🚆 Delhi Metro: Chirag Delhi to Tilak Nagar

The Delhi Metro journey from Chirag Delhi to Tilak Nagar involves an interchange at Janakpuri West — from the Magenta Line to the Blue Line. Total distance is 22 km with an estimated travel time of 44 minutes across 16 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Magenta Line, with an interchange to the Blue Line at Janakpuri West. Chirag Delhi station has been operational since 2018. Tilak Nagar station opened in 2005.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~44 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 54
🎟️ Discounted: INR 49
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Chirag Delhi

Magenta Line
→ Next: panchsheel_park (1 min)
2

Panchsheel Park

Magenta Line
→ Next: hauz_khas (2 min)
3

Hauz Khas

Magenta Line
→ Next: iit_delhi (2 min)
4

IIT Delhi

Magenta Line
→ Next: rk_puram (1 min)
5

R K Puram

Magenta Line
→ Next: munirka (2 min)
6

Munirka

Magenta Line
→ Next: vasant_vihar (2 min)
7

Vasant Vihar

Magenta Line
→ Next: shankar_vihar (4 min)
8

Shankar Vihar

Magenta Line
→ Next: terminal_1_igi_airport (3 min)
9

Terminal 1-IGI Airport

Magenta Line
→ Next: sadar_bazar_cantonment (3 min)
10

Sadar Bazar Cantonment

Magenta Line
→ Next: palam (6 min)
11

Palam

Magenta Line
→ Next: dashrath_puri (2 min)
12

Dashrath Puri

Magenta Line
→ Next: dabri_mor (3 min)
13

Dabri Mor

Magenta Line
→ Next: janakpuri_west (3 min)
14

Janakpuri West

Magenta Line
🏁 Terminal Station
15

Janakpuri West

Blue Line
→ Next: janakpuri_east (1 min)
16

Janakpuri East

Blue Line
→ Next: tilak_nagar (2 min)
17

Tilak Nagar

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Chirag Delhi → Panchsheel Park

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
2

Panchsheel Park → Hauz Khas

📏 Distance: 1.40 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

Hauz Khas → Iit Delhi

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
4

IIT Delhi → Rk Puram

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
5

R K Puram → Munirka

📏 Distance: 1.38 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

Munirka → Vasant Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
7

Vasant Vihar → Shankar Vihar

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
8

Shankar Vihar → Terminal 1 Igi Airport

📏 Distance: 1.82 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
9

Terminal 1-IGI Airport → Sadar Bazar Cantonment

📏 Distance: 1.70 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
10

Sadar Bazar Cantonment → Palam

📏 Distance: 3.07 km
⏱️ Time: 6 min
11

Palam → Dashrath Puri

📏 Distance: 1.48 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
12

Dashrath Puri → Dabri Mor

📏 Distance: 1.53 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
13

Dabri Mor → Janakpuri West

📏 Distance: 1.67 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
15

Janakpuri West → Janakpuri East

📏 Distance: 0.96 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
🔄 Transfer: Blue Line
16

Janakpuri East → Tilak Nagar

📏 Distance: 1.03 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Chirag Delhi

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Panchsheel Park

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

IIT Delhi

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators
🚉

R K Puram

Available facilities:
ATMs Toilets
🚉

Munirka

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Vasant Vihar

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Shankar Vihar

Available facilities:
None
🚉

Terminal 1-IGI Airport

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Sadar Bazar Cantonment

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Palam

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Dashrath Puri

Available facilities:
Elevators
🚉

Dabri Mor

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Janakpuri West

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators ATMs Toilets
🚉

Janakpuri West

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators ATMs Toilets
🚉

Janakpuri East

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Tilak Nagar

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 Chirag Delhi to Tilak Nagar on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 16 stations on this route, covering 22 km. You need to change trains at Janakpuri West.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Chirag Delhi?
A: The first metro from Chirag Delhi 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 Chirag Delhi to Tilak Nagar by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 44 minutes under normal conditions, covering 22 km across 16 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Chirag Delhi to Tilak Nagar?
A: The standard token fare is INR 54. With a smart card, you pay INR 49 (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 Chirag Delhi to Tilak Nagar drops from INR 54 to INR 49.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Chirag Delhi metro station?
A: Chirag Delhi is equipped with: Parking. The station has been operational since 2018.

Q: What facilities are available at Tilak Nagar metro station?
A: Tilak Nagar offers: Toilets. It has been operational since 2005.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Chirag Delhi to Tilak Nagar is a 22 km, 44-minute journey with one interchange at Janakpuri West. At INR 54 (or INR 49 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.

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