🚆 Delhi Metro: Jama Masjid to Shankar Vihar

The Delhi Metro journey from Jama Masjid to Shankar Vihar involves an interchange at Central Secretariat — from the Purple Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 21 km with an estimated travel time of 41 minutes across 18 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Purple Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at Central Secretariat. Jama Masjid station has been operational since 2017. Shankar Vihar station opened in 2018.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
Journey Time: ~41 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 43
🎟️ Discounted: INR 39
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Jama Masjid

Purple Line
Next: delhi_gate (2 min)
2

Delhi Gate

Purple Line
Next: ito (2 min)
3

ITO

Purple Line
Next: mandi_house (1 min)
4

Mandi House

Purple Line
Next: janpath (2 min)
5

Janpath

Purple Line
Next: central_secretariat (2 min)
6

Central Secretariat

Purple Line
🏁 Terminal Station
7

Central Secretariat

Yellow Line
Next: udyog_bhawan (0 min)
8

Udyog Bhawan

Yellow Line
Next: lok_kalyan_marg (2 min)
9

Lok Kalyan Marg

Yellow Line
Next: jor_bagh (2 min)
10

Jor Bagh

Yellow Line
Next: ina (2 min)
11

INA

Yellow Line
Next: aiims (1 min)
12

AIIMS

Yellow Line
Next: green_park (1 min)
13

Green Park

Yellow Line
Next: hauz_khas (3 min)
14

Hauz Khas

Yellow Line
🏁 Terminal Station
15

Hauz Khas

Magenta Line
Next: iit_delhi (2 min)
16

IIT Delhi

Magenta Line
Next: rk_puram (1 min)
17

R K Puram

Magenta Line
Next: munirka (2 min)
18

Munirka

Magenta Line
Next: vasant_vihar (2 min)
19

Vasant Vihar

Magenta Line
Next: shankar_vihar (4 min)
20

Shankar Vihar

Magenta Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Jama Masjid → Delhi Gate

📏 Distance: 1.08 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
2

Delhi Gate → Ito

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

ITO → Mandi House

📏 Distance: 0.78 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
4

Mandi House → Janpath

📏 Distance: 1.42 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
5

Janpath → Central Secretariat

📏 Distance: 1.29 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
7

Central Secretariat → Udyog Bhawan

📏 Distance: 0.49 km
⏱️ Time: N/A min
🔄 Transfer: Yellow Line
8

Udyog Bhawan → Lok Kalyan Marg

📏 Distance: 1.45 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
9

Lok Kalyan Marg → Jor Bagh

📏 Distance: 1.31 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
10

Jor Bagh → Ina

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
11

INA → Aiims

📏 Distance: 0.77 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
12

AIIMS → Green Park

📏 Distance: 0.89 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
13

Green Park → Hauz Khas

📏 Distance: 1.76 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
15

Hauz Khas → Iit Delhi

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
🔄 Transfer: Magenta Line
16

IIT Delhi → Rk Puram

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
17

R K Puram → Munirka

📏 Distance: 1.38 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
18

Munirka → Vasant Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
19

Vasant Vihar → Shankar Vihar

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Jama Masjid

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Delhi Gate

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

ITO

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Mandi House

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Janpath

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Central Secretariat

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Central Secretariat

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Udyog Bhawan

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Lok Kalyan Marg

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Jor Bagh

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

INA

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

AIIMS

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Green Park

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

IIT Delhi

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators
🚉

R K Puram

Available facilities:
ATMs Toilets
🚉

Munirka

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Vasant Vihar

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Shankar Vihar

Available facilities:
None

💡 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 Jama Masjid to Shankar Vihar on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 18 stations on this route, covering 21 km. You need to change trains at Central Secretariat.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Jama Masjid?
A: The first metro from Jama Masjid 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 Jama Masjid to Shankar Vihar by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 41 minutes under normal conditions, covering 21 km across 18 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Jama Masjid to Shankar Vihar?
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 Jama Masjid to Shankar Vihar drops from INR 43 to INR 39.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Jama Masjid metro station?
A: Jama Masjid is equipped with: Toilets. The station has been operational since 2017.

Q: What facilities are available at Shankar Vihar metro station?
A: Shankar Vihar offers: None. It has been operational since 2018.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Jama Masjid to Shankar Vihar is a 21 km, 41-minute journey with one interchange at Central Secretariat. 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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