Sao Paulo Metro (Metrô de São Paulo)

The São Paulo Metro, known locally as the Metro de São Paulo, officially began operations on 14 September 1974, marking a transformative moment in the urban transportation landscape of Brazil's largest city. As the first metro system in São Paulo, it was inaugurated with the inauguration of Line 1 (Blue Line), which connects the Tucuruví and Jabaquara neighborhoods. The metro system consists of six lines operating on a 104.4 kilometers (64.9 mi) route, serving 89 stations. With its extensive coverage, high ridership and continuous expansion efforts, the São Paulo Metro has become an integral part of daily life for millions of Portuguese, providing an important and efficient mode of transit in a city known for its dynamic energy and urban sprawl. Provides method.

Operator
Operation start14 September 1974
Total Lines6 Metro Lines
Total Station86 Active Stations
Metro City/CountrySão Paulo Brazil
Official Webhttps://www.metro.sp.gov.br/en/your-trip/

Metro linesStationsTerminal stations
▣ Line 123Tucuruvi ⇄ Jabaquara
▣ Line 214Vila Madalena ⇄ Vila Prudente
▣ Line 318Palmeiras-Barra Funda ⇄ Corinthians-Itaquera
▣ Line 411Vila Sônia–Professora Elisabeth Tenreiro ⇄ Luz
▣ Line 517Capão Redondo ⇄ Chácara Klabin
▣ Line 1511Vila Prudente ⇄ Jardim Colonial

  • The São Paulo Metro, known as Metro de São Paulo, began operations on 14 September 1974, marking the beginning of rapid transit in Brazil's largest city, São Paulo.
  • The São Paulo Metro operates an extensive network consisting of several lines that run through the city and its metropolitan area, providing an important means of transportation for millions of passengers.
  • The metro system consists of several color-coded lines, including Line 1 (blue), Line 2 (green), Line 3 (red), and Line 4 (yellow), each serving specific routes and neighborhoods.
  • The São Paulo Metro has a high ridership rate, making it one of the busiest metro systems in the world, serving the vast majority of São Paulo's population and contributing significantly to daily commuting.
  • The São Paulo Metro is integrated with the suburban rail network Companhia Paulista de Tres Metropolitanos (CPTM), creating a mass transit system for the Greater São Paulo region.
  • Ongoing expansion projects aim to expand the metro network, adding new lines and extensions to meet the city's continued growth and evolving transportation needs.
  • Some metro stations feature cultural initiatives, such as art exhibitions and performances, which add a cultural dimension to the commuting experience.
  • The São Paulo Metro offers express services on some lines during peak hours, giving passengers faster travel options with fewer intermediate stops.
  • The metro operates from early morning to late evening, offering extensive service hours to accommodate various commuting patterns and schedules.
  • The São Paulo Metro incorporates security measures, including security personnel and monitoring systems, to ensure the well-being of passengers and maintain a safe transit environment.