🚆 Delhi Metro: Dilshad Garden to Karol Bagh
The Delhi Metro journey from Dilshad Garden to Karol Bagh involves an interchange at Kashmere Gate — from the Red Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 17 km with an estimated travel time of 33 minutes across 15 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Red Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at Kashmere Gate. Dilshad Garden station has been operational since 2018. Karol Bagh station opened in 2005.
⏰ Operating Hours
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First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
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Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
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Journey Time:
~33 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 43
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 39
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Dilshad Garden
Red Line
→
Next:
jhilmil
(1 min)
2
Jhilmil
Red Line
→
Next:
mansarovar_park
(2 min)
3
Mansarovar Park
Red Line
→
Next:
shahdara
(0 min)
4
Shahdara
Red Line
→
Next:
welcome
(4 min)
5
Welcome
Pink Line
→
Next:
seelampur
(2 min)
6
Seelampur
Red Line
→
Next:
shastri_park
(3 min)
7
Shastri Park
Red Line
→
Next:
kashmere_gate
(4 min)
8
Kashmere Gate
Red Line
🏁
Terminal Station
9
Kashmere Gate
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chandni_chowk
(1 min)
10
Chandni Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chawri_bazar
(2 min)
11
Chawri Bazar
Yellow Line
→
Next:
new_delhi
(1 min)
12
New Delhi
Yellow Line
→
Next:
rajiv_chowk
(2 min)
13
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
14
Rajiv Chowk
Blue Line
→
Next:
rk_ashram_marg
(2 min)
15
R K Ashram Marg
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
16
R K Ashram Marg
Blue Line
→
Next:
jhandewalan
(2 min)
17
Jhandewalan
Blue Line
→
Next:
karol_bagh
(2 min)
18
Karol Bagh
Blue Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
0.89 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.12 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.00 km
⏱️
Time:
N/A min
📏
Distance:
2.31 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
📏
Distance:
1.08 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.63 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
2.15 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
📏
Distance:
0.98 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
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Transfer:
Yellow Line
📏
Distance:
1.18 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.64 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.25 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.26 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Blue Line
📏
Distance:
1.02 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Blue Line
📏
Distance:
1.11 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
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
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
💡 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 Dilshad Garden to Karol Bagh on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 15 stations on this route, covering 17 km. You need to change trains at Kashmere Gate.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Dilshad Garden?
A: The first metro from Dilshad Garden 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 Dilshad Garden to Karol Bagh by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 33 minutes under normal conditions, covering 17 km across 15 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Dilshad Garden to Karol Bagh?
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 Dilshad Garden to Karol Bagh drops from INR 43 to INR 39.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Dilshad Garden metro station?
A: Dilshad Garden is equipped with: Parking, Toilets. The station has been operational since 2018.
Q: What facilities are available at Karol Bagh metro station?
A: Karol Bagh offers: Toilets. It has been operational since 2005.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Dilshad Garden to Karol Bagh is a 17 km, 33-minute journey with one interchange at Kashmere Gate. At INR 43 (or INR 39 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.