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The '''Cárdenas Metro''' is a [[wikipedia:rapid transit|rapid transit]] railway network that serves the city of [[Cárdenas]], capital of the [[Federation of Nouvelle Alexandrie]]. The Metro was opened in {{AN|1686}}, consisting of four lines. Since then, five more lines have been added to the network, and the Conzalito Tram-Train was incorporated as well. It has a total of 265 stations, and a total length of 197 km. It is one of the largest and most modern railway networks in [[Keltia]], and indeed on [[Micras]], and takes more than a million passengers each day.
The '''Cárdenas Metro''' is a [[wikipedia:rapid transit|rapid transit]] railway network that serves the city of [[Cárdenas]], capital of the [[Federation of Nouvelle Alexandrie]]. The Metro was opened in {{AN|1686}}, consisting of four lines. Since then, five more lines have been added to the network, and the Conzalito Tram-Train was incorporated as well. It has a total of 265 stations, and a total length of 197 km. It is one of the largest and most modern railway networks in [[Keltia]], and indeed on [[Micras]], and takes more than a million passengers each day.


The line is operated by the local transport provider, FDTA, which also operates the commuter rail services: the Aeropuerto Express Line, the Cárdenas-Albaño-Conzalito Line, and the Cárdenas-Jinozonte Line.  
The line is operated by the local transport provider, FDTA, which also operates the commuter rail services: the Aeropuerto Express Line, the Cárdenas-Conzalito-Moradon Line, the Cárdenas-Jedillo Line, and the Cárdenas-Pregál Line.  


== Rolling stock ==
== Rolling stock ==
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Line A was the first line to be opened. Approval was given, along with Lines B to D, in {{AN|1682}}. Work began in the central part, between Archivos Nacionales and Grande Unión, in the same year, and was completed after more than 4 years of construction. Due to the high density surroundings of the line, bored tinnels were used. But the part between Panalella and Alvarez Avenue were built above ground, as was the part beyond Olos. The line opened between Alvarez Avenue and Olos in {{AN|1686}}. Several stations, which were unsuitable at the time, were opened in {{AN|1688}}. New stations, serving the new [[Ciudad de los Deportes sports complex]], opened in {{AN|1691}}. The extension to Alturas de Chile completed a year later. The extension to San Frapas, and the Gustierrez P+R, finished in {{AN|1698}}, although the latter station opened with 2 year delay due to safety concerns. It is a vital connection between the Grande Uníon Station and important places such as the [[Cortes Federales]] and [[Ciudad de los Deportes sports complex|Ciudad de los Deportes]].
Line A was the first line to be opened. Approval was given, along with Lines B to D, in {{AN|1682}}. Work began in the central part, between Archivos Nacionales and Grande Unión, in the same year, and was completed after more than 4 years of construction. Due to the high density surroundings of the line, bored tinnels were used. But the part between Panalella and Alvarez Avenue were built above ground, as was the part beyond Olos. The line opened between Alvarez Avenue and Olos in {{AN|1686}}. Several stations, which were unsuitable at the time, were opened in {{AN|1688}}. New stations, serving the new [[Ciudad de los Deportes sports complex]], opened in {{AN|1691}}. The extension to Alturas de Chile completed a year later. The extension to San Frapas, and the Gustierrez P+R, finished in {{AN|1698}}, although the latter station opened with 2 year delay due to safety concerns. It is a vital connection between the Grande Uníon Station and important places such as the [[Cortes Federales]] and [[Ciudad de los Deportes sports complex|Ciudad de los Deportes]].
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==== University Loop Line ====
==== University Loop Line ====
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==== Red Line Proper ====
==== Line B Proper ====
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Line C was approved, along with Lines A, B, and D, on {{AN|1682}}. The line is exclusively underground, and was built using bored tunnels. It opened in the same week as Line B, but the loop was only completed after the section between Patiapa Este and Espacio Estrellas was completed in {{AN|1691}}. Since then, several infill stations have opened in waves, in {{AN|1694}}, {{AN|1698}}, and {{AN|1706}}. As a circular line, it is utilized extensively as a connector between different lines, but also for destinations such as the University Hospital and Silver Fort, and the north and southern suburbs.
Line C was approved, along with Lines A, B, and D, on {{AN|1682}}. The line is exclusively underground, and was built using bored tunnels. It opened in the same week as Line B between Patiape Mercado and Divata, but the loop was only completed after the section between Patiapa Este and Santacate was completed in {{AN|1691}}. Since then, several infill stations have opened in waves, in {{AN|1694}}, {{AN|1698}}, and {{AN|1706}}. As a circular line, it is utilized extensively as a connector between different lines, but also for destinations such as the University Hospital and Silver Fort, and the north and southern suburbs.
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Line D is the longest line in the network, and runs through most of the southern suburbs and eastern suburbs, ending in the northeast. It crosses most of the southbound and eastbound lines, starting with the interchange with Line C, crossing Lines A, B and E, then running through the southern suburbs and crossing Lines H and G, before turning northeast, crossing Line As and F, servicing the eastern suburbs before turning and interchanging with Line F again, running north and crossing Line I, ending at Tastin. It is identified by the colour Yellow, and is the only line where stylized trains run on.
Line D is the longest line in the network, and runs through most of the southern suburbs and eastern suburbs, ending in the northeast. It crosses most of the southbound and eastbound lines, starting with the interchange with Line C, crossing Lines A, B and E, then running through the southern suburbs and crossing Lines H and G, before turning northeast, crossing Line As and F, servicing the eastern suburbs before turning and interchanging with Line F again, running north and crossing Line I, ending at Tastin. It is identified by the colour Yellow, and is the only line where stylized trains run on.


Line D was approved, along with Lines A to C, in {{AN|1682}}. Work completed one month after Line C opened. It runs underground as far as Caniron Mercado, but crosses Jinozonte station with a lower platform station, and runs above ground beyond that. The line opened between Ensayos de Libertad and Plaza Moral in {{AN|1686}}. The Zoo station opened in {{AN|1690}}. New stations servicing the Entertaminment District opened in {{AN|1694}}, along with the extension to Bemar. The service between Bemar and Jario ran first on the Line F, as far as Seniuca, but the reroute to Ocodasmo opened in {{AN|1700}}, along with the extension to Tastin. Tastin Norte station opened in {{AN|1706}}. After 21:00, the line runs along the former Bemar-Jario route, bypassing the Ocodasmo branch, due to lower capacity. It services most of the Entertainment District, but also many east suburbs, with a connection to Grande Uníon Station.


Line D was approved, along with Lines A to C, in {{AN|1682}}. Work completed one month after Line C opened. It runs underground as far as Caniron Mercado, but crosses Jinozonte station with a lower platform station, and runs above ground beyond that. The line opened between Ensayos de Libertad and Plaza Moral in {{AN|1686}}, with various stations opening only in {{AN|1688}}, like Lines A to C. New stations servicing the Entertaminment District opened in {{AN|1694}}, along with the extension to Bemar. The service between Bemar and Jario ran first on the Line F, as far as Seniuca, but the reroute to Ocodasmo opened in {{AN|1700}}, along with the extension to Tastin. Tastin Norte station opened in {{AN|1706}}. After 21:00, the line runs along the former Bemar-Jario route, bypassing the Ocodasmo branch, due to lower capacity. It services most of the Entertainment District, but also many east suburbs, with a connection to Grande Uníon Station.
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Line E was the first of the two 'second wave' lines to be approved, along with Line F, in {{AN|1688}}. Construction commenced and was completed by {{AN|1691}}. It is one of the few lines that runs more above ground than below, with the track from Grande Uníon and from Fuerte Plata being above ground. The line opened between Choba Mercado and Ahuaco in {{AN|1691}}. The extension to Pontarona came in {{AN|1694}}, while the extensions to La Denio and Laguzalito came in {{AN|1704}}. It is a vital connection from Grande Uníon Station to the city center, but also for destinations like the Silver Fort and Monumento Nacional, and the north and southwest suburbs.
Line E was the first of the two 'second wave' lines to be approved, along with Line F, in {{AN|1688}}. Construction commenced and was completed by {{AN|1691}}. It is one of the few lines that runs more above ground than below, with the track from Grande Uníon and from Fuerte Plata being above ground. The line opened between Choba Mercado and Ahuaco in {{AN|1691}}. The extension to Pontarona came in {{AN|1694}}, while the extensions to La Denio and Laguzalito came in {{AN|1704}}. It is a vital connection from Grande Uníon Station to the city center, but also for destinations like the Silver Fort and Monumento Nacional, and the north and southwest suburbs.
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Line F was approved, along with Line E, in {{AN|1688}}. Work took three years, and was finished two months after Line E opened. Line F runs underground in the city center, but comes above ground at Bocabona and Jario. The section between Bemar and Gustierrez is however also underground. The line opened between Bocabona and Alanregal in {{AN|1691}}. The extension to Jario followed in {{AN|1694}}. Line D used the track between Jario and Bemar was used by Line D until the Ocodasmo route opened in {{AN|1700}}. Line F took over services on the track, using the stations opened there in {{AN|1698}}. In the same year, the extension to San Maríara came online. The extension to Albaño followed in {{AN|1704}}. Acting as the main west-east line in the network, it services a lot of travel through the city center, as well as the west and east suburbs.
Line F was approved, along with Line E, in {{AN|1688}}. Work took three years, and was finished two months after Line E opened. Line F runs underground in the city center, but comes above ground at Bocabona and Jario. The section between Bemar and Gustierrez is however also underground. The line opened between Bocabona and Alanregal in {{AN|1691}}. The extension to Jario followed in {{AN|1694}}. Line D used the track between Jario and Bemar was used by Line D until the Ocodasmo route opened in {{AN|1700}}. Line F took over services on the track, using the stations opened there in {{AN|1698}}. In the same year, the extension to San Maríara came online. The extension to Albaño followed in {{AN|1704}}. Acting as the main west-east line in the network, it services a lot of travel through the city center, as well as the west and east suburbs.
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Line G was approved, along with Line H, as part of the 'North-South Connection' project, in {{AN|1694}}. Construction took 4 years, with the lines lying mostly underground, before coming above ground on a lower-platform station at Izaran, and on the other side at Plaza Upiedas. The line is also underground at the Airport Loop. The line opened between Sicero and Aueropuerto Tránsito in {{AN|1698}}. Several fill-in stations however, were not opened until {{AN|1700}}. The Airport Loop opened in {{AN|1707}}, and in the same year the extension to Casa María became operational. After 21:00, the line stops at Aeropuerto Tránsito, not using the loop, due to low demand. It connects the Airport directly to the city center, and is the main north-south connection in the network.
Line G was approved, along with Line H, as part of the 'North-South Connection' project, in {{AN|1694}}. Construction took 4 years, with the lines lying mostly underground, before coming above ground on a lower-platform station at Izaran, and on the other side at Plaza Upiedas. The line is also underground at the Airport Loop. The line opened between Sicero and Aueropuerto Tránsito in {{AN|1698}}. Several fill-in stations however, were not opened until {{AN|1700}}. The Airport Loop opened in {{AN|1707}}, and in the same year the extension to Casa María became operational. In {{AN|1715}}, new infill stations opened in the Airport Loop. After 21:00, the line stops at Aeropuerto Tránsito, not using the loop, due to low demand. It connects the Airport directly to the city center, and is the main north-south connection in the network.
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Line H was approved, along with Line G, as the north-sound line connections of the network in {{AN|1694}}. Work continued and finished a month after Line G. The line is underground in the city center, but comes above ground at Plaza Real and at Limara. The line opened between Bagalipe and Bontocosta in {{AN|1698}}. The extension to Conzalito followed in {{AN|1700}}, but most infill stations only opened in {{AN|1704}}. The extension to Aldorro followed in {{AN|1709}}. It acts as an important connection from north to south, as well as vital locations in the city center.
Line H was approved, along with Line G, as the north-sound line connections of the network in {{AN|1694}}. Work continued and finished a month after Line G. The line is underground in the city center, but comes above ground at Plaza Real and at Limara. The line opened between Bagalipe and Bontocosta in {{AN|1698}}. The extension to Conzalito followed in {{AN|1700}}, but most infill stations only opened in {{AN|1704}}. The extension to Aldorro followed in {{AN|1709}}. It acts as an important connection from north to south, as well as vital locations in the city center.
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=== Conzalito Tram-Train ===
=== Line I ===
The Conzalito Tram-Train is a hybrid line utilizing both on-street tracks as well as dedicated train track. It connects to the Line A at Puerte Nuevo, to Line H at Conzalito, and Line G at Manco Cápac.  
Line I runs through most of the northern suburbs, as well as in the dense west downtown. It crosses several lines. It shares track with Line B, before turning north and sharing track with Line C, turning north and crossing Line F, then Line A, turning east and crossing Line H and Line G, after that crossing Line E and ending at the interchange with Line D.


The Conzalito Tram-Train project was announced by the City Council in {{AN|1695}}, but it was taken by the FDTA and started construction in {{AN|1697}}. It opened between Esquiri and Sumalco in {{AN|1700}}. The extensions to Puerte Nuevo and Manco Cápac followed soon in {{AN|1701}}. It is entirely above ground; between Sumalco and Esquiri, it is on-street track; while beyond, to Puerte Nuevo and Manco Cápac, it utilizes light rail track. It serves wholly the municipal territory of Conzalito, except beyond Mirada and Zugoza, where the borders of the FCD are crossed.  
Line I was approved as part of the 'Harbor Metro Line' project in {{AN|1710}}. Construction took long because of the high density areas it passed, necessitating bored tunnels. It opened in its entirety between Ensayos de Libertad and Natezo in {{AN|1716}}. It runs entirely underground. It connects the Harbour to the network, as well as a express connection between the Airport and the University and Government Districts.
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!Namesake
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|Puerte Nuevo
|Ensayos de Libertad
|Line A
|Line B
|{{AN|1686}}
Line D
|4
|{{AN|1716}}
|New Gate neighborhood, Military District
|6
|[[Essays on Liberty]]
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|Mirada
|Castillo Princessa
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|Line B
|{{AN|1701}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|4
|Mirada suburb
|Princess Castle
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|Cabrihal
|San Pedro
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|{{AN|1701}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|2
|Cabrihal suburb
|San Pedro suburb, University District
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|Jiquilapa
|Puerta de los Santos
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|Line C
|{{AN|1701}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|2
|Jiquilapa suburb
|Saint's Gate neighborhood, University district
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|Venoas
|Cardiologiá
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|Line C
|{{AN|1701}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|2
|Venoas suburb
|University Hospital Cardiology building
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|Onresa
|Hospital de Universitad
|Line C
|{{AN|1716}}
|3
|University Hospital main building
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|Palacio Real
|Line C
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|Royal Palace, south entrance
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|Paloma
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|{{AN|1701}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|2
|Onresa suburb
|Royal Dovecote
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|Esquiri
|Pacto Raspur
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|{{AN|1700}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|3
|2
|Esquiri suburb
|[[Raspur Pact]]
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|San Pepango
|Plaza del Rey
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|{{AN|1700}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|2
|San Pepango suburb
|King's Square
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|Conzalito
|San Mariaria
|Line H
|Line F
|{{AN|1700}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|6
|5
|Conzalito Barrio
|San Maríara suburb
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|Flolonga
|Parque Péndulo
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|{{AN|1700}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|2
|Flolonga suburb
|Pendulum Park
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|-
|Magdazos
|Automotriz
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|{{AN|1700}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|2
|Magdazos suburb
|Automotive Sector, Factory District
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|Aseva
|Fábricas
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|{{AN|1700}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|2
|Aeva suburb
|Factory District
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|Sumalco
|Telala
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|Line A
|{{AN|1700}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|4
|Telala Suburb
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|Diez
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|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|2
|Sumalco suburb
|Roberto Diez, writer
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|Arelita
|Trentallas
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|Line H
|{{AN|1701}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|3
|4
|Arelito suburb
|Trentallas suburb
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|Complejo Deportes
|Cuartos de Escudo
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|{{AN|1701}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|2
|North Sports Complex
|Shield Quarters neighbourhood, Trentallas
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|Zugoza
|Sala de Acero
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|{{AN|1701}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|2
|Zugoza suburb
|Steel Palace, Trentallas
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|Manco Cápac / P+R Aeropuerto
|Pared
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|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|Hector Pared, painter
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|Afueras
|Line G
|Line G
|{{AN|1701}}
|4
|[[King of Nouvelle Alexandrie|King]] [[Manco Cápac]] / P+R Airport
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=== Line I ===
Line I runs through most of the northern suburbs, as well as in the dense west downtown. It crosses several lines. It shares track with Line B, before turning north and sharing track with Line C, turning north and crossing Line F, then Line A, turning east and crossing Line H and Line G, after that crossing Line E and ending at the interchange with Line D.
Line I was approved as part of the 'Harbor Metro Line' project in {{AN|1710}}. Construction took long because of the high density areas it passed, necessitating bored tunnels. It opened in its entirety between Ensayos de Libertad and Natezo in {{AN|1716}}. It runs entirely underground. It connects the Harbour to the network, as well as a express connection between the Airport and the University and Government Districts.
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!Connections
!Date opened
!Platforms
!Namesake
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|Ensayos de Libertad
|Line B
Line D
|{{AN|1716}}
|6
|[[Essays on Liberty]]
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|Castillo Princessa
|Line B
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|4
|4
|Princess Castle
|Outskirts neighbourhood, Culture District
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|San Pedro
|Lado Lejano
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|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|2
|San Pedro suburb, University District
|Far Side neighbourhood, Culture District
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|Puerta de los Santos
|Puerto
|Line C
|
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|Saint's Gate neighborhood, University district
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|Cardiologiá
|Line C
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|University Hospital Cardiology building
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|Hospital de Universitad
|Line C
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|3
|3
|University Hospital main building
|Cárdenas Harbor District
|-
|-
|Palacio Real
|Briones
|Line C
|
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|2
|Royal Palace, south entrance
|Vanesa Briones, singer
|-
|-
|Paloma
|Nubes
|
|
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|2
|Royal Dovecote
|Teresa Nubes, politician
|-
|-
|Pacto Raspur
|Arsenal de Fuerte
|
|
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|2
|[[Raspur Pact]]
|Silver Fort Arsenal
|-
|-
|Plaza del Rey
|Ahuaco
|
|Line E
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|4
|King's Square
|Ahuaco suburb
|-
|-
|San Mariaria
|Zamorano
|Line F
|{{AN|1716}}
|5
|San Maríara suburb
|-
|Parque Péndulo
|
|
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|2
|Pendulum Park
|Julian Zamorano, astronomer
|-
|-
|Automotriz
|Natezo
|
|Line D
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|5
|Automotive Sector, Factory District
|Natezo suburb
|}
 
=== Conzalito Tram-Train ===
The Conzalito Tram-Train is a hybrid line utilizing both on-street tracks as well as dedicated train track. It connects to the Line A at Puerte Nuevo, to Line H at Conzalito, and Line G at Manco Cápac.
 
The Conzalito Tram-Train project was announced by the City Council in {{AN|1695}}, but it was taken by the FDTA and started construction in {{AN|1697}}. It opened between Esquiri and Sumalco in {{AN|1700}}. The extensions to Puerte Nuevo and Manco Cápac followed soon in {{AN|1701}}. It is entirely above ground; between Sumalco and Esquiri, it is on-street track; while beyond, to Puerte Nuevo and Manco Cápac, it utilizes light rail track. It serves wholly the municipal territory of Conzalito, except beyond Mirada and Zugoza, where the borders of the FCD are crossed.
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!Connections
!Date opened
!Platforms
!Namesake
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|-
|Fábricas
|Puerte Nuevo
|
|{{AN|1716}}
|2
|Factory District
|-
|Telala
|Line A
|Line A
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1686}}
|4
|4
|Telala Suburb
|New Gate neighborhood, Military District
|-
|-
|Diez
|Mirada
|
|
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1701}}
|2
|2
|Roberto Diez, writer
|Mirada suburb
|-
|-
|Trentallas
|Cabrihal
|Line H
|{{AN|1716}}
|4
|Trentallas suburb
|-
|Cuartos de Escudo
|
|
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1701}}
|2
|2
|Shield Quarters neighbourhood, Trentallas
|Cabrihal suburb
|-
|-
|Sala de Acero
|Jiquilapa
|
|
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1701}}
|2
|2
|Steel Palace, Trentallas
|Jiquilapa suburb
|-
|-
|Pared
|Venoas
|
|
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1701}}
|2
|2
|Hector Pared, painter
|Venoas suburb
|-
|-
|Afueras
|Onresa
|Line G
|{{AN|1716}}
|4
|Outskirts neighbourhood, Culture District
|-
|Lado Lejano
|
|
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1701}}
|2
|2
|Far Side neighbourhood, Culture District
|Onresa suburb
|-
|-
|Puerto
|Esquiri
|
|
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1700}}
|3
|3
|Cárdenas Harbor District
|Esquiri suburb
|-
|-
|Briones
|San Pepango
|
|
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1700}}
|2
|2
|Vanesa Briones, singer
|San Pepango suburb
|-
|Conzalito
|Line H
|{{AN|1700}}
|6
|Conzalito Barrio
|-
|-
|Nubes
|Flolonga
|
|
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1700}}
|2
|2
|Teresa Nubes, politician
|Flolonga suburb
|-
|-
|Arsenal de Fuerte
|Magdazos
|
|
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1700}}
|2
|2
|Silver Fort Arsenal
|Magdazos suburb
|-
|-
|Ahuaco
|Aseva
|Line E
|{{AN|1716}}
|4
|Ahuaco suburb
|-
|Zamorano
|
|
|{{AN|1716}}
|{{AN|1700}}
|2
|2
|Julian Zamorano, astronomer
|Aeva suburb
|-
|-
|Natezo
|Sumalco
|Line D
|{{AN|1716}}
|5
|Natezo suburb
|}
 
=== Timeline ===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Date
!Section or Station
!Line
|-
|12.X.{{AN|1686}}
|
|
|Line A
|{{AN|1700}}
|2
|Sumalco suburb
|-
|-
|24.XII.{{AN|1686}}
|Arelita
|
|
|Line B
|{{AN|1701}}
|3
|Arelito suburb
|-
|-
|26.XII.{{AN|1686}}
|Complejo Deportes
|
|
|Line C
|{{AN|1701}}
|2
|North Sports Complex
|-
|-
|20.XIV.{{AN|1686}}
|Zugoza
|
|
|Line D
|{{AN|1701}}
|2
|Zugoza suburb
|-
|Manco Cápac / P+R Aeropuerto
|Line G
|{{AN|1701}}
|4
|[[King of Nouvelle Alexandrie|King]] [[Manco Cápac]] / P+R Airport
|}
 
=== Timeline ===
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed"
|+
!Date
!Section or Station
!Line
|-
|-
|2.I.{{AN|1688}}
|12.X.{{AN|1686}}
|
|Alvarez Avenue-Olos
|Line A
|Line A
|-
|-
|8.II.{{AN|1688}}
|24.XII.{{AN|1686}}
|
|Bagalipe-Niños Pequeños
|Line B
|Line B
|-
|-
|18.III{{AN|1688}}
|26.XII.{{AN|1686}}
|
|Patiapa Mercado-Divata
|Line C
|Line C
|-
|-
|22.III.{{AN|1688}}
|20.XIV.{{AN|1686}}
|
|Enzayos de Libertad
|Line D
|Line D
|-
|-
|
|2.I.{{AN|1688}}
|
|Telala
|
Panalella
 
Hospital Buenos
|Line A
|-
|-
|
|8.II.{{AN|1688}}
|
|Uni. Cárdenas Campus
|
Plaza de Sangre
 
Plaza de la Federación
|Line B
|-
|-
|
|22.II.{{AN|1688}}
|
|Parque Real
|
|}


== Stations ==
Plaza de la Libertad
Out of the 265 stations, 255 are served 24 hours a day. Underground stations in Cárdenas are typically accessed by staircases going down from street level. Many of these staircases are painted in red, with slight or significant variations in design for each station. Several stations are built underneath other buildings and have accesses inside or adjacent to it. All entrances have yellow square lights and signs with 'Metro'.  
|Line B
|-
|18.III.{{AN|1688}}
|Pabellón
Arco de Unidad


=== Concourse ===
Hospital de Universitad
Most stations in the subway system have [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mezzanine mezzanines]. Mezzanines allow for passengers to enter from multiple locations at an intersection and proceed to the correct platform without having to cross the street before entering. Inside mezzanines are [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paid_area fare control] areas, where passengers physically pay their fare to enter the subway system. Many elevated stations also have platform-level fare control with no common station house between directions of service.  
|Line C
|-
|20.II.{{AN|1690}}
|Tore Hiero
Zoo
|Line D
|-
|22.III.{{AN|1691}}
|Choba Mercado-Ahuaco
|Line E
|-
|28.V.{{AN|1691}}
|Bocabona-Alanregal
|Line F
|-
|10.VII.{{AN|1691}}
|Puente Leones
Cítricos


Paying for subway services can be done in station booths or vending machines. There is a physical ticket system, as well as a digital [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Contactless_smart_card Contactless smart card] known as [[TarjetaMetro]]. These smart cards can be swiped at a turnstile, customers enter the fare-controlled area of the station and continue to the platforms. Special 'Waiting Areas' are available in most underground stations, consisting of benches and identified by a yellow sign.
Estadio Real


=== Platforms ===
Puente Forte
A typical subway station has waiting platforms ranging from 150 to 180 m (450 to 600 ft). Some are longer. Most stations have platforms serving one line, but some share lines. Overhead electronic boards show which trains stop where and when. Identification is also available on the front and sides of the trains.
|Line A
|-
|12.IX.{{AN|1691}}
|Uni. Cárdenas - Letras
Uni. Cárdenas - Politica


There are several common platform configurations. Most single line stations, especially above ground, have two [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Side_platform side platforms]. Double and multi-line stations have at least one [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Island_platform island platform]. End stations also have an island platform.  
Nirillos Avenue
|Line B
|-
|18.IX.{{AN|1691}}
|Altarez
Cstillo Princessa
|Line B
|-
|20.X.{{AN|1691}}
|Patiapa Este-Espacio Estrellas
|Line C
|-
|08.II.{{AN|1692}}
|Alvarez Avenue-Alutas de Chile
|Line A
|-
|03.IV.{{AN|1694}}
|Niños Pequeños-Jinozonte
|Line B
|-
|19.IV.{{AN|1694}}
|Miran
Niquile


=== Accesibility ===
Plaza Olivos
The network was built with facilities for Disabled people in mind. Most are handicapped-accessible, including wheelchair-friendly turnstiles. Street elevators are available for many stations. Many stations also have both staircases and escalators.


== Fares ==
Plaza Loros
Riders pay a single fare to enter the subway system and may transfer between trains at no extra cost until they exit via station turnstiles; the fare is a flat rate regardless of how far or how long the rider travels. Thus, riders must swipe their physical ticket, TarjetaMetro, or smartphone on an reader at the turnstile upon entering the subway system, but not a second time upon leaving.


As of {{AN|1716}}, the base fare is [[New Alexandrian écu|NAX€]]2.75 with the last fare increase occuring on II.{{AN|1715}}. Fares can be paid with most credit or debit cards (including smartphone pay), with a reusable TarjetaMetro, or with single-use tickets. The [[Federal District Transport Authority|FDTA]] offers 7-day (at €14.50) and 30-day (at €60.00) unlimited ride programs that can lower the effective per-ride fare significantly. Reduced fares are available for the elderly and people with disabilities (at €1.65).
Puerta Leones
|Line B
|-
|23.IV.{{AN|1694}}
|Cornate
|Line B/C
|-
|23.IV.{{AN|1694}}
|Mena
La Palama


== Safety and Security ==
Purcoya


=== Signaling ===
Santacate
Most routes use [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Railway_signalling#Block_signalling block signalling], but several routes have been retrofitted with [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Communications-based_train_control communication-based train control], which would allow trains to run without conductor input.
|Line C
|-
|25.IV.{{AN|1694}}
|Terraplén


==== Wayside block signaling ====
Teatro Nuevo
Much of the system currently uses [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Automatic_block_signaling automatic block signaling] with fixed wayside signals and automatic [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Train_stop train stops] to provide safe train operation across the whole system. These signals work by preventing trains from entering a "block" occupied by another train. Typically, the blocks are 300 m (1,000 ft) long. Red and green lights show whether a block is occupied or vacant. The train's maximum speed will depend on how many blocks are open in front of it. The signals do not register a train's speed, nor where in the block the train is located.


Subway trains are stopped mechanically at all signals showing "stop". To make train stops safe and effective, wayside trippers must not be moved to trip ("stop") position until the train has fully passed.  
Puerta de los Santos
|Line C
|-
|08.V.{{AN|1694}}
|Ahuaco-Pontarona
|Line E
|-
|12.VII.{{AN|1694}}
|Jinozonte-Bemar
|Line D
|-
|19.VII.{{AN|1694}}
|Colegio Siena
Piscina Belon
 
Pasaños
 
Puerto Luna
 
Corral Cervecería
 
Parque Costa
|Line D
|-
|09.X.{{AN|1694}}
|Alanregal-Jario
|Line F
|-
|15.XIII.{{AN|1694}}
|Jario-Seniuca
|Line D
|-
|19.I.{{AN|1698}}
|Sicero-Aeropuerto Tránsito
|Line G
|-
|10.II.{{AN|1698}}
|Bagalipe-Bontocosta
|Line H
|-
|11.V.{{AN|1698}}
|Plaza Moral-Gustierrez
|Line A
|-
|14.V.{{AN|1698}}
|El Pasado Oeste
Matamosa
|Line A
|-
|29.V.{{AN|1698}}
|Jinozonte-Chalas
|Line B
|-
|06.VI.{{AN|1698}}
|Sicero
Plaza upiedas
|Line C/G
|-
|06.VI.{{AN|1698}}
|Mornea
Yazapa Avenue
 
Intilutan
 
Armerio
 
Puerta Sol
|Line C
|-
|25.VII.{{AN|1698}}
|Renahu
Tricion
 
Conlejo
 
Patajanes
|Line D (now Line F)
|-
|20.X.{{AN|1698}}
|Seniuca-El Ricas
|Line D
|-
|01.II.{{AN|1700}}
|Gustierrez
|Line A
|-
|12.IV.{{AN|1700}}
|Bemar-El Patuca
|Line D
|-
|17.V.{{AN|1700}}
|Puente del Estadio
Campo de Fútbol
 
Mercado Ciudad
 
Plaza de los Héroes
 
Casas Azules
|Line G
|-
|22.VI.{{AN|1700}}
|Afueras
 
Tecuba
|Line G
|-
|28.VIII.{{AN|1700}}
|Esquiri-Sumalco
|Consalito Tram-Train
|-
|10.X.{{AN|1700}}
|Bontocosta-Conzalito
|Line H
|-
|28.XII.{{AN|1700}}
|El Ricas-Tastin Centrale
|Line G
|-
|20.III.{{AN|1701}}
|Esquiri-Puerte Nuevo
Sumalco-Manco Cápac
|Consalito Tram-Train
|-
|20.III.{{AN|1701}}
|Manco Cápac
|Line G
|-
|20.III.{{AN|1704}}
|La Denio
|Line E
|-
|10.IV.{{AN|1704}}
|Limara
Calcuton
 
Trentallas
 
Sardinio
 
El Congado
|Line H
|-
|25.VI.{{AN|1704}}
|Pontarona-Laguzalito Norte
|Line E
|-
|10.VII.{{AN|1704}}
|Albaño
Churule
|Line F
|-
|04.II.{{AN|1706}}
|Cavas
Cardiologiá
|Line C
|-
|08.III.{{AN|1707}}
|Terminal 3
|Line G
|-
|12.IV.{{AN|1707}}
|Sicero-Casa Maria
|Line G
|-
|13.V.{{AN|1709}}
|Bagalipe-Aldorro
|Line H
|-
|06.X.{{AN|1715}}
|Terminal 5 & 6
Terminal 4
|Line G
|-
|11.XI.{{AN|1716}}
|Ensayos de Libertad-Natezo
|Line I
|}
 
== Stations ==
Out of the 265 stations, 255 are served 24 hours a day. Underground stations in Cárdenas are typically accessed by staircases going down from street level. Many of these staircases are painted in red, with slight or significant variations in design for each station. Several stations are built underneath other buildings and have accesses inside or adjacent to it. All entrances have yellow square lights and signs with 'Metro'.
 
=== Concourse ===
Most stations in the subway system have [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mezzanine mezzanines]. Mezzanines allow for passengers to enter from multiple locations at an intersection and proceed to the correct platform without having to cross the street before entering. Inside mezzanines are [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paid_area fare control] areas, where passengers physically pay their fare to enter the subway system. Many elevated stations also have platform-level fare control with no common station house between directions of service.
 
Paying for subway services can be done in station booths or vending machines. There is a physical ticket system, as well as a digital [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Contactless_smart_card Contactless smart card] known as [[TarjetaMetro]]. These smart cards can be swiped at a turnstile, customers enter the fare-controlled area of the station and continue to the platforms. Special 'Waiting Areas' are available in most underground stations, consisting of benches and identified by a yellow sign.
 
=== Platforms ===
A typical subway station has waiting platforms ranging from 150 to 180 m (450 to 600 ft). Some are longer. Most stations have platforms serving one line, but some share lines. Overhead electronic boards show which trains stop where and when. Identification is also available on the front and sides of the trains.
 
There are several common platform configurations. Most single line stations, especially above ground, have two [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Side_platform side platforms]. Double and multi-line stations have at least one [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Island_platform island platform]. End stations also have an island platform.
 
=== Accesibility ===
The network was built with facilities for Disabled people in mind. Most are handicapped-accessible, including wheelchair-friendly turnstiles. Street elevators are available for many stations. Many stations also have both staircases and escalators.
 
== Service ==
 
=== Fares ===
Riders pay a single fare to enter the subway system and may transfer between trains at no extra cost until they exit via station turnstiles; the fare is a flat rate regardless of how far or how long the rider travels. Thus, riders must swipe their physical ticket, TarjetaMetro, or smartphone on an reader at the turnstile upon entering the subway system, but not a second time upon leaving.
 
As of {{AN|1716}}, the base fare is [[New Alexandrian écu|NAX€]]2.75 with the last fare increase occuring on II.{{AN|1715}}. Fares can be paid with most credit or debit cards (including smartphone pay), with a reusable TarjetaMetro, or with single-use tickets. The [[Federal District Transport Authority|FDTA]] offers 7-day (at €14.50) and 30-day (at €60.00) unlimited ride programs that can lower the effective per-ride fare significantly. Reduced fares are available for the elderly and people with disabilities (at €1.65).
 
=== Operating hours ===
Service starts at 5:30 am and ends at about 12:00 pm. On Fridays and Saturdays, services end later, at about 1:30 pm.
 
When the Metro is closed, two night train services are run at 2:00 and 4:00 pm, except on Fridays and Saturdays, when a single night service is run at 4:00 pm. These are not run on all lines: only Lines A, B, F and G have night services. It follows the same routes and stops at the same stations.
 
== Other rail lines operated by FDTA ==
 
=== Aeropuerto Express Line ===
The AEX, also known as the Airport Express, is a short high-speed transfer line running between [[Cárdenas Grande Unión Station]] and [[Cárdenas International Airport]], which operates between 08:00 am and 09:00 pm on weekdays. It utilizes the High Speed Line between Cárdenas and Parap, running at a travel time of 16 minutes. It is a popular line for tourists and commuters. The line does not connect directly to the Metro, except at Grande Unión station, but is operates as an integrated part of the Metro.
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed"
!Station
|-
|[[Cárdenas Grande Unión Station]]
|-
|Conzalito
|-
|[[Cárdenas International Airport]]
|}
 
=== Cárdenas-Conzalito-Moradon Line ===
The CCM is a regional commuter line, connecting Cárdenas with its west and north conglomeration and beyond to the city of Moradon. It runs west from Grande Unión Station, through the University of Cardenas, and then north past Albaño, towards Conzalito, and finally ending in Moradon. It uses the Keltian Bulk Line for most of its track, with track separation at stations not visited by intercity trains. It is a popular line with commuters from the west suburbs and the city of Moradon, while also connecting to four metro Lines: B, D, F and H, and the Conzalito Tram-Train. The Line was opened as the regional commuter service for the west part of the FCD in 1705, when the High Speed Line between Cárdenas and Parap came online.
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed"
|+
!Station
|-
|[[Cárdenas Grande Unión Station]]
|-
|Zoo
|-
|Tamento Centrale
|-
|Entretenimiento
|-
|University of Cárdenas
|-
|San Auguste Cerecero
|-
|Albaño Miguélez
|-
|Albaño
|-
|Albaño Santa Teresa
|-
|Capaca
|-
|Zona Industrial Sud
|-
|Zona Industrial Nord
|-
|Telala Norte
|-
|Trentallas Oeste
|-
|Sardinio Mulusia
|-
|Conzalito Lérida
|-
|Conzalito
|-
|Conzalito Ajón
|-
|Sevilaga
|-
|Crecelio
|-
|Astudura
|-
|Torretiva
|-
|Moradon Aveiro
|-
|Moradon Centrale
|-
|Moradon Redes
|}
 
=== Cárdenas-Jedillo Line ===
The CJ Line is a commuter line that serves the south and east conglomeration of the FCD, running beyond to the nearby city of Jedillo, through Izaran and Jinozonte. It uses the Santander Bulk Line for this, with separated tracks for dedicated stations not serviced by intercity trains. It is popular with commuters, as well as the city of Jedillo, and connects to three lines: twice to the Line D, as well as Line B and Line G. The Line opened as a regional service on the SBL for the south and east part of the FCD in 1703.
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed"
|+
!Station
|-
|[[Cárdenas Grande Unión Station]]
|-
|Izaran Alcalde
|-
|Izaran
|-
|Izaran San Domingo
|-
|Jinozonte Imorese
|-
|Jinozonte
|-
|Jinozonte Cartamería
|-
|Conde
|-
|Borobia
|-
|Marbelicia
|-
|Sonia
|-
|Girotoria
|-
|Ciurdoba
|-
|Jedillo Limor
|-
|Jedillo Pavarre
|-
|Jedillo Centrale
|}
 
=== Cardenas-Pregál Line ===
The CP Line is a commuter line that runs south of the FCD, towards the city of Pregál, passing through Choba. It uses the KBL for this, with dedicated tracks for stations not served by intercity trains. It is used mostly by commuters to the rest of Santander and Valencia, especially from Pregál. It connects to Line B and E. The Line was opened in 1710 to support the connection between Cárdenas and Pregál, after the High Speed Line to Santiago opened.
 
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed"
!Station
|-
|[[Cárdenas Grande Unión Station]]
|-
|San Ferriomo
|-
|Nincaral
|-
|Choba Centrale
|-
|Tadora
|-
|Cantaville
|-
|Barcerrol
|-
|Pangos
|-
|Rebogre
|-
|Talva
|-
|Cartaroll
|-
|Mouco
|-
|Mourro
|-
|Pregál Raelestile
|-
|Pregál Vegualde
|-
|Pregál Centrale
|}
 
== Future expansions ==
The Metro system is currently expanding:
 
* A new infill station for Line C at Lleilajara (between Alanregal and Tosol) is under construction
* New infill stations for Line E at Plaza Gagovia (between Parque Diplomatico and Fuerte Plata) and Ahuaco Norte are under construction
* A new infill station for Line F at Torre de la Paz (between Bolsa Nacionál and Plaza Cielo) is under construction
* New infill stations for Line G at Parque Ougo (between Izaran and Barraranco), Santartos (between Casas Azulas and Prisión de la Ciudad), and Miti (between Plaza Upiedas and Afueras) are under construction
* An extension of Line A from Asturias de Chile towards the northwest is planned; a track of 1.6 km (1 mi) with 2 stations. An extension from Gustierrez southward, towards Jinozonte Cartamería, a track of 2.4 km (1.5 mi) with 2 stations, is also planned.
* An extension of Line D from Tastin Norte north-eastward is planned; a track of 3.2 km (2 mi) with 4 stations.
* An extension of Line G from Casa María southward is planned; a track of 1.2 km (0.75 mi) with a new station.
 
=== New Lines ===
There is one proposed new line. It is not yet approved for construction, nor is a timeline known. Line J would be a short line linking Archivos Nacionales with Niños Pequeños, through Estadio Real, crossing Lines A, B, E, F, G, and H in the process. This is informally known as the 'Central Drain', because it would act as a relief line for Lines A and C, bypassing Grande Unión Station. Major problems are the existing network, which would require new bored tunnels, and tunelling under Queral River.
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Line
! colspan="2" |Terminals
!Length
!Stations
|-
|Line J
|Archivos Nacionales
|Niños Pequeños
|18.4 km (11.5 mi)
|12
|}
 
== Safety and Security ==
 
=== Signaling ===
Most routes use [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Railway_signalling#Block_signalling block signalling], but several routes have been retrofitted with [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Communications-based_train_control communication-based train control], which would allow trains to run without conductor input.
 
==== Wayside block signaling ====
Much of the system currently uses [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Automatic_block_signaling automatic block signaling] with fixed wayside signals and automatic [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Train_stop train stops] to provide safe train operation across the whole system. These signals work by preventing trains from entering a "block" occupied by another train. Typically, the blocks are 300 m (1,000 ft) long. Red and green lights show whether a block is occupied or vacant. The train's maximum speed will depend on how many blocks are open in front of it. The signals do not register a train's speed, nor where in the block the train is located.
 
Subway trains are stopped mechanically at all signals showing "stop". To make train stops safe and effective, wayside trippers must not be moved to trip ("stop") position until the train has fully passed.  


==== Communications-based train control ====
==== Communications-based train control ====
SInce the last years, the FDTA began automating the subway by  installing CBTC, which supplements rather than replaces the fixed-block signal system; it allows trains to operate more closely together with lower headways. Due to the sucess of the system, additional cars were ordered to service the system. The Blue and Red Line were the first to be outfitted with this. The Silver Line was built with CBTC in mind. The FDTA has operated it in conjunction with [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/One-person_operation OPTO] since {{AN|1706}}. It has done all this in combination with the system known as the Automatic Metro Supervision (AMS). AMS allows dispatchers in the Operations Control Center (OCC) to see where trains are in real time, and whether each individual train is running early or late. Dispatchers can hold trains for connections, re-route trains, or short-turn trains to provide better service when a disruption causes delays.
SInce the last years, the FDTA began automating the subway by  installing CBTC, which supplements rather than replaces the fixed-block signal system; it allows trains to operate more closely together with lower headways. Due to the success of the system, additional cars were ordered to service the system. Lines A and B were the first to be outfitted with this. Lines G, H, and I were built with CBTC in mind. The FDTA has operated it in conjunction with [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/One-person_operation OPTO] since {{AN|1706}}. It has done all this in combination with the system known as the Automatic Metro Supervision (AMS). AMS allows dispatchers in the Operations Control Center (OCC) to see where trains are in real time, and whether each individual train is running early or late. Dispatchers can hold trains for connections, re-route trains, or short-turn trains to provide better service when a disruption causes delays.
 
== DIsused stations ==
There are a few stations that never opened on the network, either due to low demand or for financial reasons.
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Station
!Line
!Built
!Notes
|-
|Estacionamiento Universitario
|Line A
|{{AN|1686}}
|Was built west of the location of the current University train station, but was never opened to public use. In {{AN|1695}}, it became the central depot of the network.
|-
|Nincaral Este
|Line B
|{{AN|1686}}
|Built between Nincaral and Niquile stations, but never opened. Niquile station sat only 320 m from it. Remnants, such as the platforms, are still visible.
|-
|Serdoba
|Line D
|{{AN|1700}}
|Planned as a link station between Seniuca and San Portona. Was abandoned, along with the track, in favour of the Astante branch. Demolished in {{AN|1706}}.
|-
|Olos Oeste
|Line A
|{{AN|1691}}
|Was built west of Olos station, but never opened to public us. Casino Real, only 220 m away, replaced it in {{AN|1698}}. The station is still visible by carriage, but not lit or accesible.
|-
|Códrid
|Line A/D
|{{AN|1694}}
|Was built east of Grande Unión station (about 300 m away), but never opened to the public, as a transfer station for Lines A and D. Was closed in {{AN|1696}}. Still visible from carriage, but not lit or accesible.
|}
 
== See also ==
 
* [[Rail transport in Nouvelle Alexandrie]]
* [[Punta Santiago Metro]]
 
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Cárdenas Metro
Grande Unión Metro.jpg
Grande Unión Metro Station
Native name Metro de Cárnedas
Owner Federal District Transport Authority
Locale Cárdenas
Transit type Rapid transpit
Number of lines 10
Number of stations 265
Daily ridership 1,430,136 (1718 AN)
Annual ridership 522 million (1708 AN)
Began operation 1685 AN
Operator Federal District Transport Authority
Headway 8 minutes
Number of vehicles 88 (active)
22 (reserve)
System length 196.8 km (95.4 mi)
Track gauge 1435 mm (4 ft 8 1⁄2 in)
Average speed 64 km/h (40 mph)
Top speed 140 km/h (87 mph)
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The Cárdenas Metro is a rapid transit railway network that serves the city of Cárdenas, capital of the Federation of Nouvelle Alexandrie. The Metro was opened in 1686 AN, consisting of four lines. Since then, five more lines have been added to the network, and the Conzalito Tram-Train was incorporated as well. It has a total of 265 stations, and a total length of 197 km. It is one of the largest and most modern railway networks in Keltia, and indeed on Micras, and takes more than a million passengers each day.

The line is operated by the local transport provider, FDTA, which also operates the commuter rail services: the Aeropuerto Express Line, the Cárdenas-Conzalito-Moradon Line, the Cárdenas-Jedillo Line, and the Cárdenas-Pregál Line.

Rolling stock

Since the opening of the network, the TR-80 Subway Train has been the staple vehicle. But since 1705, the TR-100 is slowly replacing all previous trains, having higher average speeds and more capacity. The SPD-40A Tram-Train, which drives the Conzalito Tram-Train line, replaced the aged SPD-30 Tram-Train in 1701 AN.

Designation Producer Total Units Units in service Power output Top speed Years built Image
TR-100 'Super-Subway' TR 106 92 2600 kW 140 km/h (87 mph) 1705-1708 AN TR-100 'Super-Subway'.jpg
TR-80 'Subway' TR 32 22 2000 kW 100 km/h (62 mph) 1685-1705 AN TR-80 'Subway' .jpg
SPD-40A Tram-Train TR 8 6 1200 kW 60 km/h (37 mph) 1700-1701 AN SPD-40A Tram-Train.jpg

Lines

# Line Opened Last extension Stations Served Length Average interstation Journeys made (1718 AN) Termini Rolling Stock Conduction system
1 Line A 1686 AN 1700 AN 31 19.6 km / 12.1 mi 686 m / 2,250 ft 671.3 million Alturas de Chiles

Gustierrez

TR-100 Automatic
2 Line B 1686 AN 1710 AN 49 24.8 km / 15.3 mi 590 m / 1.935 ft 813.9 million Ensayos de Libertad

Bagalipe

Chalas

TR-100 Automatic
3 Line C 1686 AN 1706 AN 42 29.5 km / 18.3 mi 614 m / 2,014 ft 793.2 million Circular Line TR-100 Conductor
4 Line D 1686 AN 1702 AN 53 32.9 km / 20.4 mi 756 m / 2,480 ft 739.1 million Ensados de Libertad

Tastin Norte

TR-100 Conductor
5 Line E 1691 AN 1709 AN 28 19.8 km / 12.3 mi 627 m / 2,057 ft 659.2 million La Denio

Laguzalito Norte

TR-80 Conductor
6 Line F 1691 AN 1714 AN 23 14.4 km / 8.9 mi 578 m / 1,896 ft 451.2 million Albaño

Bemar

TR-80 Conductor
7 Line G 1698 AN 1715 AN 23 16.7 km / 10.3 mi 592 m / 1,942 ft 487.3 million Aeropuerto Tránsito/T3

Casa Maria

TR-100 Automatic
8 Line H 1698 AN 1707 AN 26 16.5 km / 10.2 mi 604 m / 1981 ft 492.1 million Bagalipe

Conzalito

TR-80 Conductor
9 Conzalito Tram-Train 1700 AN 1701 AN 16 7.4 km / 4.5 mi 378 m / 1240 ft 84.5 million Puerte Nuevo

Manco Cápac

SPD-40A Automatic
10 Line I 1716 AN 1716 AN 29 15.2 km / 9.4 mi 585 m / 1920 ft 17.4 million Ensados de Libertad

Natezo

TR-100 Automatic

Stations

Line A

Line A serves the bulk of the northwest suburbs, running on the western part of downtown, including the Military District, and then east through the southern downtown, ending in the southeast section of the city, at San Frapa. It connects with several lines in its run, starting with the Conzalito Tram-Train, then Line H, C and F, running along the B and E lines downtown, turning east and crossing Lines H, G, B, and C, before crossing Line D again and ending at an interchange with Line F. It has 31 stations, with terminals at Alturas de Chile and Gustierrez. It is identified by the colour Blue.


Line A was the first line to be opened. Approval was given, along with Lines B to D, in 1682 AN. Work began in the central part, between Archivos Nacionales and Grande Unión, in the same year, and was completed after more than 4 years of construction. Due to the high density surroundings of the line, bored tinnels were used. But the part between Panalella and Alvarez Avenue were built above ground, as was the part beyond Olos. The line opened between Alvarez Avenue and Olos in 1686 AN. Several stations, which were unsuitable at the time, were opened in 1688 AN. New stations, serving the new Ciudad de los Deportes sports complex, opened in 1691 AN. The extension to Alturas de Chile completed a year later. The extension to San Frapas, and the Gustierrez P+R, finished in 1698 AN, although the latter station opened with 2 year delay due to safety concerns. It is a vital connection between the Grande Uníon Station and important places such as the Cortes Federales and Ciudad de los Deportes.

Name Connections Date opened Platforms Namesake
Alturas de Chile 1692 AN 3 Chilli Hills neighbourhood, Military District
Castillo Viejo 1692 AN 2 Old Castle Building
Alvarez Avenue 1686 AN 3 Vice-President Vicaquirao Alvarez
Griño 1688 AN 2 Marshal Pedro Griño
Puerte Nuevo Conzalito Tram-Train 1686 AN 4 New Gate neighborhood, Military District
Telala Line I 1688 AN 4 Telala Suburb
Panalella 1688 AN 2 Panalella Suburb
Hospital Buenos 1688 AN 2 Bueno Hospital
Archivos Nacionales Line C 1686 AN 4 National Archives Building
Plaza Cacia 1686 AN 2 Cacia Square
Rincón de Panadero Line F 1686 AN 4 Baker's Corner neighborhood, Culture District
Bueno Villa 1686 AN 2 Bueno Villa neighborhood, Science District
Plaza de la Constitucíon 1686 AN 2 Constitution Square
Palacio Cortes - Est Line B

Line E

1686 AN 8 Cortes Federales Palace, Federal Assembly Entrance
Monumento Nacional Line B

Line E

1686 AN 8 National Monument
Grande Unión Line B

Line D

Line E

1686 AN 16 Grande Unión Train Station
Marañho 1698 AN 2 Abel Marañho, Painter and Sketch Artist
Ciudad Ganado 1698 AN 2 Cattle City neighborhood, Science District
Puente Leones 1691 AN 2 Lion Gate
Cítricos Line H 1691 AN 4 Citrus, reference to Orangeries at location
Estadio Real / Ciudad de los Deportes Line G 1691 AN 4 Royal Stadium / Ciudad de los Deportes sports complex
Mercado Este 1686 AN 2 East Market
Isla de Oro 1686 AN 2 Silver Island neighborhood, Sports City District
Puente Forte 1691 AN 2 Fortress Bridge
Casino Real 1698 AN 2 Royal Casino Building
Olos Line B

Line C

1686 AN 8 Olos Barrio
El Pasado Oeste 1694 AN 2 El Pasado suburb
Matamosa 1694 AN 2 Vicente Matamosa, Writer and Poet
Plaza Moral Line D 1686 AN 4 Moral Square
San Frapa 1698 AN 2 San Frapa suburb
Gustierrez (P+R) Line F 1700 AN 6 Matias Gustierrez, Philosopher and Public Speaker

Line B

Line B runs through some densely populated areas of Cárdenas, starting at the popular southern suburbs, running through the Government and University districts in a Loop, before turning east through downtown, turning south and serving the eastern downtown, before ending at the southeast suburbs. It connects to nearly all lines of the network, starting with Line H, running alongside Line E before coming to Grande Unión Station and joining Line A, looping west and crossing Lines B and C, running alongside Line I, turning east and crossing Line H again, then Line G, before running alongside Line C and crossing Line A, turning east with a final crossing with Line D, before terminating in Chalas. It is identified by the Colour Red. On weekdays, due to demand, the lines are split at Monumento Nacional, with one line servicing the west loop, and the other the eastbound section.


Line B was the second line to be opened. Approval was given, along with Lines A, C and D, in 1682 AN. Construction began on the central part alongside Line A, and was finished only two months later than the former. The line opened, with the west loop, and running to Bagalipe and Niños Pequeños, in that year. The line runs underground through the west loop, and as far as Grande Uníon and Niños Pequeños. Beyond that, the line runs above ground. Several stations, like on Line A, opened only in 1688 AN. New infill stations servicing the University, and several others, opened in 1691 AN. The extension to Jinozonte opened in 1694 AN, and the extension further, to Chalas, in 1698 AN. Splitting the services between the west loop and the east route occured in 1702 AN, to accomodate growing demands in the University District and the city centre. The extension to Masquito opened in 1710 AN. Its most important connection are between the University and the rest of the city center, as well as the southern suburbs to the Grande Uníon Station.

University Loop Line

Name Connections Date opened Platforms Namesake
Ensayos de Libertad Line D

Line I

1686 AN 3 Essays on Liberty
Université de Cárdenas - Letras 1691 AN 2 University Letters Faculty
Université de Cárdenas Campus 1688 AN 3 University Central Campus
Université de Cárdenas - Anthroplogia 1706 AN 2 University Anthropology Faculty
Université de Cárdenas - Politica 1691 AN 4 University Politics Faculty
San Auguste 1700 AN 2 San Auguste Suburb
Plaza de Sangre 1688 AN 2 Square of Blood
Plaza de la Federación 1688 AN 2 Federation Square
Jardines Reales Line C

Line I

1686 AN 4 Royal Gardens
Nirillos Avenue 1691 AN 2 Judith Nirillos, Singer
Parque Real 1688 AN 4 Royal Park
Plaza de la Libertad 1688 AN 2 Liberty Plaza
Palacio Cortes - Norte 1686 AN 2 Cortes Federales Palace, Chamber of Peers Entrance
Palacio Cortes - Est Line A

Line E

1686 AN 8 Cortes Federales Palace, Federal Assembly Entrance
Monumento Nacional Line A

Line E

1686 AN 8 National Monument
Palacio de Justicia 1686 AN 2 Palace of Justice
Altarez 1691 AN 2 Marc Altarez, composer and pianist
Museo Nacional Line C 1686 AN 6 National History Museum
Puerto Real 1686 AN 2 Royal Gate neighborhood, Government District
Castillo Princessa Line I 1691 AN 2 Princess Castle
Ensayos de Libertad Line D

Line I

1686 AN 6 Essays on Liberty

Line B Proper

Name Connections Date opened Platforms Namesake
Masquito 1710 AN 3 Masquito suburb
Ordóñez 1710 AN 2 Daniela Ordóñez, architect
Bagalipe Line H 1686 AN 6 Bagalipe Barrio
Miran 1694 AN 3 Miran suburb
Niquile 1694 AN 2 Niquile suburb
Nincaral Line E 1686 AN 4 Nincaral Barrio
San Ferriomo Line C

Line E

1686 AN 8 San Ferriomo suburb
Circo El Porio Line E 1702 AN 4 El Porio Circus
Plaza Lyrica Line E 1698 AN 4 Lyrica Square
Grande Unión Line B

Line D

Line E

1686 AN 16 Grande Unión Train Station
Monumento Nacional Line B

Line E

1686 AN 8 National Monument
Plaza Olivos 1694 AN 2 Olives Square
Plaza Loros 1694 AN 2 Parrots Square
Ayuntamiento 1686 AN 2 Town Hall
Palacio Azul 1698 AN 2 Blue Palace
Partisanos 1686 AN 2 Partisans Memorial Square
Consejo de Ciencia Line H 1686 AN 4 Council of Science Building
Plaza Jocores Line G 1686 AN 2 Jokers' Square
Museo de Arte Moderno 1686 AN 2 Modern Arts Museum
Campos Avenue 1686 AN 2 President Alejandro Campos
Puerta Leones 1694 AN 2 Lions Gate neighborhood, Hotel District
Puente Cuervos 1701 AN 2 Crows Bridge
Cornate Line C 1694 AN 4 Cornate suburb
San Ludo Line C 1686 AN 4 San Ludo Barrio
Olos Line C 1686 AN 8 Olos Barrio
Niños pequeños Line C 1686 AN 4 Children's Memorial
San Huate 1694 AN 2 San Huate suburb
Ahuanal 1694 AN 2 Andres Ahuanal, physicist
Jinozonte Line D 1694 AN 4 Jinozonte Barrio
Colegio Jacillo 1698 AN 2 Jacillo College
Baranana 1698 AN 2 Baranana suburb
Chalas 1698 AN 3 Chalas suburb

Line C

Line C is a circular route, servicing most of the outer suburbs as well as some densely populated areas in the west downtown. As such, it crosses all lines and acts as a connector service. It officially starts at Museo Nacional, running in both clockwise and counter-clockwise directions. It is identified by the colour Brown.


Line C was approved, along with Lines A, B, and D, on 1682 AN. The line is exclusively underground, and was built using bored tunnels. It opened in the same week as Line B between Patiape Mercado and Divata, but the loop was only completed after the section between Patiapa Este and Santacate was completed in 1691 AN. Since then, several infill stations have opened in waves, in 1694 AN, 1698 AN, and 1706 AN. As a circular line, it is utilized extensively as a connector between different lines, but also for destinations such as the University Hospital and Silver Fort, and the north and southern suburbs.

Name Connections Date opened Platforms Namesake
Museo Nacional Line B 1686 AN 6 National History Museum
Tamento Centrale Line D 1686 AN 4 Tamento suburb
San Ferriomo Line A

Line B

1686 AN 8 San Ferriomo suburb
Mena 1694 AN 2 Andres Mena, Singer
La Palama 1694 AN 2 La Palama suburb
Purcoya 1694 AN 2 Purcoya suburb
Patiapa Mercado Line H 1686 AN 4 Patiapa Barrio marketplace
Patiapa Este 1691 AN 2 Patiapa Barrio east border
Mozoma 1691 AN 2 Carmen Mozoma, writer and poet
Espacio Estrellas 1691 AN 2 Stargaze Park and Observatory
Sicero Line G 1698 AN 6 Sicero Barrio
Santacate 1691 AN 2 Santacate suburb
Divata Line D 1686 AN 4 Silvia Divata, biologist
Posolvas 1691 AN 2 Posolvas suburb
Mornea 1698 AN 2 Mornea neighborhood, Utilities district
Corona 1691 AN 2 Coronation Monument
Niños pequeños Line B 1686 AN 4 Children's Memorial
Olos Line A

Line B

1686 AN 8 Olos Barrio
San Ludo Line B 1686 AN 4 San Ludo Barrio
Cornate Line B 1694 AN 4 Cornate suburb
Alanregal Line F 1686 AN 4 Alanregal Barrio
Tosol 1691 AN 2 Tosol neighborhood, banking Sector
Uldiaz 1691 AN 2 Luca Uldiaz, architect
Fuerte Plata Line E 1686 AN 6 Silver Fort
Terraplén 1694 AN 2 Enbankment neighborhood, Harbor District
Banco Nuevo 1691 AN 2 New Bank
Museo de Historia Natural 1691 AN 2 Natural History Museum
Teatro Nuevo 1694 AN 2 New Theatre
Plaza Upiedas Line G 1698 AN 4 Adan Upiedas, sculpter
Yazapa Avenue 1698 AN 2 Dr. Rafael Yazapa, surgeon-master
Intilutan 1698 AN 2 Intilutan suburb
Bontocosta Line H 1686 AN 2 Bontocosta Barrio
Armerio 1698 AN 2 Iago Armerio, businessman
Archivos Nacionales Line A 1686 AN 4 National Archives Building
Puerta Sol 1698 AN 2 Sun Gate neighborhood, Industry sector
Cavas 1706 AN 2 Wine Corner neighborhood, Industry sector
Bocabona Line E 1691 AN 6 Bocabona Barrio
Pabellón 1688 AN 2 Pavilion in Royal Gardens
Arco de Unidad 1688 AN 2 Unity Arch in Royal Gardens
Jardines Reales Line B

Line I

1686 AN 4 Royal Gardens
Palacio Real Line I 1692 AN 2 Royal Palace, south entrance
Hospital de Universitad Line I 1688 AN 3 University Hospital main building
Cardiologiá Line I 1706 AN 2 University Hospital Cardiology building
Puerta de los Santos 1694 AN 2 Saint's Gate neighborhood, University district
Museo Nacional Line B 1686 AN 6 National History Museum

Line D

Line D is the longest line in the network, and runs through most of the southern suburbs and eastern suburbs, ending in the northeast. It crosses most of the southbound and eastbound lines, starting with the interchange with Line C, crossing Lines A, B and E, then running through the southern suburbs and crossing Lines H and G, before turning northeast, crossing Line As and F, servicing the eastern suburbs before turning and interchanging with Line F again, running north and crossing Line I, ending at Tastin. It is identified by the colour Yellow, and is the only line where stylized trains run on.

Line D was approved, along with Lines A to C, in 1682 AN. Work completed one month after Line C opened. It runs underground as far as Caniron Mercado, but crosses Jinozonte station with a lower platform station, and runs above ground beyond that. The line opened between Ensayos de Libertad and Plaza Moral in 1686 AN. The Zoo station opened in 1690 AN. New stations servicing the Entertaminment District opened in 1694 AN, along with the extension to Bemar. The service between Bemar and Jario ran first on the Line F, as far as Seniuca, but the reroute to Ocodasmo opened in 1700 AN, along with the extension to Tastin. Tastin Norte station opened in 1706 AN. After 21:00, the line runs along the former Bemar-Jario route, bypassing the Ocodasmo branch, due to lower capacity. It services most of the Entertainment District, but also many east suburbs, with a connection to Grande Uníon Station.

Name Connections Date opened Platforms Namesake
Ensayos de Libertad Line B 1686 AN 3 Essays on Liberty
Ayudino 1686 AN 2 Ayudino Park
Colegio Siena 1694 AN 2 Siena College
Piscina Belon 1694 AN 2 Belon Swimming Pool
Parque de Cine 1686 AN 2 Cinema Park
Pasaños 1694 AN 2 Pasaños neighborhood, Entertainment District
Puerto Luna 1694 AN 2 Moon Gate neighborhood, Entertainment District
Plaza de la Nacion 1690 AN 2 National Plaza
Corral Cervecería 1694 AN 2 Brewer's Corner neighborhood, Entertainment District
Parque Costa 1694 AN 2 Coast Park
Tamento Centrale Line C 1686 AN 4 Tamento suburb
Torre Hiero 1690 AN 2 Iron Tower
Zoo 1690 AN 2 City Zoo
Grande Unión Line A

Line B

Line E

1686 AN 16 Grande Unión Train Station
Plaza Paltun 1686 AN 2 Josep Paltun, entertainer
Palacio del Alcalde 1686 AN 2 Major's Palace
Plaza de Luz 1686 AN 2 Square of Light
Plaza Real Line H 1692 AN 6 Royal Square
Acaran Avenue 1691 AN 2 Emilio Acaran, Philosopher and politician
Puerta del Sol 1694 AN 2 Sun's Gate neighborhood, Izaran
Izaran Line G 1691 AN 4 Izaran Barrio
Masachor 1692 AN 2 Masachor suburb
Divata Line C 1686 AN 4 Silvia Divata, biologist
Somomoros 1694 AN 2 Somomoros suburb
Plaza Esclavos 1692 AN 3 Slaves' Square
Caniron Norte 1692 AN 2 Caniron Barrio, north end
Caniron Mercado 1698 AN 2 Caniron Barrio, marketplace
Jinozonte 1692 AN 2 Jinozonte Barrio
Cofraba 1694 AN 2 Brotherhood Memorial
Plaza Moral Line A 1686 AN 4 Moral Square
Bemar Line F 1694 AN 6 Bemar Barrio
Olsonde 1700 AN 2 Dario Olsonde, musician
Lejacaran 1700 AN 2 Lejacaran suburb
Ocodasmo 1700 AN 2 Ocodasmo suburb
San Portona 1700 AN 2 San Portona suburb
Colegio Barrones 1700 AN 2 Barrones College
Astante 1700 AN 2 Marc Astante, writer and poet
San Diemara 1700 AN 2 San Diemara suburb
El Patuca 1700 AN 2 El Patuca suburb
Jario Line F 1694 AN 6 Jario Barrio
Lequin 1694 AN 2 Lequin suburb
Copaera 1694 AN 2 Copaera suburb
Santa Catacracia 1694 AN 2 Santa Catacracia suburb
Bélen 1694 AN 2 Susana Bélen, entertainer
Rodes 1694 AN 2 Lara Rodes, chemist
Seniuca 1694 AN 2 Seniuca suburb
Ochitan 1698 AN 2 Ochitan suburb
Pacacisco 1698 AN 2 Pacacisco suburb
El Ricas 1698 AN 3 El Ricas suburb
Natezo Line I 1700 AN 5 Natezo suburb
Pasania 1700 AN 2 Pasania suburb
Tastin Centrale 1700 AN 3 Tastin Barrio, central
Tastin Norte 1706 AN 3 Tastin Barrio, north end

Line E

Line E runs through most of the northern downtown, but starts in the southwest suburbs and ends in the north suburbs. Between that, it crosses most lines, running alongside Line B up to Grande Unión Station, and further on with Line A, before turning east and crossing Line F and H, then Line G, and Lines C and I before ending at Laguzalito Norte. It is identified by the colour Purple.


Line E was the first of the two 'second wave' lines to be approved, along with Line F, in 1688 AN. Construction commenced and was completed by 1691 AN. It is one of the few lines that runs more above ground than below, with the track from Grande Uníon and from Fuerte Plata being above ground. The line opened between Choba Mercado and Ahuaco in 1691 AN. The extension to Pontarona came in 1694 AN, while the extensions to La Denio and Laguzalito came in 1704 AN. It is a vital connection from Grande Uníon Station to the city center, but also for destinations like the Silver Fort and Monumento Nacional, and the north and southwest suburbs.

Name Connections Date opened Platforms Namesake
La Denio 1704 AN 3 La Denio suburb
Choba Mercado 1691 AN 3 Choba Barrio, marketplace
Choba Centrale 1691 AN 2 Choba Barrio, town hall square
Choba Norte 1702 AN 2 Choba Barrio, north end
Nincaral Line B 1686 AN 4 Nincaral Barrio
San Ferriomo Line B

Line C

1686 AN 8 San Ferriomo suburb
Circo El Porio Line B 1702 AN 4 El Porio Circus
Plaza Lyrica Line B 1698 AN 4 Lyrica Square
Grande Unión Line A

Line B

Line D

1686 AN 16 Grande Unión Train Station
Monumento Nacional Line A

Line B

1686 AN 8 National Monument
Palacio Cortes - Est Line A

Line B

1686 AN 8 Cortes Federales Palace, Federal Assembly Entrance
Libertad Avenue 1691 AN 2 Liberty Avenue
Tesoro Real 1691 AN 2 Royal Treasury
Plaza de la Música Line F

Line H

1691 AN 8 Music Square
Pirámide Line G 1691 AN 4 Music Pyramid Building
Hospital Ciudad 1694 AN 2 City Hospital
Banco Viejo 1691 AN 2 Old Bank
Parque Diplomático 1691 AN 2 Diplomat's Park
Fuerte Plata Line C 1686 AN 6 Silver Fort
Colegio Guarasapin 1691 AN 2 Guarasapin College
Ahuaco Line I 1691 AN 5 Ahuaco suburb
Mosapina 1694 AN 2 Mosapino suburb
Chirires 1694 AN 2 Chirires suburb
Pontarona 1694 AN 3 Pontarona suburb
Patzijachel Avenue 1704 AN 2 Patzijachel suburb
Laguzalito Norte 1704 AN 3 Laguzalito suburb, north end

Line F

Line F is a mostly west-east line, servicing the city center, but ending in Albaño and Gustierrez. It crosses most lines, starting with Line I, then Lines C and A, crossing Line E and H and then Line F, before crossing Line C again and interchanging at Line D twice, before ending at an interchange with Line A. It is identified by the colour Orange.


Line F was approved, along with Line E, in 1688 AN. Work took three years, and was finished two months after Line E opened. Line F runs underground in the city center, but comes above ground at Bocabona and Jario. The section between Bemar and Gustierrez is however also underground. The line opened between Bocabona and Alanregal in 1691 AN. The extension to Jario followed in 1694 AN. Line D used the track between Jario and Bemar was used by Line D until the Ocodasmo route opened in 1700 AN. Line F took over services on the track, using the stations opened there in 1698 AN. In the same year, the extension to San Maríara came online. The extension to Albaño followed in 1704 AN. Acting as the main west-east line in the network, it services a lot of travel through the city center, as well as the west and east suburbs.

Name Connections Date opened Platforms Namesake
Albaño 1704 AN 3 Albaño suburb
San Maríara Line I 1698 AN 5 San Maríara suburb
Cinto 1698 AN 2 Cinto suburb
Bocabona Line C 1691 AN 6 Bocabona Barrio
Trinueva 1691 AN 2 Jaune Trinueva, inventor
Plaza de Agua 1691 AN 2 Square of Water
Rincón del Panadero Line A 1686 AN 4 Baker's Corner neighborhood, Culture District
Plaza Viejo 1691 AN 2 Old Square
Bolsa Nacional 1691 AN 2 National Stock Exchange
Plaza Cielo 1698 AN 2 Sky Square
Plaza de la Música Line C

Line H

1691 AN 8 Music Square
Seiza Avenue 1698 AN 2 Carlos Seiza, astronomer
Columna de la Victoria Line G 1691 AN 2 Victory Column
Plaza Pelon 1698 AN 2 Bald Square
Catedral San Sebastian 1691 AN 2 St. Sebastian Cathedral
Plaza Caballos 1698 AN 2 Horse Square
Alanregal 1691 AN 2 Alanregal Barrio
Jario Line D 1694 AN 6 Jario Barrio
Churule 1704 AN 2 Churule suburb
Renahu 1698 AN 2 Renahu suburb
Tricion 1698 AN 2 Tricion suburb
Conlejo 1698 AN 2 Conlejo suburb
Patajanes 1698 AN 2 Patajanes suburb
Bemar Line D 1694 AN 6 Bemar Barrio
Ortegas 1714 AN 2 Lucas & Matilda Ortegas, biologists
Gustierrez (P+R) Line A 1714 AN 6 Matias Gustierrez, Philosopher and Public Speaker

Line G

Line G serves as the north-south service for the network, as well as the Airport access line. It runs through most of the city center, looping through the Airport and ending in the south at Casa María. It crosses most lines in the city center, starting with Lines C and D, then Line A, interchaning with Line H and crossing Line B, on to Line F and E, before passing Line C again and finally Line H, also interchanging with the Conzalito Tram-Train. It is identified by the colour Silver/Grey.


Line G was approved, along with Line H, as part of the 'North-South Connection' project, in 1694 AN. Construction took 4 years, with the lines lying mostly underground, before coming above ground on a lower-platform station at Izaran, and on the other side at Plaza Upiedas. The line is also underground at the Airport Loop. The line opened between Sicero and Aueropuerto Tránsito in 1698 AN. Several fill-in stations however, were not opened until 1700 AN. The Airport Loop opened in 1707 AN, and in the same year the extension to Casa María became operational. In 1715 AN, new infill stations opened in the Airport Loop. After 21:00, the line stops at Aeropuerto Tránsito, not using the loop, due to low demand. It connects the Airport directly to the city center, and is the main north-south connection in the network.

Name Connections Date opened Platforms Namesake
Casa María 1707 AN 3 Maria House
Finito Blanco 1707 AN 3 Finito Blanco suburb
Sicero Brown Line 1698 AN 6 Sicero Barrio
Oratoyac 1698 AN 2 Oratoyac neighbourhood, Izaran
Izaran Yellow Line 1698 AN 4 Izaran Barrio
Barraranco 1698 AN 6 Barraranco neighborhood, Utilities District
Puente del Estadio 1700 AN 2 Stadium Bridge
Estadio Real / Ciudad de los Deportes Blue Line 1691 AN 4 Royal Stadium / Ciudad de los Deportes sports complex
Campo de Fútbol 1700 AN 2 Football Training Camp Buildings
Puente Buhos Pink Line 1698 AN 4 Owl Bridge
Plaza Jocores Red Line 1686 AN 2 Jokers' Square
Mercado Ciudad 1700 AN 2 City Market
Columna de la Victoria Orange Line 1691 AN 2 Victory Column
Plaza de los Héroes 1700 AN 8 Hero Square
Pirámide Purple Line 1691 AN 4 Music Pyramid Building
Casas Azules 1700 AN 2 Blue Houses
Prisión de la Ciudad 1704 AN 2 City Prison
Plaza Upiedas Brown Line 1698 AN 4 Adan Upiedas, sculpter
Afueras Black Line 1700 AN 4 Outskirts neighbourhood, Culture District
Tecuba 1700 AN 2 Tecuba suburb
Lagutepe 1706 AN 2 Lagutepe suburb
Manco Cápac / P+R Aeropuerto Conzalito Tram-Train 1701 AN 4 King Manco Cápac / P+R Airport
Aeropuerto Tránsito - T 1 &2 1698 AN 3 Airport main building / Airport terminal 1 & 2
Terminal 5 & 6 1715 AN 2 Airport terminal 5 & 6
Terminal 3 1707 AN 3 Airport terminal 3
Terminal 4 1715 AN 2 Airport terminal 4

Line H

Line H operates through most of the city center, moving from north to south, ending in Conzalito and Aldorro. It passes most other lines in between, starting at the interchange with Line B, then crossing Line C and D, coming to Line A, then interchanging with Line G, and crossing Line B again. From there, it interchanges with Lines E and F, before crossing Line B a final time, and lastly Line I, before terminating at the interchange with the Conzalito Tram-Train.


Line H was approved, along with Line G, as the north-sound line connections of the network in 1694 AN. Work continued and finished a month after Line G. The line is underground in the city center, but comes above ground at Plaza Real and at Limara. The line opened between Bagalipe and Bontocosta in 1698 AN. The extension to Conzalito followed in 1700 AN, but most infill stations only opened in 1704 AN. The extension to Aldorro followed in 1709 AN. It acts as an important connection from north to south, as well as vital locations in the city center.

Name Connections Date opened Platforms Namesake
Aldorro 1709 AN 3 Aldorro suburb
Notario 1709 AN 2 Notario neighbourhood, Bagalipe
Bagalipe Line B 1686 AN 6 Bagalipe Barrio
Ninzas 1698 AN 2 Ninzas suburb
Barralibre 1698 AN 2 Barralibre suburb
Patiapa Mercado Line C 1698 AN 4 Patiapa Barrio, marketplace
Tegutez 1698 AN 2 Tegutez neighborhood, Utilities District
Plaza Real Line D 1692 AN 6 Royal Square
Tunel Queral 1698 AN 2 River Queral Tunnel
Cítricos Line A 1691 AN 4 Citrus, reference to Orangeries at location
Muelles Real 1698 AN 2 Royal Fountains
Puente Buhos Line G 1686 AN 4 Owl Bridge
Consejo de Ciencia Line B 1686 AN 4 Council of Science Building
Medio 1698 AN 2 Media Complex
Plaza de la Música Line E

Line F

1691 AN 8 Music Square
Galeria Blanco 1698 AN 2 White Gallery
Casas Vidrio 1698 AN 2 Glass Houses
Agriculture y Naturaleza 1698 AN 2 Museum of Agriculture and Nature
Bontocosta Line B 1686 AN 2 Bontocosta Barrio
Limara 1704 AN 2 Limara suburb
Calcuton 1704 AN 2 Calcuton suburb
Trentallas Line I 1704 AN 4 Trentallas suburb
Sardinio 1704 AN 2 Sardinio suburb
El Congado 1704 AN 2 El Congado suburb
Conzalito Conzalito Tram-Train 1700 AN 6 Conzalito Barrio

Line I

Line I runs through most of the northern suburbs, as well as in the dense west downtown. It crosses several lines. It shares track with Line B, before turning north and sharing track with Line C, turning north and crossing Line F, then Line A, turning east and crossing Line H and Line G, after that crossing Line E and ending at the interchange with Line D.

Line I was approved as part of the 'Harbor Metro Line' project in 1710 AN. Construction took long because of the high density areas it passed, necessitating bored tunnels. It opened in its entirety between Ensayos de Libertad and Natezo in 1716 AN. It runs entirely underground. It connects the Harbour to the network, as well as a express connection between the Airport and the University and Government Districts.

Name Connections Date opened Platforms Namesake
Ensayos de Libertad Line B

Line D

1716 AN 6 Essays on Liberty
Castillo Princessa Line B 1716 AN 4 Princess Castle
San Pedro 1716 AN 2 San Pedro suburb, University District
Puerta de los Santos Line C 1716 AN 2 Saint's Gate neighborhood, University district
Cardiologiá Line C 1716 AN 2 University Hospital Cardiology building
Hospital de Universitad Line C 1716 AN 3 University Hospital main building
Palacio Real Line C 1716 AN 2 Royal Palace, south entrance
Paloma 1716 AN 2 Royal Dovecote
Pacto Raspur 1716 AN 2 Raspur Pact
Plaza del Rey 1716 AN 2 King's Square
San Mariaria Line F 1716 AN 5 San Maríara suburb
Parque Péndulo 1716 AN 2 Pendulum Park
Automotriz 1716 AN 2 Automotive Sector, Factory District
Fábricas 1716 AN 2 Factory District
Telala Line A 1716 AN 4 Telala Suburb
Diez 1716 AN 2 Roberto Diez, writer
Trentallas Line H 1716 AN 4 Trentallas suburb
Cuartos de Escudo 1716 AN 2 Shield Quarters neighbourhood, Trentallas
Sala de Acero 1716 AN 2 Steel Palace, Trentallas
Pared 1716 AN 2 Hector Pared, painter
Afueras Line G 1716 AN 4 Outskirts neighbourhood, Culture District
Lado Lejano 1716 AN 2 Far Side neighbourhood, Culture District
Puerto 1716 AN 3 Cárdenas Harbor District
Briones 1716 AN 2 Vanesa Briones, singer
Nubes 1716 AN 2 Teresa Nubes, politician
Arsenal de Fuerte 1716 AN 2 Silver Fort Arsenal
Ahuaco Line E 1716 AN 4 Ahuaco suburb
Zamorano 1716 AN 2 Julian Zamorano, astronomer
Natezo Line D 1716 AN 5 Natezo suburb

Conzalito Tram-Train

The Conzalito Tram-Train is a hybrid line utilizing both on-street tracks as well as dedicated train track. It connects to the Line A at Puerte Nuevo, to Line H at Conzalito, and Line G at Manco Cápac.

The Conzalito Tram-Train project was announced by the City Council in 1695 AN, but it was taken by the FDTA and started construction in 1697 AN. It opened between Esquiri and Sumalco in 1700 AN. The extensions to Puerte Nuevo and Manco Cápac followed soon in 1701 AN. It is entirely above ground; between Sumalco and Esquiri, it is on-street track; while beyond, to Puerte Nuevo and Manco Cápac, it utilizes light rail track. It serves wholly the municipal territory of Conzalito, except beyond Mirada and Zugoza, where the borders of the FCD are crossed.

Name Connections Date opened Platforms Namesake
Puerte Nuevo Line A 1686 AN 4 New Gate neighborhood, Military District
Mirada 1701 AN 2 Mirada suburb
Cabrihal 1701 AN 2 Cabrihal suburb
Jiquilapa 1701 AN 2 Jiquilapa suburb
Venoas 1701 AN 2 Venoas suburb
Onresa 1701 AN 2 Onresa suburb
Esquiri 1700 AN 3 Esquiri suburb
San Pepango 1700 AN 2 San Pepango suburb
Conzalito Line H 1700 AN 6 Conzalito Barrio
Flolonga 1700 AN 2 Flolonga suburb
Magdazos 1700 AN 2 Magdazos suburb
Aseva 1700 AN 2 Aeva suburb
Sumalco 1700 AN 2 Sumalco suburb
Arelita 1701 AN 3 Arelito suburb
Complejo Deportes 1701 AN 2 North Sports Complex
Zugoza 1701 AN 2 Zugoza suburb
Manco Cápac / P+R Aeropuerto Line G 1701 AN 4 King Manco Cápac / P+R Airport

Timeline

Date Section or Station Line
12.X.1686 AN Alvarez Avenue-Olos Line A
24.XII.1686 AN Bagalipe-Niños Pequeños Line B
26.XII.1686 AN Patiapa Mercado-Divata Line C
20.XIV.1686 AN Enzayos de Libertad Line D
2.I.1688 AN Telala

Panalella

Hospital Buenos

Line A
8.II.1688 AN Uni. Cárdenas Campus

Plaza de Sangre

Plaza de la Federación

Line B
22.II.1688 AN Parque Real

Plaza de la Libertad

Line B
18.III.1688 AN Pabellón

Arco de Unidad

Hospital de Universitad

Line C
20.II.1690 AN Tore Hiero

Zoo

Line D
22.III.1691 AN Choba Mercado-Ahuaco Line E
28.V.1691 AN Bocabona-Alanregal Line F
10.VII.1691 AN Puente Leones

Cítricos

Estadio Real

Puente Forte

Line A
12.IX.1691 AN Uni. Cárdenas - Letras

Uni. Cárdenas - Politica

Nirillos Avenue

Line B
18.IX.1691 AN Altarez

Cstillo Princessa

Line B
20.X.1691 AN Patiapa Este-Espacio Estrellas Line C
08.II.1692 AN Alvarez Avenue-Alutas de Chile Line A
03.IV.1694 AN Niños Pequeños-Jinozonte Line B
19.IV.1694 AN Miran

Niquile

Plaza Olivos

Plaza Loros

Puerta Leones

Line B
23.IV.1694 AN Cornate Line B/C
23.IV.1694 AN Mena

La Palama

Purcoya

Santacate

Line C
25.IV.1694 AN Terraplén

Teatro Nuevo

Puerta de los Santos

Line C
08.V.1694 AN Ahuaco-Pontarona Line E
12.VII.1694 AN Jinozonte-Bemar Line D
19.VII.1694 AN Colegio Siena

Piscina Belon

Pasaños

Puerto Luna

Corral Cervecería

Parque Costa

Line D
09.X.1694 AN Alanregal-Jario Line F
15.XIII.1694 AN Jario-Seniuca Line D
19.I.1698 AN Sicero-Aeropuerto Tránsito Line G
10.II.1698 AN Bagalipe-Bontocosta Line H
11.V.1698 AN Plaza Moral-Gustierrez Line A
14.V.1698 AN El Pasado Oeste

Matamosa

Line A
29.V.1698 AN Jinozonte-Chalas Line B
06.VI.1698 AN Sicero

Plaza upiedas

Line C/G
06.VI.1698 AN Mornea

Yazapa Avenue

Intilutan

Armerio

Puerta Sol

Line C
25.VII.1698 AN Renahu

Tricion

Conlejo

Patajanes

Line D (now Line F)
20.X.1698 AN Seniuca-El Ricas Line D
01.II.1700 AN Gustierrez Line A
12.IV.1700 AN Bemar-El Patuca Line D
17.V.1700 AN Puente del Estadio

Campo de Fútbol

Mercado Ciudad

Plaza de los Héroes

Casas Azules

Line G
22.VI.1700 AN Afueras

Tecuba

Line G
28.VIII.1700 AN Esquiri-Sumalco Consalito Tram-Train
10.X.1700 AN Bontocosta-Conzalito Line H
28.XII.1700 AN El Ricas-Tastin Centrale Line G
20.III.1701 AN Esquiri-Puerte Nuevo

Sumalco-Manco Cápac

Consalito Tram-Train
20.III.1701 AN Manco Cápac Line G
20.III.1704 AN La Denio Line E
10.IV.1704 AN Limara

Calcuton

Trentallas

Sardinio

El Congado

Line H
25.VI.1704 AN Pontarona-Laguzalito Norte Line E
10.VII.1704 AN Albaño

Churule

Line F
04.II.1706 AN Cavas

Cardiologiá

Line C
08.III.1707 AN Terminal 3 Line G
12.IV.1707 AN Sicero-Casa Maria Line G
13.V.1709 AN Bagalipe-Aldorro Line H
06.X.1715 AN Terminal 5 & 6

Terminal 4

Line G
11.XI.1716 AN Ensayos de Libertad-Natezo Line I

Stations

Out of the 265 stations, 255 are served 24 hours a day. Underground stations in Cárdenas are typically accessed by staircases going down from street level. Many of these staircases are painted in red, with slight or significant variations in design for each station. Several stations are built underneath other buildings and have accesses inside or adjacent to it. All entrances have yellow square lights and signs with 'Metro'.

Concourse

Most stations in the subway system have mezzanines. Mezzanines allow for passengers to enter from multiple locations at an intersection and proceed to the correct platform without having to cross the street before entering. Inside mezzanines are fare control areas, where passengers physically pay their fare to enter the subway system. Many elevated stations also have platform-level fare control with no common station house between directions of service.

Paying for subway services can be done in station booths or vending machines. There is a physical ticket system, as well as a digital Contactless smart card known as TarjetaMetro. These smart cards can be swiped at a turnstile, customers enter the fare-controlled area of the station and continue to the platforms. Special 'Waiting Areas' are available in most underground stations, consisting of benches and identified by a yellow sign.

Platforms

A typical subway station has waiting platforms ranging from 150 to 180 m (450 to 600 ft). Some are longer. Most stations have platforms serving one line, but some share lines. Overhead electronic boards show which trains stop where and when. Identification is also available on the front and sides of the trains.

There are several common platform configurations. Most single line stations, especially above ground, have two side platforms. Double and multi-line stations have at least one island platform. End stations also have an island platform.

Accesibility

The network was built with facilities for Disabled people in mind. Most are handicapped-accessible, including wheelchair-friendly turnstiles. Street elevators are available for many stations. Many stations also have both staircases and escalators.

Service

Fares

Riders pay a single fare to enter the subway system and may transfer between trains at no extra cost until they exit via station turnstiles; the fare is a flat rate regardless of how far or how long the rider travels. Thus, riders must swipe their physical ticket, TarjetaMetro, or smartphone on an reader at the turnstile upon entering the subway system, but not a second time upon leaving.

As of 1716 AN, the base fare is NAX€2.75 with the last fare increase occuring on II.1715 AN. Fares can be paid with most credit or debit cards (including smartphone pay), with a reusable TarjetaMetro, or with single-use tickets. The FDTA offers 7-day (at €14.50) and 30-day (at €60.00) unlimited ride programs that can lower the effective per-ride fare significantly. Reduced fares are available for the elderly and people with disabilities (at €1.65).

Operating hours

Service starts at 5:30 am and ends at about 12:00 pm. On Fridays and Saturdays, services end later, at about 1:30 pm.

When the Metro is closed, two night train services are run at 2:00 and 4:00 pm, except on Fridays and Saturdays, when a single night service is run at 4:00 pm. These are not run on all lines: only Lines A, B, F and G have night services. It follows the same routes and stops at the same stations.

Other rail lines operated by FDTA

Aeropuerto Express Line

The AEX, also known as the Airport Express, is a short high-speed transfer line running between Cárdenas Grande Unión Station and Cárdenas International Airport, which operates between 08:00 am and 09:00 pm on weekdays. It utilizes the High Speed Line between Cárdenas and Parap, running at a travel time of 16 minutes. It is a popular line for tourists and commuters. The line does not connect directly to the Metro, except at Grande Unión station, but is operates as an integrated part of the Metro.

Station
Cárdenas Grande Unión Station
Conzalito
Cárdenas International Airport

Cárdenas-Conzalito-Moradon Line

The CCM is a regional commuter line, connecting Cárdenas with its west and north conglomeration and beyond to the city of Moradon. It runs west from Grande Unión Station, through the University of Cardenas, and then north past Albaño, towards Conzalito, and finally ending in Moradon. It uses the Keltian Bulk Line for most of its track, with track separation at stations not visited by intercity trains. It is a popular line with commuters from the west suburbs and the city of Moradon, while also connecting to four metro Lines: B, D, F and H, and the Conzalito Tram-Train. The Line was opened as the regional commuter service for the west part of the FCD in 1705, when the High Speed Line between Cárdenas and Parap came online.

Station
Cárdenas Grande Unión Station
Zoo
Tamento Centrale
Entretenimiento
University of Cárdenas
San Auguste Cerecero
Albaño Miguélez
Albaño
Albaño Santa Teresa
Capaca
Zona Industrial Sud
Zona Industrial Nord
Telala Norte
Trentallas Oeste
Sardinio Mulusia
Conzalito Lérida
Conzalito
Conzalito Ajón
Sevilaga
Crecelio
Astudura
Torretiva
Moradon Aveiro
Moradon Centrale
Moradon Redes

Cárdenas-Jedillo Line

The CJ Line is a commuter line that serves the south and east conglomeration of the FCD, running beyond to the nearby city of Jedillo, through Izaran and Jinozonte. It uses the Santander Bulk Line for this, with separated tracks for dedicated stations not serviced by intercity trains. It is popular with commuters, as well as the city of Jedillo, and connects to three lines: twice to the Line D, as well as Line B and Line G. The Line opened as a regional service on the SBL for the south and east part of the FCD in 1703.

Station
Cárdenas Grande Unión Station
Izaran Alcalde
Izaran
Izaran San Domingo
Jinozonte Imorese
Jinozonte
Jinozonte Cartamería
Conde
Borobia
Marbelicia
Sonia
Girotoria
Ciurdoba
Jedillo Limor
Jedillo Pavarre
Jedillo Centrale

Cardenas-Pregál Line

The CP Line is a commuter line that runs south of the FCD, towards the city of Pregál, passing through Choba. It uses the KBL for this, with dedicated tracks for stations not served by intercity trains. It is used mostly by commuters to the rest of Santander and Valencia, especially from Pregál. It connects to Line B and E. The Line was opened in 1710 to support the connection between Cárdenas and Pregál, after the High Speed Line to Santiago opened.

Station
Cárdenas Grande Unión Station
San Ferriomo
Nincaral
Choba Centrale
Tadora
Cantaville
Barcerrol
Pangos
Rebogre
Talva
Cartaroll
Mouco
Mourro
Pregál Raelestile
Pregál Vegualde
Pregál Centrale

Future expansions

The Metro system is currently expanding:

  • A new infill station for Line C at Lleilajara (between Alanregal and Tosol) is under construction
  • New infill stations for Line E at Plaza Gagovia (between Parque Diplomatico and Fuerte Plata) and Ahuaco Norte are under construction
  • A new infill station for Line F at Torre de la Paz (between Bolsa Nacionál and Plaza Cielo) is under construction
  • New infill stations for Line G at Parque Ougo (between Izaran and Barraranco), Santartos (between Casas Azulas and Prisión de la Ciudad), and Miti (between Plaza Upiedas and Afueras) are under construction
  • An extension of Line A from Asturias de Chile towards the northwest is planned; a track of 1.6 km (1 mi) with 2 stations. An extension from Gustierrez southward, towards Jinozonte Cartamería, a track of 2.4 km (1.5 mi) with 2 stations, is also planned.
  • An extension of Line D from Tastin Norte north-eastward is planned; a track of 3.2 km (2 mi) with 4 stations.
  • An extension of Line G from Casa María southward is planned; a track of 1.2 km (0.75 mi) with a new station.

New Lines

There is one proposed new line. It is not yet approved for construction, nor is a timeline known. Line J would be a short line linking Archivos Nacionales with Niños Pequeños, through Estadio Real, crossing Lines A, B, E, F, G, and H in the process. This is informally known as the 'Central Drain', because it would act as a relief line for Lines A and C, bypassing Grande Unión Station. Major problems are the existing network, which would require new bored tunnels, and tunelling under Queral River.

Line Terminals Length Stations
Line J Archivos Nacionales Niños Pequeños 18.4 km (11.5 mi) 12

Safety and Security

Signaling

Most routes use block signalling, but several routes have been retrofitted with communication-based train control, which would allow trains to run without conductor input.

Wayside block signaling

Much of the system currently uses automatic block signaling with fixed wayside signals and automatic train stops to provide safe train operation across the whole system. These signals work by preventing trains from entering a "block" occupied by another train. Typically, the blocks are 300 m (1,000 ft) long. Red and green lights show whether a block is occupied or vacant. The train's maximum speed will depend on how many blocks are open in front of it. The signals do not register a train's speed, nor where in the block the train is located.

Subway trains are stopped mechanically at all signals showing "stop". To make train stops safe and effective, wayside trippers must not be moved to trip ("stop") position until the train has fully passed.

Communications-based train control

SInce the last years, the FDTA began automating the subway by installing CBTC, which supplements rather than replaces the fixed-block signal system; it allows trains to operate more closely together with lower headways. Due to the success of the system, additional cars were ordered to service the system. Lines A and B were the first to be outfitted with this. Lines G, H, and I were built with CBTC in mind. The FDTA has operated it in conjunction with OPTO since 1706 AN. It has done all this in combination with the system known as the Automatic Metro Supervision (AMS). AMS allows dispatchers in the Operations Control Center (OCC) to see where trains are in real time, and whether each individual train is running early or late. Dispatchers can hold trains for connections, re-route trains, or short-turn trains to provide better service when a disruption causes delays.

DIsused stations

There are a few stations that never opened on the network, either due to low demand or for financial reasons.

Station Line Built Notes
Estacionamiento Universitario Line A 1686 AN Was built west of the location of the current University train station, but was never opened to public use. In 1695 AN, it became the central depot of the network.
Nincaral Este Line B 1686 AN Built between Nincaral and Niquile stations, but never opened. Niquile station sat only 320 m from it. Remnants, such as the platforms, are still visible.
Serdoba Line D 1700 AN Planned as a link station between Seniuca and San Portona. Was abandoned, along with the track, in favour of the Astante branch. Demolished in 1706 AN.
Olos Oeste Line A 1691 AN Was built west of Olos station, but never opened to public us. Casino Real, only 220 m away, replaced it in 1698 AN. The station is still visible by carriage, but not lit or accesible.
Códrid Line A/D 1694 AN Was built east of Grande Unión station (about 300 m away), but never opened to the public, as a transfer station for Lines A and D. Was closed in 1696 AN. Still visible from carriage, but not lit or accesible.

See also

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