Bogota Metro Gets a Launch Date
Bogota’s Metro now has a specific date to begin operations. After years of delays, political disputes and changes to the project, construction of the first line is moving toward its final stage, and Bogota City Hall has now set the date when it expects to welcome its first passengers. The project, considered one of the […]
Bogota's Metro Line 1, already 80% complete, will begin operations on March 15, 2028, according to Mayor Carlos Fernando Galan. After years of delays, political disputes, and changes, the project is nearing its final stage. The line will be 24 kilometers long with 16 stations, connecting Bogota's southwestern and central-northeastern parts.
The trains will be fully automatic, carrying nearly 1,800 passengers each. The testing period will begin after construction, verifying the system's coordination and safety before commercial service begins.
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