Popular route · Blue Line
Secunderabad East to HITEC City by Metro
Secunderabad East to HITEC City is a direct Blue Line trip with no change. It connects the Secunderabad railway station area with the technology district in the west, passing Begumpet, Ameerpet and Jubilee Hills on the way. For anyone arriving in Hyderabad by train and heading to Madhapur or HITEC City, this is usually the simplest and most reliable option.
Step by step
- Board the Blue Line at Secunderabad East on the platform marked towards Raidurg.
- Ride 14 stops (about 35 minutes) to HITEC City. The stop before it is Durgam Cheruvu, so start moving to the doors there.
- Get down at HITEC City. Keep your ticket or card ready to open the exit gate.
Stations on the way
You pass through 15 stations in total, counting the one you start from and the one you get down at.
Who uses this route
The route is busy with daily commuters from Secunderabad, Tarnaka and Mettuguda, and with travellers coming straight off long-distance trains. Business visitors staying near the railway station use it for meetings in the IT corridor, and it is also a common choice for job seekers heading to interviews in HITEC City.
Best time to travel
Trains towards Raidurg are busiest in the morning between about 8:30 and 10:00, particularly after Ameerpet when Red Line riders join. If you are arriving on an early train, the metro starts at 6:00 from the terminals, so the first train passes Secunderabad East a little after that.
Starting at Secunderabad East
Secunderabad East is the closest metro station to Secunderabad railway station. If you are carrying luggage, use the lifts rather than the escalators, and expect a security check with a bag scanner before the ticket gates.
Arriving at HITEC City
HITEC City station sits on the main road through the IT district. Read the exit signs on the platform first; picking the exit on the same side as your destination saves a road crossing.
Other options
Secunderabad West on the Green Line is also close to the railway station, but from there you would need to walk between JBS Parade Ground and Parade Ground to reach the Blue Line. For HITEC City, Secunderabad East is the better choice.
Tickets for this trip
One ticket covers the whole journey from Secunderabad East to HITEC City, as long as you stay inside the paid area. Fares are based on distance and were revised in 2025, so check the current fare at the ticket counter or in the official Hyderabad Metro Rail app. A smart card saves time at the gates if you make this trip often.
Common questions
Is there a metro from Secunderabad railway station to HITEC City?
Yes. Board the Blue Line at Secunderabad East on the platform towards Raidurg and ride 14 stops to HITEC City without changing.
How long does it take?
Allow about 35 minutes on the train, plus a few minutes to reach the platform.
Which platform do I take at Secunderabad East?
Take the Blue Line platform marked towards Raidurg. Platform signs in Hyderabad name the last station in each direction rather than a platform number.
What are the first and last train times?
The first trains leave the terminal stations at 6:00 and the last trains at 23:00. Trains pass mid-line stations a little after those times, so leave extra time for a late trip, especially one with a change.