🚆 Delhi Metro: Dhaula Kuan to Okhla Vihar
The Delhi Metro journey from Dhaula Kuan to Okhla Vihar involves an interchange at New Delhi — from the Orange Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 25 km with an estimated travel time of 50 minutes across 18 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. Okhla Vihar station opened in 2018.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~50 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:
rajiv_chowk
(2 min)
5
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
patel_chowk
(2 min)
6
Patel Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
central_secretariat
(1 min)
7
Central Secretariat
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
8
Central Secretariat
Purple Line
→
Next:
khan_market
(4 min)
9
Khan Market
Purple Line
→
Next:
jawaharlal_nehru_stadium
(2 min)
10
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
Purple Line
→
Next:
jangpura
(1 min)
11
Jangpura
Purple Line
→
Next:
lajpat_nagar
(2 min)
12
Lajpat Nagar
Purple Line
→
Next:
moolchand
(1 min)
13
Moolchand
Purple Line
→
Next:
kailash_colony
(2 min)
14
Kailash Colony
Purple Line
→
Next:
nehru_place
(2 min)
15
Nehru Place
Purple Line
→
Next:
kalkaji_mandir
(1 min)
16
Kalkaji Mandir
Purple Line
🏁
Terminal Station
17
Kalkaji Mandir
Magenta Line
→
Next:
okhla_nsic
(1 min)
18
Okhla NSIC
Magenta Line
→
Next:
sukhdev_vihar
(2 min)
19
Sukhdev Vihar
Magenta Line
→
Next:
jamia_millia_islamia
(2 min)
20
Jamia Millia Islamia
Magenta Line
→
Next:
okhla_vihar
(1 min)
21
Okhla Vihar
Magenta Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
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:
2.19 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
🔄
Transfer:
Purple Line
📏
Distance:
1.50 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.78 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.47 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.75 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.22 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.05 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.76 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.79 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
🔄
Transfer:
Magenta Line
📏
Distance:
1.16 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.14 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.59 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
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 Dhaula Kuan to Okhla Vihar on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 18 stations on this route, covering 25 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 Okhla Vihar by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 50 minutes under normal conditions, covering 25 km across 18 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Dhaula Kuan to Okhla 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 Okhla 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 Okhla Vihar metro station?
A: Okhla Vihar offers: Parking. It has been operational since 2018.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Dhaula Kuan to Okhla Vihar is a 25 km, 50-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.