🚆 Delhi Metro: Dhaula Kuan to Nirman Vihar
The Delhi Metro journey from Dhaula Kuan to Nirman Vihar involves an interchange at New Delhi — from the Orange Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 22 km with an estimated travel time of 44 minutes across 15 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Orange Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at New Delhi. Dhaula Kuan station has been operational since 2011. Nirman Vihar station opened in 2010.
⏰ 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
Dhaula Kuan
Orange Line
→
Next:
shivaji_stadium
(12 min)
2
Shivaji Stadium
Orange Line
→
Next:
new_delhi
(3 min)
3
New Delhi
Orange Line
🏁
Terminal Station
4
New Delhi
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chawri_bazar
(1 min)
5
Chawri Bazar
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chandni_chowk
(2 min)
6
Chandni Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
kashmere_gate
(1 min)
7
Kashmere Gate
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
8
Kashmere Gate
Red Line
→
Next:
shastri_park
(4 min)
9
Shastri Park
Red Line
→
Next:
seelampur
(3 min)
10
Seelampur
Red Line
→
Next:
welcome
(2 min)
11
Welcome
Red Line
🏁
Terminal Station
12
Welcome
Pink Line
→
Next:
east_azad_nagar
(2 min)
13
East Azad Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
krishna_nagar
(1 min)
14
Krishna Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
karkarduma_court
(1 min)
15
Karkarduma Court
Pink Line
→
Next:
karkarduma
(2 min)
16
Karkarduma
Pink Line
🏁
Terminal Station
17
Karkarduma
Blue Line
→
Next:
preet_vihar
(2 min)
18
Preet Vihar
Blue Line
→
Next:
nirman_vihar
(2 min)
19
Nirman Vihar
Blue Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
6.34 km
⏱️
Time:
12 min
📏
Distance:
2.00 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
0.64 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
🔄
Transfer:
Yellow Line
📏
Distance:
1.18 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.98 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
2.15 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
🔄
Transfer:
Red Line
📏
Distance:
1.63 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.08 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.04 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Pink Line
📏
Distance:
0.91 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.74 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.13 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.24 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Blue Line
📏
Distance:
1.01 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
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:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
ATMs
💡 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 Dhaula Kuan to Nirman Vihar on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 15 stations on this route, covering 22 km. You need to change trains at New Delhi.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Dhaula Kuan?
A: The first metro from Dhaula Kuan 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 Dhaula Kuan to Nirman Vihar by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 44 minutes under normal conditions, covering 22 km across 15 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Dhaula Kuan to Nirman Vihar?
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 Dhaula Kuan to Nirman Vihar drops from INR 54 to INR 49.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Dhaula Kuan metro station?
A: Dhaula Kuan is equipped with: Parking. The station has been operational since 2011.
Q: What facilities are available at Nirman Vihar metro station?
A: Nirman Vihar offers: ATMs. It has been operational since 2010.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Dhaula Kuan to Nirman Vihar is a 22 km, 44-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.