🚆 Delhi Metro: Anand Vihar to Kanhaiya Nagar
The Delhi Metro journey from Anand Vihar to Kanhaiya Nagar involves an interchange at Karkarduma — from the Blue Line to the Pink Line. Total distance is 17 km with an estimated travel time of 33 minutes across 15 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Blue Line, with an interchange to the Pink Line at Karkarduma. Anand Vihar station has been operational since 2010. Kanhaiya Nagar station opened in 2004.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~33 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 43
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 39
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Anand Vihar
Blue Line
→
Next:
karkarduma
(2 min)
2
Karkarduma
Blue Line
🏁
Terminal Station
3
Karkarduma
Pink Line
→
Next:
karkarduma_court
(2 min)
4
Karkarduma Court
Pink Line
→
Next:
krishna_nagar
(1 min)
5
Krishna Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
east_azad_nagar
(1 min)
6
East Azad Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
welcome
(2 min)
7
Welcome
Pink Line
🏁
Terminal Station
8
Welcome
Red Line
→
Next:
seelampur
(2 min)
9
Seelampur
Red Line
→
Next:
shastri_park
(3 min)
10
Shastri Park
Red Line
→
Next:
kashmere_gate
(4 min)
11
Kashmere Gate
Yellow Line
→
Next:
tis_hazari
(2 min)
12
Tis Hazari
Red Line
→
Next:
pulbangash
(1 min)
13
Pulbangash
Red Line
→
Next:
pratap_nagar
(1 min)
14
Pratap Nagar
Red Line
→
Next:
shastri_nagar
(3 min)
15
Shastri Nagar
Red Line
→
Next:
inderlok
(2 min)
16
Inderlok
Green Line
→
Next:
kanhaiya_nagar
(2 min)
17
Kanhaiya Nagar
Red Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
1.02 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.13 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Pink Line
📏
Distance:
0.74 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.91 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.04 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.08 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Red Line
📏
Distance:
1.63 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
2.15 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
📏
Distance:
1.13 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.91 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.83 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.71 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.20 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.11 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Toilets
Elevators
Escalators
Security Check
Customer Care
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
💡 Travel Tips
- Arrive at least 5 minutes before the scheduled departure time
- Check for any service advisories before traveling
- Consider purchasing a smart card for faster boarding and discounts
- During peak hours (8-10 AM and 5-7 PM), trains may be more crowded
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Route & Timing
Q: How many stops are there from Anand Vihar to Kanhaiya Nagar on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 15 stations on this route, covering 17 km. You need to change trains at Karkarduma.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Anand Vihar?
A: The first metro from Anand Vihar departs at 6:00 AM and the last train is at 11:00 PM. Timings may vary — check the official metro app.
Q: How long does it take from Anand Vihar to Kanhaiya Nagar by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 33 minutes under normal conditions, covering 17 km across 15 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Anand Vihar to Kanhaiya Nagar?
A: The standard token fare is INR 43. With a smart card, you pay INR 39 (10% discount applied automatically).
Q: Is there a discount on Delhi Metro tickets?
A: Yes. Smart card holders get a flat 10% discount on all fares. The fare from Anand Vihar to Kanhaiya Nagar drops from INR 43 to INR 39.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Anand Vihar metro station?
A: Anand Vihar is equipped with: Parking, ATMs. The station has been operational since 2010.
Q: What facilities are available at Kanhaiya Nagar metro station?
A: Kanhaiya Nagar offers: Toilets. It has been operational since 2004.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Anand Vihar to Kanhaiya Nagar is a 17 km, 33-minute journey with one interchange at Karkarduma. At INR 43 (or INR 39 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.