Yamuna Expressway is a sub-city of Greater Noida, which shares boundaries with Noida City in the west and other several districts. All the Residential and Commercial areas around Yamuna Expressway have been categorised as Yamuna Expressway Subcity.

It is a six-lane, 165 km long, controlled-access expressway in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, starting from the Yamuna Expressway entry point on Noida-Greater Expressway and stretches down to Jewar which connects the national capital Delhi to the city of Agra and beyond to other parts of Uttar Pradesh. 

Some of the major cities and towns that the Yamuna Expressway passes through are;

• Greater Noida
• Jewar
• Mathura
• Agra: 
• Aligarh

Yamuna Expressway was built with the aim of reducing the travel time between Delhi and Agra and promoting economic development in the region construction of the expressway began in 2007 and it was opened for traffic in 2012.

The expressway was designed for speeds of up to 100 km/hour and has several interchanges along the route for easy access to nearby towns and cities. It is also equipped with state-of-the-art safety features, such as CCTV cameras, emergency call boxes, and a dedicated ambulance service.

It has also spurred the development of new residential and commercial projects along its route, which has created new jobs and opportunities for people in the region. Several real estate developers have invested in the Yamuna Expressway area due to its excellent connectivity and well-developed infrastructure.

Some of the Popular real estate projects in the region include

• Supertech Up Country,
• Jaypee Country Homes,
• Ajnara London Square Villas,
• Jaypee Greens Sportsville,
• Supertech Golf Country plots and villas,
• Gaur Aerocity Yamuna Commercial Plots,
• Gaur Yamuna City plots, and many others.

Airport Connectivity:

Yamuna Expressway is well-connected to the major airports in the region which include;

• Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in Delhi, which is about 75 km from Yamuna Expressway.
• Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport is located in Lucknow, which is about 250 km from Yamuna Expressway. 

Jewar Airport is a proposed airport project that is being developed near Yamuna Expressway. The airport is expected to be operational by 2024 and will be the second airport in the National Capital Region (NCR) after the Indira Gandhi International Airport. Once operational, the Jewar airport will provide easy connectivity to Yamuna Expressway and the surrounding areas.

Railway Connectivity:

Yamuna Expressway has good railway connectivity to major cities in the region, including Delhi, Agra, and Mathura. The railway stations near Yamuna Expressway are:

• Dadri Railway Station. 
• Mathura Junction Railway Station
• Agra Cantt Railway Station
• New Delhi Railway Station

Road Connectivity:

Yamuna Expressway is well-connected to other parts of the National Capital Region (NCR) and other cities in the region through a network of highways and expressways. Some of the major roads and expressways that connect Yamuna Expressway are:

National Highway 19, also known as Delhi-Kolkata Road, passes through Yamuna Expressway and connects it to other major cities in the region, including Delhi, Ghaziabad, and Kanpur.

National Highway 44 passes through Yamuna Expressway and connects it to other major cities in the region, including Delhi, Jaipur, and Ahmedabad.

Expressways:

The Eastern Peripheral Expressway is a 135 km long, 6-lane expressway that connects Kundli with Palwal, passing through Yamuna Expressway. It provides easy connectivity to several cities in the region, including Sonipat, Faridabad, and Noida.

The Western Peripheral Expressway is a 135 km long, 6-lane expressway that connects Kundli with Manesar, is a continuation of Eastern Peripheral. It provides easy connectivity to several cities in the region, including Gurgaon, Faridabad, Manesar and Sonipat.

Education Institutions :

Some of the educational institutions in Yamuna Expressway include;

• Gautam Buddha University
• Galgotias University
• Sharda University
• Birla Institute of Management Technology:
• Noida International University: 
• KCC Institute of Technology and Management

Healthcare

Some of the hospitals on the Yamuna Expressway:

• Yatharth Super Speciality Hospital
• Sharda Hospital
• Kailash Hospital.
• Felix Hospital
• Jaypee Hospital

Some of the highlights of the Yamuna Expressway include;

Fast and safe travel

The Yamuna Expressway is a modern, six-lane expressway that allows for fast and safe travel between Greater Noida and Agra. It is designed to reduce travel time and provide a comfortable and safe journey.

Economic growth:

The Yamuna Expressway has contributed significantly to the economic growth of the region it serves. It has improved connectivity between cities and towns, which has boosted trade and commerce. The expressway has also encouraged the development of new industries, such as real estate and manufacturing.

Tourist attractions:

The Yamuna Expressway passes through several cities and towns that offer a range of tourist attractions. For example, Agra is home to the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, while Mathura is known for its temples and religious significance.

Infrastructure development:

The construction of the Yamuna Expressway has led to the development of new infrastructure projects, such as the upcoming Noida International Airport on Yamuna Expressway (in Jewar). This has created new job opportunities and improved the standard of living for the local population. It has also spurred the development of new residential and commercial projects along its route, which has created new jobs and opportunities for people in the region.

Connectivity:

The Yamuna Expressway is well-connected to other major cities in Uttar Pradesh, such as Lucknow, Kanpur, and Allahabad. This has improved connectivity between different parts of the state and has helped to boost economic development.

Safety measures:

The authorities have taken several safety measures to ensure the safety of travelers on the Yamuna Expressway. This includes installing speed cameras, setting up regular patrols, and enforcing strict traffic rules.