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São Paulo Metro

Information about the São Paulo Metro

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Detailed information about the São Paulo Metro lines

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São Paulo Metro Status

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Line 1 — Blue

Normal operation
OK
2

Line 2 — Green

Normal operation
OK
3

Line 3 — Red

Normal operation
OK
4

Line 4 — Yellow

Normal operation
OK
5

Line 5 — Lilac

Normal operation
OK
15

Line 15 — Silver

Normal operation
OK
7

Line 7 — Ruby (CPTM)

Normal operation
OK
8

Line 8 — Diamond (CPTM)

Normal operation
OK
9

Line 9 — Emerald (CPTM)

Normal operation
OK
10

Line 10 — Turquoise (CPTM)

Normal operation
OK
11

Line 11 — Coral (CPTM)

Normal operation
OK
12

Line 12 — Sapphire (CPTM)

Normal operation
OK
13

Line 13 — Jade (CPTM)

Normal operation
OK
17

Line 17 — Gold (Monorail)

Normal operation
OK
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Interested in information about the São Paulo metro system? Here are all the details about the timetables, costs, routes, stations and stops of the lines that make up the São Paulo metro.

If you wish to get more information about a specific line, click the image corresponding to the metro line you are interested in.

São Paulo Metro lines

In this section, we present the lines of the São Paulo Metro, together with their route and the various stops along the way.

When you click on a station’s name, additional information about that particular stop will be shown.

LINE 5 (LILAC)

You will find information about the location of each station, access to the stations, nearby bus services, hotel accommodation options, restaurants, information points and other aspects of interest to passengers and users of the system.

São Paulo Metro Map

Below is a São Paulo metro map showing the routes of the metro system. You can view and download this map if you wish.

If you wish to download the map for printing, you can do so by clicking the link provided here.

If you want to know more details about the map and all the lines and stations in the system, click the button below.

São Paulo Metro Stations

The stations of the São Paulo Metro are as follows:

  • Tucuruvi
  • Parada Inglesa
  • Jardim São Paulo – Ayrton Senna
  • Santana
  • Carandiru
  • Portuguesa-Tietê (formerly Tietê)
  • Armênia (formerly Ponte Pequena)
  • Tiradentes
  • Luz
  • São Bento
  • Liberdade
  • São Joaquim
  • Vergueiro
  • Vila Mariana
  • Santa Cruz
  • Praça da Árvore
  • Saúde
  • São Judas
  • Conceição
  • Jabaquara
  • Vila Madalena
  • Sumaré
  • Clinics
  • Consolação
  • Trianon-MASP
  • Brigadeiro
  • Paraíso
  • Ana Rosa
  • Chácara Klabin
  • Santos-Imigrantes
  • Alto do Ipiranga
  • Sacomã
  • Tamanduateí
  • Vila Prudente
  • Palmeiras-Barra Funda
  • Marechal Deodoro
  • Santa Cecília
  • República
  • Anhangabaú
  • Pedro II
  • Brás
  • Bresser-Mooca
  • Belém
  • Tatuapé
  • Carrão
  • Penha
  • Vila Matilde
  • Guilhermina-Esperança
  • Patriarca
  • Artur Alvim
  • Corinthians-Itaquera
  • Vila Sônia
  • São Paulo – Morumbi
  • Butantã
  • Pinheiros
  • Faria Lima
  • Fradique Coutinho
  • Oscar Freire
  • Paulista
  • Higienópolis-Mackenzie
  • República
  • Capão Redondo
  • Campo Limpo
  • Vila das Belezas
  • Giovanni Gronchi
  • Santo Amaro
  • Largo Treze
  • Adolfo Pinheiro
  • Alto da Boa Vista
  • Borba Gato
  • Brooklin
  • Campo Belo
  • Eucaliptos
  • Moema
  • AACD-Servidor
  • Hospital São Paulo
  • Santa Cruz
  • Chácara Klabin
  • Oratório
  • São Lucas
  • Camilo Haddad
  • Vila Tolstói
  • Vila União
  • Jd. Planalto
  • Sapopemba
  • Fazenda da Juta
  • São Mateus

São Paulo Metro Route

The metro system is in operation and being expanded, and is known for its large capacity and for being an interconnection system for mass transit in the metropolitan region. Since its opening on 14 September 1974, the current system covers a length of 104,4 kilometres of track spread across six lines, which in turn are connected by 91 stations.

The lines that make up the system are: Line 1 (Blue) (Jabaquara – Tucuruvi), Line 2 (Green) (Vila Prudente – Vila Madalena), Line 3 (Red) (Corinthians-Itaquera – Palmeiras-Barra Funda), Line 4 (Yellow) (Luz – Vila Sônia), Line 5 (Lilac) (Capão Redondo – Chácara Klabin) and Line 15 (Silver) (Vila Prudente – Jardim Colonial).

The metro carries more than 5 million passengers daily, having reached its all-time peak on 14 November 2019, with 5.5 million passengers.

The six lines developed by Companhia do Metropolitano de São Paulo are complemented by the seven lines operated by Companhia Paulista de Trens Metropolitanos (CPTM), forming a single metropolitan transport network that serves approximately 8 million passengers a day.

Together, this network covers a total length of more than 377 kilometres, making it the longest in Latin America.

São Paulo Metro timetable

If you want to know the São Paulo Metro timetable, I invite you to click the button below to access more detailed information:

São Paulo metro ticket

The São Paulo Metro offers a range of ticket options for passengers. Among the options are the single ticket, the Lilac single ticket, the Metro-Bus of the Jabaquara-São Mateus Metropolitan corridor, EMTU intercity Metro-Bus tickets integrated at Tamanduateí, EMTU intercity Bus tickets integrated at Tamanduateí-Metro, the Elderly Special and the Unemployed Special. Each ticket has its own specific purpose and an associated cost.

Connections between the Metro and buses

The São Paulo Metro allows transfers with buses, making it easier for passengers to get around. You can use your metro ticket to board municipal and intercity buses, providing a practical and convenient option for passengers who need to combine different modes of transport on their journey.

You can also check your Bilhete Único balance with the tool available in the button below:

Customer Contact Channels

  • Security SMS
11 97333 2252
 
Reporting illegal trading, crime and vandalism
 
 
  • Information Centre
 
0800 770 7722
 
Every day, from 5h to 24h
 

If you need more information about the São Paulo Metro, you can also get in touch directly with customer service via the phone number provided. By calling this number, you’ll reach a dedicated team who can give you up-to-date information about operating hours, transfers between lines and any other query relating to the metro.

We remind you that it is always important to check the information on the official channels, as the timetables may occasionally change due to events or scheduled maintenance.

Technical specifications

We have compiled some of the most important features of the São Paulo Metro so that you can get to know them.

Information about the São Paulo metro

We have compiled and answered a series of questions that passengers, or anyone interested in learning more about the SP metro, may have. The information has been cross-checked in order to provide accurate answers to the following questions.

The São Paulo Metro has 6 lines, each identified by a colour and a number. Some of the main lines are Line 1 (Blue), Line 2 (Green), Line 3 (Red), Line 4 (Yellow), Line 5 (Lilac) and Line 15 (Silver).

You can pay for your metro journey using public transport cards, such as the “Bilhete Único” card. This card is topped up with credit and is used to travel on the metro and other public transport in the city.

Operating hours vary by line and station, but in general the metro runs from 4h40 to 0h00 . You can check the specific timetable on the “Timetable” page.

At many stations, there are transfer corridors and tunnels that connect different metro lines. You can follow the signs indicating the connections and the line names to make your transfers.

Yes, the São Paulo metro has been working to improve accessibility for people with reduced mobility. Many stations have lifts and ramps to make access easier.

Yes, there are special fares for students and senior citizens. A specific card is required to access these discounts. You can get more information at the stations or on the official metro website.

History and opening of the São Paulo Metro

The São Paulo metro system, known as the Metro, has a history spanning several decades of growth and expansion to meet the transport needs of one of Brazil’s largest cities. Below is a summary of its history:

The 1960s saw the first steps of the project. The idea of establishing a metro system in São Paulo arose from the rapid urban growth and the increase in vehicle traffic in the city. In 1968, the Companhia do Metropolitano de São Paulo (CMSP), a state-owned company, was created to oversee the planning and construction of the system.

In the 1970s, an important milestone was the opening of Line 1 (Blue). Work on this line began in 1968 and it was inaugurated in 1974, connecting Tucuruvi and Jabaquara stations. This pioneering line marked the beginning of an underground transport system in the city.

The 1980s were marked by the expansion of lines and stations. During this period, Line 2 (Green) opened, linking Vila Madalena to Ana Rosa. In addition, new stations were added and the existing lines were extended.

In the 1990s, development continued with the opening of Line 3 (Red), connecting Corinthians-Itaquera and Palmeiras-Barra Funda stations. Works were carried out to link up several lines and expand into new areas of the city.

From the 2000s onwards, a process of continuous modernisation and development began. New technologies and infrastructure improvements were introduced to offer users a more efficient and comfortable service. One example of these more recent expansions is the opening of Line 4 (Yellow) in 2010.

Rules for using the São Paulo metro

Inside the facilities and when using the metro’s services, it is essential to obey a series of rules and regulations that must be respected. Below are the guidelines to follow:

  1. Before boarding the train, people should be allowed to get off first. The rule is: let passengers off before you get on.
  2. It is passengers’ responsibility to obey the rules and follow the instructions given by Metro staff.
  3. When the door-closing signal sounds, for safety reasons you are not allowed to enter or leave the train.
  4. Do not cross the platform safety line until the train has come to a complete stop.
  5. It is important to respect other passengers and avoid causing a nuisance during the journey.
  6. Remember that smoking is prohibited in the train carriages and on Metro premises.
  7. The alarm devices in the carriages should only be used in justified situations.
  8. With the exception of guide dogs, animals are not allowed on the metro.
  9. Try to avoid carrying bulky or dangerous objects on the train to ensure the comfort and safety of all passengers.
  10. Access to the train driver’s cabs is not permitted.
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