🚆 Delhi Metro: IIT Delhi to Krishna Nagar
The Delhi Metro journey from IIT Delhi to Krishna Nagar involves an interchange at Hauz Khas — from the Magenta Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 22 km with an estimated travel time of 44 minutes across 20 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Magenta Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at Hauz Khas. IIT Delhi station has been operational since 2018. Krishna Nagar station opened in 2018.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~44 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 54
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 49
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
IIT Delhi
Magenta Line
→
Next:
hauz_khas
(2 min)
2
Hauz Khas
Magenta Line
🏁
Terminal Station
3
Hauz Khas
Yellow Line
→
Next:
green_park
(3 min)
4
Green Park
Yellow Line
→
Next:
aiims
(1 min)
5
AIIMS
Yellow Line
→
Next:
ina
(1 min)
6
INA
Yellow Line
→
Next:
jor_bagh
(2 min)
7
Jor Bagh
Yellow Line
→
Next:
lok_kalyan_marg
(2 min)
8
Lok Kalyan Marg
Yellow Line
→
Next:
udyog_bhawan
(2 min)
9
Udyog Bhawan
Yellow Line
→
Next:
central_secretariat
(0 min)
10
Central Secretariat
Yellow Line
→
Next:
patel_chowk
(1 min)
11
Patel Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
rajiv_chowk
(2 min)
12
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
new_delhi
(2 min)
13
New Delhi
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chawri_bazar
(1 min)
14
Chawri Bazar
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chandni_chowk
(2 min)
15
Chandni Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
kashmere_gate
(1 min)
16
Kashmere Gate
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
17
Kashmere Gate
Red Line
→
Next:
shastri_park
(4 min)
18
Shastri Park
Red Line
→
Next:
seelampur
(3 min)
19
Seelampur
Red Line
→
Next:
welcome
(2 min)
20
Welcome
Red Line
🏁
Terminal Station
21
Welcome
Pink Line
→
Next:
east_azad_nagar
(2 min)
22
East Azad Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
krishna_nagar
(1 min)
23
Krishna Nagar
Pink Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
1.27 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.76 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🔄
Transfer:
Yellow Line
📏
Distance:
0.89 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.77 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.30 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.31 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.45 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.49 km
⏱️
Time:
N/A min
📏
Distance:
0.94 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.17 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.25 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.64 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.18 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.98 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
2.15 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
🔄
Transfer:
Red Line
📏
Distance:
1.63 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.08 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.04 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Pink Line
📏
Distance:
0.91 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Parking
Elevators
Available facilities:
Toilets
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Toilets
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ATMs
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Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
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Parking
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
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Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
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Parking
ATMs
Toilets
Elevators
Escalators
Security Check
Customer Care
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Toilets
Elevators
Escalators
Security Check
Customer Care
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
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 IIT Delhi to Krishna Nagar on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 20 stations on this route, covering 22 km. You need to change trains at Hauz Khas.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from IIT Delhi?
A: The first metro from IIT Delhi 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 IIT Delhi to Krishna Nagar by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 44 minutes under normal conditions, covering 22 km across 20 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from IIT Delhi to Krishna Nagar?
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 IIT Delhi to Krishna Nagar drops from INR 54 to INR 49.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at IIT Delhi metro station?
A: IIT Delhi is equipped with: Parking, Elevators. The station has been operational since 2018.
Q: What facilities are available at Krishna Nagar metro station?
A: Krishna Nagar offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2018.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from IIT Delhi to Krishna Nagar is a 22 km, 44-minute journey with one interchange at Hauz Khas. At INR 54 (or INR 49 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.