Kapodra Metro Station
कापोद्रा / કાપોદ્રા
Kapodra station marks a transition point on the Red Line - the last elevated stop before trains descend into the 6.47 km underground section. Kapodra Circle is one of Surat's busiest intersections, connecting Varachha, Ring Road, and the city core. From here, the next station southbound (Labheshwar Chowk) is underground.
Area Guide
Kapodra sits at the junction of Varachha Road and Ring Road, creating heavy traffic convergence that the metro aims to relieve. The area is a commercial hub with wholesale cloth markets, hardware stores, and food stalls. Kapodra Village, the older settlement core, is walking distance east of the station.
Nearby Landmarks
Kapodra Circle
3-5 min walk
Kapodra Village
5-7 min walk
Ring Road Junction
7-10 min walk
Station Amenities
Getting Here
BRTS
Kapodra BRTS Stop
Parking
Multi-level parking structure planned, temporary surface lot for two-wheelers
Bus & Auto
- Ring Road bus services
- BRTS to Varachha and Udhna
- Auto-rickshaws at Kapodra Circle
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kapodra metro station elevated or underground?
Kapodra is the last elevated station heading south on the Red Line. The underground section begins at the next station, Labheshwar Chowk. This makes Kapodra the transition point between the viaduct and tunnel portions of Corridor 1.
How does Kapodra connect to Ring Road?
Kapodra Circle sits at the intersection of Varachha Road and Ring Road. The station entrance is within 200 meters of the circle, giving passengers direct access to Ring Road buses and auto-rickshaw stands heading toward Udhna, Adajan, and Athwa.
What is the distance from Kapodra to the underground section?
The tunnel portal begins between Kapodra and Labheshwar Chowk. Trains descend from elevated track into the 6.47 km underground stretch that runs through 6 stations before emerging at Kadarsha Ni Nal.