Mashhad Metro Guide: Map and Essential Information 2024
Efficient Transportation System of Mashhad City
Traveling to Mashhad and visiting Imam Reza’s shrine is an unforgettable experience that stays with you forever. For pilgrims journeying to this city, convenient transportation between their hotel and the sacred shrine is crucial. Thus, locals and many travelers frequently utilize public transportation, especially the metro. Continue reading as we explore Mashhad Metro and its stations. Don’t miss this blog if you are planning a pilgrimage to this city soon.
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Mashhad Metro Overview
Based on available data, nearly six million people use Mashhad Metro daily. The metro map of Mashhad is an invaluable tool for visitors; it helps you locate your desired stations and reach your destination effortlessly.
The metro in Mashhad city was inaugurated in 2010. Residents, visitors, and pilgrims can use it to travel anywhere in Mashhad. This metro includes four lines, but so far, only two are operational.
Lines of Mashhad Metro
As previously mentioned, Mashhad Metro has four lines, but currently, only lines one and two are active. The other two lines, three and four, have not yet commenced operations.
Mashhad Metro Map
Explore Mashhad effortlessly with the Mashhad Metro Map, your essential guide to navigating this historic city.
Here, we introduce these lines along with the route of each:
Line One: Vakilabad to Shahid Hasheminejad Airport
Line 1 – Mashhad Metro
Line 1 of the Mashhad Metro comprises 24 stations, with trains arriving at each station at intervals of 5 to 6 minutes. This line is designated in green on the map.
| Station Name | Location Description |
|---|---|
| Vakilabad | Vakilabad Highway – Kouhestan Park |
| Kouhestan Park | End of Vakilabad – Intersection of Torghabeh – Shandiz |
| Namayeshgah (Exhibition) | Intersection of Vakilabad – Exhibition |
| Iqbal (Eghbal) Lahori | Intersection of Vakilabad – Iqbal Lahori |
| Sayad Shirazi | Intersection of Vakilabad – Sayad Shirazi |
| Sadaf | Intersection of Vakilabad – Sadaf |
| Haft Tir | Intersection of Vakilabad – Haft Tir |
| Daneshamuz | Intersection of Vakilabad – Daneshamuz |
| Seyed Razi | Intersection of Vakilabad – Seyed Razi |
| Mellat Park | Intersection of Vakilabad – Mellat Park |
| Azadi | Azadi Square, Beginning of Malekabad Boulevard |
| Khayyam | Khayyam Junction |
| Felestin (Palestine) | Palestine Square |
| Taleghani | Ahmadabad Street, Taleghani Intersection |
| Ghaem | Beginning of Ghaem Street |
| Shariati | Dr. Shariati Square |
| Imam Khomeini | Bahar Street, Lashkar Intersection |
| Basij | Basij Square |
| Hefdeh Shahrivar | Hefdeh Shahrivar Intersection |
| Parvin Etsami | Intersection of Nokhresi, Parvin Etsami |
| Ghadir | Basij Boulevard, Beginning of Nokhresi Street |
| Bustan Rayhane | Proz Square, Beginning of Airport Entry |
| Shahid Hashminejad Airport | Shahid Hashminejad Airport |
- Route: This line spans from Vakilabad to Shahid Hasheminejad Airport. Marked in green on the map, it includes 24 kilometers and 24 stations throughout the city of Mashhad.
- Capacity: This line can accommodate approximately 170,000 passengers daily.
- Operating Hours: Daily from 6 AM to 10 PM, except on public holidays. Trains run every 4 to 6 minutes.
- Key Stations: Vakilabad, Koohsangi Park, Exhibition, Mellat Park, Azadi, Palestine, Taleghani, Parvin Etesami, Bustan Reihaneh, Hasheminejad Airport.
Travelers and tourists wishing to visit attractions like Shandiz, the zoo, amusement parks, Koohsangi Park, Torghabeh, and the exhibition center should use this metro line. Students of Ferdowsi University of Mashhad can also reach their university via this line.
Line Two: End of Tabarsi to Reza Town
Line 2 – Mashhad Metro
Line 2 of the Mashhad Metro consists of 13 stations, starting from the end of Tabarsi and extending to Rezashahr. This line is marked in blue on the map. Trains arrive at each station every 10 minutes. The operational hours for this line are from 6 AM to 10 PM, which extends from 7 AM on public holidays.
| Station Name | Location Description |
|---|---|
| Tabarsi | End of North Tabarsi |
| Velayat | North Tabarsi between Streets 14 and 16 |
| Fajr | Fajr Square |
| Nabovat | Tabarsi Street, Gas Intersection |
| Shahid Moftah | Tabarsi Street, Electricity Intersection |
| Rahahan (Railways) | Railways Square |
| Shahada | Shahada Square |
| Saadi | Saadi Square |
| Shariati | Dr. Shariati Square |
| Alandasht | Kuhsangi Street, above Mollasadra Boulevard |
| Kuhsangi | End of Kuhsangi, Kuhsangi Park |
| Shahid Kaveh | Shahid Kaveh Square |
| Shahid Javan (Salamt) | Shahid Javan Square, University of Medical Sciences |
- Route: This line runs from the end of Tabarsi Street to Reza Town, marked in blue on the map and stretches over 14.5 kilometers with 13 stations.
- Phases: The first phase includes 6 stations, from Tabarsi to Shohada Square, and started operation in 2016. The second phase, consisting of 7 stations, was launched in 2019.
- Operating Hours: Similar to the first line, this metro operates daily from 6 AM to 10 PM. The interval between trains is about 10 minutes.
- Stations: Tabarsi, Velayat, Fajr, Nobovat, Shahid Moftah, Railway, Shohada, Saadi, Shariati, Alendisht, Kooh Sangi, Shahid Kaveh, Salamat.
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Line Three: From Ghasemabad to Shahrak-e-Abuzar (Currently under construction)
- Status: Construction of the third line began in 2015 but has not yet started operations. When completed, it will connect the southeast to the northwest of Mashhad, marked in red on the map. This line will have 24 stations and the capacity to transport 20,000 people per hour.
Line Four: Khaje Rabi to Shahrak Shahid Bahonar (Currently under construction)
- Status: The newest line, construction began in 2021 and will cover 17.5 kilometers with 6 stations. Line four is noteworthy because two of its stations are near the Imam Reza shrine. It is marked in orange on the map.
A Peaceful Pilgrimage Experience
Staying stuck in traffic and long routes are major challenges in big cities like Mashhad. Pilgrims prefer to quickly move from their hotels to Imam Reza’s shrine. The Mashhad Metro addresses this issue effectively. This blog has provided useful information about the city’s metro system to ensure you worry less about commuting during your visit.
Staying in Mashhad
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If you are planning a spiritual and leisure trip to the city of Mashhad, we recommend booking your hotel in advance. Simply visit OrientTrips to securely and conveniently reserve the hotel of your choice online. Additionally, you can purchase your plane tickets at the best prices there.
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