🚆 Delhi Metro: Civil Lines to Okhla Bird Sanctuary
The Delhi Metro journey from Civil Lines to Okhla Bird Sanctuary involves an interchange at Kashmere Gate — from the Yellow Line to the Purple Line. Total distance is 21 km with an estimated travel time of 42 minutes across 19 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Yellow Line, with an interchange to the Purple Line at Kashmere Gate. Civil Lines station has been operational since 2004. Okhla Bird Sanctuary station opened in 2018.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~42 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 63
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 57
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Civil Lines
Yellow Line
→
Next:
kashmere_gate
(2 min)
2
Kashmere Gate
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
3
Kashmere Gate
Purple Line
→
Next:
lal_qila
(2 min)
4
Lal Qila
Purple Line
→
Next:
jama_masjid
(1 min)
5
Jama Masjid
Purple Line
→
Next:
delhi_gate
(2 min)
6
Delhi Gate
Purple Line
→
Next:
ito
(2 min)
7
ITO
Purple Line
→
Next:
mandi_house
(1 min)
8
Mandi House
Purple Line
🏁
Terminal Station
9
Mandi House
Blue Line
→
Next:
supreme_court
(1 min)
10
Supreme Court
Blue Line
→
Next:
indraprastha
(1 min)
11
Indraprastha
Blue Line
→
Next:
yamuna_bank
(3 min)
12
Yamuna Bank
Blue Line
→
Next:
akshardham
(2 min)
13
Akshardham
Blue Line
→
Next:
mayur_vihar_phase_1
(3 min)
14
Mayur Vihar Phase-1
Blue Line
→
Next:
mayur_vihar_ext
(2 min)
15
Mayur Vihar Extension
Blue Line
→
Next:
new_ashok_nagar
(1 min)
16
New Ashok Nagar
Blue Line
→
Next:
noida_sector_15
(2 min)
17
Noida Sector 15
Blue Line
→
Next:
noida_sector_16
(1 min)
18
Noida Sector 16
Blue Line
→
Next:
noida_sector_18
(2 min)
19
Noida Sector 18
Blue Line
→
Next:
botanical_garden
(2 min)
20
Botanical Garden
Blue Line
🏁
Terminal Station
21
Botanical Garden
Magenta Line
→
Next:
okhla_bird_sanctuary
(3 min)
22
Okhla Bird Sanctuary
Magenta Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
1.15 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.45 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Purple Line
📏
Distance:
0.82 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.08 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.30 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.78 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.93 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
🔄
Transfer:
Blue Line
📏
Distance:
0.75 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.78 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.27 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.83 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.22 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.91 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.03 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.97 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.17 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.09 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.75 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🔄
Transfer:
Magenta Line
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Toilets
Elevators
Escalators
Security Check
Customer Care
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Toilets
Elevators
Escalators
Security Check
Customer Care
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
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ATMs
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Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Elevators
ATMs
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Elevators
ATMs
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
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 Civil Lines to Okhla Bird Sanctuary on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 19 stations on this route, covering 21 km. You need to change trains at Kashmere Gate.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Civil Lines?
A: The first metro from Civil Lines 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 Civil Lines to Okhla Bird Sanctuary by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 42 minutes under normal conditions, covering 21 km across 19 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Civil Lines to Okhla Bird Sanctuary?
A: The standard token fare is INR 63. With a smart card, you pay INR 57 (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 Civil Lines to Okhla Bird Sanctuary drops from INR 63 to INR 57.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Civil Lines metro station?
A: Civil Lines is equipped with: Parking. The station has been operational since 2004.
Q: What facilities are available at Okhla Bird Sanctuary metro station?
A: Okhla Bird Sanctuary offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2018.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Civil Lines to Okhla Bird Sanctuary is a 21 km, 42-minute journey with one interchange at Kashmere Gate. At INR 63 (or INR 57 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.