🚆 Delhi Metro: IGI Airport to NHPC Chowk
The Delhi Metro journey from IGI Airport to NHPC Chowk 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 86 minutes across 25 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Orange Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at New Delhi. IGI Airport station has been operational since 2011. NHPC Chowk station opened in 2010.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~86 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 64
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 58
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
IGI Airport
Orange Line
→
Next:
delhi_aerocity
(6 min)
2
Delhi Aerocity
Orange Line
→
Next:
dhaula_kuan
(12 min)
3
Dhaula Kuan
Orange Line
→
Next:
shivaji_stadium
(12 min)
4
Shivaji Stadium
Orange Line
→
Next:
new_delhi
(3 min)
5
New Delhi
Orange Line
🏁
Terminal Station
6
New Delhi
Yellow Line
→
Next:
rajiv_chowk
(2 min)
7
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
patel_chowk
(2 min)
8
Patel Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
central_secretariat
(1 min)
9
Central Secretariat
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
10
Central Secretariat
Purple Line
→
Next:
khan_market
(4 min)
11
Khan Market
Purple Line
→
Next:
jawaharlal_nehru_stadium
(2 min)
12
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
Purple Line
→
Next:
jangpura
(1 min)
13
Jangpura
Purple Line
→
Next:
lajpat_nagar
(2 min)
14
Lajpat Nagar
Purple Line
→
Next:
moolchand
(1 min)
15
Moolchand
Purple Line
→
Next:
kailash_colony
(2 min)
16
Kailash Colony
Purple Line
→
Next:
nehru_place
(2 min)
17
Nehru Place
Purple Line
→
Next:
kalkaji_mandir
(1 min)
18
Kalkaji Mandir
Magenta Line
→
Next:
govind_puri
(1 min)
19
Govind Puri
Purple Line
→
Next:
harkesh_nagar_okhla
(2 min)
20
Harkesh Nagar Okhla
Purple Line
→
Next:
jasola_apollo
(1 min)
21
Jasola Apollo
Purple Line
→
Next:
sarita_vihar
(2 min)
22
Sarita Vihar
Purple Line
→
Next:
mohan_estate
(2 min)
23
Mohan Estate
Purple Line
→
Next:
tughlakabad
(3 min)
24
Tughlakabad
Purple Line
→
Next:
badarpur_border
(2 min)
25
Badarpur Border
Purple Line
→
Next:
sarai
(3 min)
26
Sarai
Purple Line
→
Next:
nhpc_chowk
(4 min)
27
NHPC Chowk
Purple Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
3.44 km
⏱️
Time:
6 min
📏
Distance:
6.23 km
⏱️
Time:
12 min
📏
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:
0.75 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.06 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.97 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.15 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.20 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.94 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.09 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.70 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
2.28 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
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Parking
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Toilets
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Toilets
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Toilets
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Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
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Parking
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Parking
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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:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
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Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
💡 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 IGI Airport to NHPC Chowk on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 25 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 IGI Airport?
A: The first metro from IGI Airport 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 IGI Airport to NHPC Chowk by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 86 minutes under normal conditions, covering 43 km across 25 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from IGI Airport to NHPC Chowk?
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 IGI Airport to NHPC Chowk drops from INR 64 to INR 58.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at IGI Airport metro station?
A: IGI Airport is equipped with: Parking. The station has been operational since 2011.
Q: What facilities are available at NHPC Chowk metro station?
A: NHPC Chowk offers: ATMs. It has been operational since 2010.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from IGI Airport to NHPC Chowk is a 43 km, 86-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.