Kadarsha Ni Nal Metro Station
कदरशा नी नाल / કદરશા ની નાળ
Kadarsha Ni Nal station marks where the Red Line re-emerges from underground to elevated track, crossing the Tapi River via the Kadarsha Ni Nal bridge area. This transition point between underground and viaduct makes it architecturally distinctive. The station connects the old city north of the river to the rapidly developing southern bank near Udhna-Magdalla Road.
Area Guide
The Kadarsha Ni Nal bridge is a well-known crossing over the Tapi River, linking the walled city to Surat's southern expansion. Udhna-Magdalla Road, one of the city's major east-west arteries, passes nearby. The southern bank of the Tapi here has seen significant residential development over the past decade.
Nearby Landmarks
Kadarsha Ni Nal Bridge
3-5 min walk
Udhna-Magdalla Road
5-7 min walk
Tapi River
7-10 min walk
Station Amenities
Getting Here
Parking
Two-wheeler parking at station base, limited four-wheeler spaces
Bus & Auto
- Buses on Udhna-Magdalla Road
- Auto-rickshaws to Majura Gate and Athwa
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Kadarsha Ni Nal station significant?
Kadarsha Ni Nal is the first elevated station after the Red Line's 6.47 km underground section. Trains emerge from the tunnel near the Tapi River crossing, making this station the transition point between underground and above-ground travel.
Does the metro cross the Tapi River?
Yes. The Red Line crosses the Tapi River on an elevated viaduct near the Kadarsha Ni Nal bridge. Passengers on elevated sections south of the river get views of the Tapi and the old city skyline to the north.
What is the next station after Kadarsha Ni Nal?
Heading south, the next station is Majura Gate - the only interchange on the entire Surat Metro network where passengers can transfer between the Red Line and Green Line. Heading north, the previous station is Chowk Bazar (underground).