Plans for a metro system in Konya were first discussed in 2015, with a feasibility study completed the following year.

Konya's Municipal Government has stated that they are trying to minimize this problem by opening new and widening existing roads.

Once completed, the Metro is expected to reduce traffic congestion on city streets.

In November 2019 the mayor of Konya announced that a consortium of China National Machinery and Taşyapı, will implement the €1.19bn project.

The first line will be 21 km (13.0 mi) in length with 22 stations,[4] and is due to be completed by the end of 2025.