Opening date · Per EMB

When Does the Bogotá Metro Open?

Last updated: July 2026

According to Empresa Metro de Bogotá (EMB), Line 1's test run (marcha blanca) is expected in September 2027, with commercial opening expected in March 2028. These are the latest forecast dates, not a guarantee — timelines on a project this size can shift.

The two dates EMB tracks

Test run (marcha blanca): A period of operational testing for the whole system — trains, signaling, stations — before it opens to the public as a full commercial service. Expected September 2027, per EMB.
Commercial opening: The point at which the metro starts running as a regular public service, with fare-paying passengers. Expected March 2028, per EMB.

Current construction progress

As of June 30, 2026, Line 1 construction is 80.37% complete, according to EMB / Alcaldía de Bogotá.

See month-by-month construction progress →

Could these dates slip?

Yes. On infrastructure projects this size, timelines often shift as construction progresses. These are the latest dates EMB has announced, not a guarantee — we update this page whenever there's a new official announcement.

Frequently asked questions

When does the Bogotá Metro open?

Per Empresa Metro de Bogotá, the test run is expected in September 2027 and commercial opening in March 2028. These are forecast dates, not a final confirmation.

What is the "marcha blanca" test run?

A period of operational testing for the whole system — trains, signaling, stations — before it opens to the public as a fare-paying commercial service.

Could the opening date be delayed?

Yes, that's possible. Large urban infrastructure projects commonly see schedule adjustments. We update this page whenever EMB makes a new official announcement.