🚆 Delhi Metro: Kailash Colony to Nawada

The Delhi Metro journey from Kailash Colony to Nawada involves an interchange at Lajpat Nagar — from the Purple Line to the Pink Line. Total distance is 27 km with an estimated travel time of 53 minutes across 21 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Purple Line, with an interchange to the Pink Line at Lajpat Nagar. Kailash Colony station has been operational since 2015. Nawada station opened in 2006.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
Journey Time: ~53 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 54
🎟️ Discounted: INR 49
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Kailash Colony

Purple Line
Next: moolchand (2 min)
2

Moolchand

Purple Line
Next: lajpat_nagar (1 min)
3

Lajpat Nagar

Purple Line
🏁 Terminal Station
4

Lajpat Nagar

Pink Line
Next: south_extension (3 min)
5

South Extension

Pink Line
Next: ina (2 min)
6

INA

Yellow Line
Next: sarojini_nagar (2 min)
7

Sarojini Nagar

Pink Line
Next: bhikaji_cama_place (2 min)
8

Bhikaji Cama Place

Pink Line
Next: sir_vishweshwaraiah_moti_bagh (2 min)
9

Sir Vishweshwaraiah Moti Bagh

Pink Line
Next: durgabai_deshmukh_south_campus (2 min)
10

Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus

Pink Line
Next: delhi_cantt (7 min)
11

Delhi Cantt

Pink Line
Next: naraina_vihar (3 min)
12

Naraina Vihar

Pink Line
Next: mayapuri (3 min)
13

Mayapuri

Pink Line
Next: rajouri_garden (2 min)
14

Rajouri Garden

Pink Line
🏁 Terminal Station
15

Rajouri Garden

Blue Line
Next: tagore_garden (2 min)
16

Tagore Garden

Blue Line
Next: subhash_nagar (1 min)
17

Subhash Nagar

Blue Line
Next: tilak_nagar (1 min)
18

Tilak Nagar

Blue Line
Next: janakpuri_east (2 min)
19

Janakpuri East

Blue Line
Next: janakpuri_west (1 min)
20

Janakpuri West

Magenta Line
Next: uttam_nagar_east (2 min)
21

Uttam Nagar East

Blue Line
Next: uttam_nagar_west (1 min)
22

Uttam Nagar West

Blue Line
Next: nawada (2 min)
23

Nawada

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Kailash Colony → Moolchand

📏 Distance: 1.22 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
2

Moolchand → Lajpat Nagar

📏 Distance: 0.75 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
4

Lajpat Nagar → South Extension

📏 Distance: 1.59 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
🔄 Transfer: Pink Line
5

South Extension → Ina

📏 Distance: 1.23 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

INA → Sarojini Nagar

📏 Distance: 1.09 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
7

Sarojini Nagar → Bhikaji Cama Place

📏 Distance: 1.22 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
8

Bhikaji Cama Place → Sir Vishweshwaraiah Moti Bagh

📏 Distance: 1.50 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
9

Sir Vishweshwaraiah Moti Bagh → Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus

📏 Distance: 1.35 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
10

Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus → Delhi Cantt

📏 Distance: 3.57 km
⏱️ Time: 7 min
11

Delhi Cantt → Naraina Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.75 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
12

Naraina Vihar → Mayapuri

📏 Distance: 1.58 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
13

Mayapuri → Rajouri Garden

📏 Distance: 1.49 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
15

Rajouri Garden → Tagore Garden

📏 Distance: 1.12 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
🔄 Transfer: Blue Line
16

Tagore Garden → Subhash Nagar

📏 Distance: 0.86 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
17

Subhash Nagar → Tilak Nagar

📏 Distance: 0.93 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
18

Tilak Nagar → Janakpuri East

📏 Distance: 1.03 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
19

Janakpuri East → Janakpuri West

📏 Distance: 0.96 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
20

Janakpuri West → Uttam Nagar East

📏 Distance: 1.32 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
21

Uttam Nagar East → Uttam Nagar West

📏 Distance: 0.99 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
22

Uttam Nagar West → Nawada

📏 Distance: 1.06 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Kailash Colony

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Moolchand

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Lajpat Nagar

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Lajpat Nagar

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

South Extension

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

INA

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Sarojini Nagar

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Bhikaji Cama Place

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Sir Vishweshwaraiah Moti Bagh

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus

Available facilities:
Parking ATMs
🚉

Delhi Cantt

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Naraina Vihar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Mayapuri

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Rajouri Garden

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Rajouri Garden

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Tagore Garden

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Subhash Nagar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Tilak Nagar

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Janakpuri East

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Janakpuri West

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators ATMs Toilets
🚉

Uttam Nagar East

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Uttam Nagar West

Available facilities:
Parking ATMs
🚉

Nawada

Available facilities:
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 Kailash Colony to Nawada on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 21 stations on this route, covering 27 km. You need to change trains at Lajpat Nagar.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Kailash Colony?
A: The first metro from Kailash Colony 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 Kailash Colony to Nawada by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 53 minutes under normal conditions, covering 27 km across 21 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Kailash Colony to Nawada?
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 Kailash Colony to Nawada drops from INR 54 to INR 49.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Kailash Colony metro station?
A: Kailash Colony is equipped with: Toilets. The station has been operational since 2015.

Q: What facilities are available at Nawada metro station?
A: Nawada offers: Toilets. It has been operational since 2006.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Kailash Colony to Nawada is a 27 km, 53-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.

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