🚆 Delhi Metro: Dashrath Puri to IIT Delhi

The Magenta Line of the Delhi Metro connects Dashrath Puri to IIT Delhi without any interchange. This direct route covers 14 km in approximately 27 minutes across 9 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Magenta Line with no line changes required. Dashrath Puri station has been operational since 2018. IIT Delhi station opened in 2018.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
Journey Time: ~27 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 43
🎟️ Discounted: INR 39
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Dashrath Puri

Magenta Line
Next: palam (2 min)
2

Palam

Magenta Line
Next: sadar_bazar_cantonment (6 min)
3

Sadar Bazar Cantonment

Magenta Line
Next: terminal_1_igi_airport (3 min)
4

Terminal 1-IGI Airport

Magenta Line
Next: shankar_vihar (3 min)
5

Shankar Vihar

Magenta Line
Next: vasant_vihar (4 min)
6

Vasant Vihar

Magenta Line
Next: munirka (2 min)
7

Munirka

Magenta Line
Next: rk_puram (2 min)
8

R K Puram

Magenta Line
Next: iit_delhi (1 min)
9

IIT Delhi

Magenta Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Dashrath Puri → Palam

📏 Distance: 1.48 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
2

Palam → Sadar Bazar Cantonment

📏 Distance: 3.07 km
⏱️ Time: 6 min
3

Sadar Bazar Cantonment → Terminal 1 Igi Airport

📏 Distance: 1.70 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
4

Terminal 1-IGI Airport → Shankar Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.82 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
5

Shankar Vihar → Vasant Vihar

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
6

Vasant Vihar → Munirka

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
7

Munirka → Rk Puram

📏 Distance: 1.38 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
8

R K Puram → Iit Delhi

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Dashrath Puri

Available facilities:
Elevators
🚉

Palam

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Sadar Bazar Cantonment

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Terminal 1-IGI Airport

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Shankar Vihar

Available facilities:
None
🚉

Vasant Vihar

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Munirka

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

R K Puram

Available facilities:
ATMs Toilets
🚉

IIT Delhi

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators

💡 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 Dashrath Puri to IIT Delhi on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 9 stations on this route, covering 14 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Dashrath Puri?
A: The first metro from Dashrath Puri 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 Dashrath Puri to IIT Delhi by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 27 minutes under normal conditions, covering 14 km across 9 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Dashrath Puri to IIT Delhi?
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 Dashrath Puri to IIT Delhi drops from INR 43 to INR 39.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Dashrath Puri metro station?
A: Dashrath Puri is equipped with: Elevators. The station has been operational since 2018.

Q: What facilities are available at IIT Delhi metro station?
A: IIT Delhi offers: Parking, Elevators. It has been operational since 2018.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Dashrath Puri to IIT Delhi is a 14 km, 27-minute journey with no line change. At INR 43 (or INR 39 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.

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