Bucharest Metro (Metroul București)

The Bucharest Metro is an underground rapid transit system serving Bucharest, the capital of Romania. Since its inauguration on November 16, 1979, the metro system has played a vital role in shaping the daily commute for millions of residents and visitors. The metro in Bucharest is 43 miles (70 km) long, with four lines serving a total of 53 stations. The metro system, with its consistent punctuality and efficiency, has become an integral part of daily life for Bucharest's diverse population.

Operator
Operation start16 November 1979
Total Lines6 Metro Lines
Total Station60 Active Stations
Metro City/CountryBucharest Romania
Official Webhttp://www.metrorex.ro/prima_pagina_p1352-1

Metro linesStationsTerminal stations
▣ M1 Line21Dristor ⇄ Pantelimon
▣ M2 Line15Pipera ⇄ Tudor Arghezi
▣ M3 Line15Preciziei ⇄ Anghel Saligny
▣ M4 Line8Gara de Nord ⇄ Străulești
▣ M5 Line9Râul Doamnei ⇄ Eroilor
▣ M5 Line8Eroilor ⇄ Valea Ialomiței

  • The Bucharest Metro, known as Metrol București, began operations on November 16, 1979, marking an important milestone in the public transportation history of the Romanian capital.
  • The Bucharest Metro currently consists of four lines: M1 (opened in 1979), M2 (1986), M3 (2008), and M4 (2017), which provide extensive coverage throughout the city and its suburbs.
  • Line M1 serves as a major north-south corridor, connecting Dristor in the south to Panteleimon in the north, passing through major stations such as Piaça Unieri and Gara di Nord.
  • Line M2 runs east–west, connecting Pipera in the north-east with Berceni in the south-west, and intersects with the M1 at Piasa Unieri.
  • Line M3 extends from Angélil Saligny in the south-west to Precious in the north-west, providing an important connection between residential and business districts.
  • Line M4 1 connects the northeastern district of Mai with the southeastern district of Straulești, increasing connectivity in already underserved areas.
  • The Bucharest Metro is integrated with other modes of public transport, including buses and trams, allowing smooth transfers for passengers.
  • Many of Bucharest's metro stations feature artistic elements, including murals, sculptures and tilework, which add a cultural dimension to the underground spaces.
  • The Bucharest Metro is known for its punctuality and efficiency, providing a reliable transportation option for the city's residents.
  • Bucharest continues to develop its metro network, including ongoing and planned expansion projects to extend existing lines and introduce new lines, increasing coverage and accessibility across the city.
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