🚆 Delhi Metro: ESI Hospital to Okhla Bird Sanctuary
The Delhi Metro journey from ESI Hospital to Okhla Bird Sanctuary involves an interchange at Lajpat Nagar — from the Pink Line to the Purple Line. Total distance is 30 km with an estimated travel time of 59 minutes across 23 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Pink Line, with an interchange to the Purple Line at Lajpat Nagar. ESI Hospital station has been operational since 2018. Okhla Bird Sanctuary station opened in 2018.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~59 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 54
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 49
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
ESI Hospital
Pink Line
→
Next:
rajouri_garden
(2 min)
2
Rajouri Garden
Pink Line
→
Next:
mayapuri
(2 min)
3
Mayapuri
Pink Line
→
Next:
naraina_vihar
(3 min)
4
Naraina Vihar
Pink Line
→
Next:
delhi_cantt
(3 min)
5
Delhi Cantt
Pink Line
→
Next:
durgabai_deshmukh_south_campus
(7 min)
6
Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus
Pink Line
→
Next:
sir_vishweshwaraiah_moti_bagh
(2 min)
7
Sir Vishweshwaraiah Moti Bagh
Pink Line
→
Next:
bhikaji_cama_place
(2 min)
8
Bhikaji Cama Place
Pink Line
→
Next:
sarojini_nagar
(2 min)
9
Sarojini Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
ina
(2 min)
10
INA
Yellow Line
→
Next:
south_extension
(2 min)
11
South Extension
Pink Line
→
Next:
lajpat_nagar
(3 min)
12
Lajpat Nagar
Pink Line
🏁
Terminal Station
13
Lajpat Nagar
Purple Line
→
Next:
moolchand
(1 min)
14
Moolchand
Purple Line
→
Next:
kailash_colony
(2 min)
15
Kailash Colony
Purple Line
→
Next:
nehru_place
(2 min)
16
Nehru Place
Purple Line
→
Next:
kalkaji_mandir
(1 min)
17
Kalkaji Mandir
Purple Line
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Terminal Station
18
Kalkaji Mandir
Magenta Line
→
Next:
okhla_nsic
(1 min)
19
Okhla NSIC
Magenta Line
→
Next:
sukhdev_vihar
(2 min)
20
Sukhdev Vihar
Magenta Line
→
Next:
jamia_millia_islamia
(2 min)
21
Jamia Millia Islamia
Magenta Line
→
Next:
okhla_vihar
(1 min)
22
Okhla Vihar
Magenta Line
→
Next:
jasola_vihar_shaheen_bagh
(3 min)
23
Jasola Vihar Shaheen Bagh
Magenta Line
→
Next:
kalindi_kunj
(2 min)
24
Kalindi Kunj
Magenta Line
→
Next:
okhla_bird_sanctuary
(3 min)
25
Okhla Bird Sanctuary
Magenta Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
1.11 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.49 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.58 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.75 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
3.57 km
⏱️
Time:
7 min
📏
Distance:
1.35 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.50 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.22 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.09 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.23 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.59 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
0.75 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
🔄
Transfer:
Purple Line
📏
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
📏
Distance:
1.74 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.37 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.58 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
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Toilets
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Parking
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Parking
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Parking
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ATMs
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Parking
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Parking
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Parking
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Parking
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💡 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 ESI Hospital to Okhla Bird Sanctuary on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 23 stations on this route, covering 30 km. You need to change trains at Lajpat Nagar.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from ESI Hospital?
A: The first metro from ESI Hospital 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 ESI Hospital to Okhla Bird Sanctuary by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 59 minutes under normal conditions, covering 30 km across 23 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from ESI Hospital to Okhla Bird Sanctuary?
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 ESI Hospital to Okhla Bird Sanctuary drops from INR 54 to INR 49.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at ESI Hospital metro station?
A: ESI Hospital is equipped with: ATMs. The station has been operational since 2018.
Q: What facilities are available at Okhla Bird Sanctuary metro station?
A: Okhla Bird Sanctuary offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2018.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from ESI Hospital to Okhla Bird Sanctuary is a 30 km, 59-minute journey with one interchange at Lajpat Nagar. At INR 54 (or INR 49 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.