🚆 Delhi Metro: ESI Hospital to South Extension

The Pink Line of the Delhi Metro connects ESI Hospital to South Extension without any interchange. This direct route covers 16 km in approximately 31 minutes across 11 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Pink Line with no line changes required. ESI Hospital station has been operational since 2018. South Extension station opened in 2018.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
Journey Time: ~31 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 43
🎟️ Discounted: INR 39
💳 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
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

ESI Hospital → Rajouri Garden

📏 Distance: 1.11 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
2

Rajouri Garden → Mayapuri

📏 Distance: 1.49 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

Mayapuri → Naraina Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.58 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
4

Naraina Vihar → Delhi Cantt

📏 Distance: 1.75 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
5

Delhi Cantt → Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus

📏 Distance: 3.57 km
⏱️ Time: 7 min
6

Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus → Sir Vishweshwaraiah Moti Bagh

📏 Distance: 1.35 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
7

Sir Vishweshwaraiah Moti Bagh → Bhikaji Cama Place

📏 Distance: 1.50 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
8

Bhikaji Cama Place → Sarojini Nagar

📏 Distance: 1.22 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
9

Sarojini Nagar → Ina

📏 Distance: 1.09 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
10

INA → South Extension

📏 Distance: 1.23 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

ESI Hospital

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Rajouri Garden

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Mayapuri

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Naraina Vihar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Delhi Cantt

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus

Available facilities:
Parking ATMs
🚉

Sir Vishweshwaraiah Moti Bagh

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Bhikaji Cama Place

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Sarojini Nagar

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

INA

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

South Extension

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 ESI Hospital to South Extension on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 11 stations on this route, covering 16 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

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 South Extension by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 31 minutes under normal conditions, covering 16 km across 11 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from ESI Hospital to South Extension?
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 ESI Hospital to South Extension drops from INR 43 to INR 39.

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 South Extension metro station?
A: South Extension offers: Parking. It has been operational since 2018.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from ESI Hospital to South Extension is a 16 km, 31-minute journey with no line change. At INR 43 (or INR 39 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.

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