🚆 Delhi Metro: Dhaula Kuan to Sector 55-56
The Delhi Metro journey from Dhaula Kuan to Sector 55-56 involves an interchange at New Delhi — from the Orange Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 43 km with an estimated travel time of 85 minutes across 27 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. Sector 55-56 station opened in 2013.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~85 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 64
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 58
💳
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
→
Next:
udyog_bhawan
(0 min)
8
Udyog Bhawan
Yellow Line
→
Next:
lok_kalyan_marg
(2 min)
9
Lok Kalyan Marg
Yellow Line
→
Next:
jor_bagh
(2 min)
10
Jor Bagh
Yellow Line
→
Next:
ina
(2 min)
11
INA
Yellow Line
→
Next:
aiims
(1 min)
12
AIIMS
Yellow Line
→
Next:
green_park
(1 min)
13
Green Park
Yellow Line
→
Next:
hauz_khas
(3 min)
14
Hauz Khas
Magenta Line
→
Next:
malviya_nagar
(3 min)
15
Malviya Nagar
Yellow Line
→
Next:
saket
(1 min)
16
Saket
Yellow Line
→
Next:
qutub_minar
(3 min)
17
Qutub Minar
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chhatarpur
(2 min)
18
Chhatarpur
Yellow Line
→
Next:
sultanpur
(3 min)
19
Sultanpur
Yellow Line
→
Next:
ghitorni
(2 min)
20
Ghitorni
Yellow Line
→
Next:
arjan_garh
(5 min)
21
Arjan Garh
Yellow Line
→
Next:
guru_dronacharya
(2 min)
22
Guru Dronacharya
Yellow Line
→
Next:
sikanderpur
(7 min)
23
Sikanderpur
Yellow Line
→
Next:
phase_1
(2 min)
24
Phase 1
Silver Line
→
Next:
sector_42_43
(3 min)
25
Sector 42-43
Silver Line
→
Next:
sector_53_54
(2 min)
26
Sector 53-54
Silver Line
→
Next:
sector_54_chowk
(3 min)
27
Sector 54 Chowk
Silver Line
→
Next:
sector_55_56
(2 min)
28
Sector 55-56
Silver 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:
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
📏
Distance:
1.31 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.57 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.34 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
2.70 km
⏱️
Time:
5 min
📏
Distance:
1.30 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
3.94 km
⏱️
Time:
7 min
📏
Distance:
1.11 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.57 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.27 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.57 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.05 km
⏱️
Time:
2 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:
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
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Elevators
ATMs
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Elevators
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Elevators
Available facilities:
Toilets
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 Dhaula Kuan to Sector 55-56 on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 27 stations on this route, covering 43 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 Sector 55-56 by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 85 minutes under normal conditions, covering 43 km across 27 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Dhaula Kuan to Sector 55-56?
A: The standard token fare is INR 64. With a smart card, you pay INR 58 (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 Sector 55-56 drops from INR 64 to INR 58.
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 Sector 55-56 metro station?
A: Sector 55-56 offers: Toilets, Elevators. It has been operational since 2013.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Dhaula Kuan to Sector 55-56 is a 43 km, 85-minute journey with one interchange at New Delhi. At INR 64 (or INR 58 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.