🚆 Delhi Metro: Delhi Aerocity to Qutub Minar
The Delhi Metro journey from Delhi Aerocity to Qutub Minar involves an interchange at New Delhi — from the Orange Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 30 km with an estimated travel time of 60 minutes across 17 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Orange Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at New Delhi. Delhi Aerocity station has been operational since 2011. Qutub Minar station opened in 2010.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~60 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 54
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 49
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Delhi Aerocity
Orange Line
→
Next:
dhaula_kuan
(12 min)
2
Dhaula Kuan
Orange Line
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Next:
shivaji_stadium
(12 min)
3
Shivaji Stadium
Orange Line
→
Next:
new_delhi
(3 min)
4
New Delhi
Orange Line
🏁
Terminal Station
5
New Delhi
Yellow Line
→
Next:
rajiv_chowk
(2 min)
6
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
patel_chowk
(2 min)
7
Patel Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
central_secretariat
(1 min)
8
Central Secretariat
Yellow Line
→
Next:
udyog_bhawan
(0 min)
9
Udyog Bhawan
Yellow Line
→
Next:
lok_kalyan_marg
(2 min)
10
Lok Kalyan Marg
Yellow Line
→
Next:
jor_bagh
(2 min)
11
Jor Bagh
Yellow Line
→
Next:
ina
(2 min)
12
INA
Yellow Line
→
Next:
aiims
(1 min)
13
AIIMS
Yellow Line
→
Next:
green_park
(1 min)
14
Green Park
Yellow Line
→
Next:
hauz_khas
(3 min)
15
Hauz Khas
Magenta Line
→
Next:
malviya_nagar
(3 min)
16
Malviya Nagar
Yellow Line
→
Next:
saket
(1 min)
17
Saket
Yellow Line
→
Next:
qutub_minar
(3 min)
18
Qutub Minar
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
6.23 km
⏱️
Time:
12 min
📏
Distance:
6.34 km
⏱️
Time:
12 min
📏
Distance:
2.00 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.25 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Yellow Line
📏
Distance:
1.17 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.94 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.49 km
⏱️
Time:
N/A min
📏
Distance:
1.45 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.31 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.30 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.77 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.89 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.76 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.67 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
0.92 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.79 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
💡 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 Delhi Aerocity to Qutub Minar on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 17 stations on this route, covering 30 km. You need to change trains at New Delhi.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Delhi Aerocity?
A: The first metro from Delhi Aerocity 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 Delhi Aerocity to Qutub Minar by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 60 minutes under normal conditions, covering 30 km across 17 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Delhi Aerocity to Qutub Minar?
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 Delhi Aerocity to Qutub Minar drops from INR 54 to INR 49.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Delhi Aerocity metro station?
A: Delhi Aerocity is equipped with: Toilets, ATMs. The station has been operational since 2011.
Q: What facilities are available at Qutub Minar metro station?
A: Qutub Minar offers: Parking. It has been operational since 2010.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Delhi Aerocity to Qutub Minar is a 30 km, 60-minute journey with one interchange at New Delhi. At INR 54 (or INR 49 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.