Cárdenas Metro
Cárdenas Metro Grande Unión Metro Station | |
Native name | Metro de Cárnedas |
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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) |
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 |
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TR-100 'Super-Subway' | TR | 106 | 92 | 2600 kW | 140 km/h (87 mph) | 1705-1708 AN | |
TR-80 'Subway' | TR | 32 | 22 | 2000 kW | 100 km/h (62 mph) | 1685-1705 AN | |
SPD-40A Tram-Train | TR | 8 | 6 | 1200 kW | 60 km/h (37 mph) | 1700-1701 AN |
Lines
# | Line | Opened | Last extension | Stations Served | Length | Average interstation | Journeys made (1718 AN) | Termini | Rolling Stock | Conduction system |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
San Ferriomo |
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. |