail: reported approved, DMRC report prepared · Bhavnagar-Dholera line (~65 km): reported approved, early stage · Firm opening dates: unknown.
See the working road link →Frequently asked questions
Is there a metro in Dholera?
Not yet. A metro or high-speed rail link between Ahmedabad and Dholera is planned and partly approved on paper, but nothing is operational. Treat routes and timelines as planned rather than running.
What is the Dholera MRTS?
MRTS is a Mass Rapid Transit System. Dholera's development authority has planned an MRTS corridor alongside the Ahmedabad-Dholera expressway alignment for seamless mass movement. It is planned, not yet built.
Has the Ahmedabad-Dholera rail project been approved?
Reports indicate a high-speed rail or metro project connecting Ahmedabad, Dholera and the Dholera airport was approved, with a reported outlay of around Rs 20,667 crore and a DMRC detailed project report. Treat the figures and route length as reported.
Will there be a train from Bhavnagar to Dholera?
A Bhavnagar-Dholera broad gauge line of roughly 65 km has been reported as approved at an early stage, which would add passenger and freight access from the coast. Its construction timeline is unknown here.
When will the Dholera metro open?
A firm opening date is not confirmed by the sources we rely on. Anyone quoting an exact launch year should cite an official notification. We will update this guide as verified milestones are announced.