🚆 Delhi Metro: Kanhaiya Nagar to Shiv Vihar
The Delhi Metro journey from Kanhaiya Nagar to Shiv Vihar involves an interchange at Welcome — from the Red Line to the Pink Line. Total distance is 18 km with an estimated travel time of 35 minutes across 15 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Red Line, with an interchange to the Pink Line at Welcome. Kanhaiya Nagar station has been operational since 2004. Shiv Vihar station opened in 2018.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
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Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
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Journey Time:
~35 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 43
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 39
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Kanhaiya Nagar
Red Line
→
Next:
inderlok
(2 min)
2
Inderlok
Green Line
→
Next:
shastri_nagar
(2 min)
3
Shastri Nagar
Red Line
→
Next:
pratap_nagar
(3 min)
4
Pratap Nagar
Red Line
→
Next:
pulbangash
(1 min)
5
Pulbangash
Red Line
→
Next:
tis_hazari
(1 min)
6
Tis Hazari
Red Line
→
Next:
kashmere_gate
(2 min)
7
Kashmere Gate
Yellow Line
→
Next:
shastri_park
(4 min)
8
Shastri Park
Red Line
→
Next:
seelampur
(3 min)
9
Seelampur
Red Line
→
Next:
welcome
(2 min)
10
Welcome
Red Line
🏁
Terminal Station
11
Welcome
Pink Line
→
Next:
jaffrabad
(2 min)
12
Jaffrabad
Pink Line
→
Next:
maujpur-babarpur
(2 min)
13
Maujpur-Babarpur
Pink Line
→
Next:
gokulpuri
(2 min)
14
Gokulpuri
Pink Line
→
Next:
johri_enclave
(2 min)
15
Johri Enclave
Pink Line
→
Next:
shiv_vihar
(1 min)
16
Shiv Vihar
Pink Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
1.11 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.20 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.71 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
0.83 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.91 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.13 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
2.15 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
📏
Distance:
1.63 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.08 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.25 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Pink Line
📏
Distance:
1.14 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.31 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.26 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.94 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
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
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 Kanhaiya Nagar to Shiv Vihar on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 15 stations on this route, covering 18 km. You need to change trains at Welcome.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Kanhaiya Nagar?
A: The first metro from Kanhaiya Nagar 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 Kanhaiya Nagar to Shiv Vihar by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 35 minutes under normal conditions, covering 18 km across 15 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Kanhaiya Nagar to Shiv 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 Kanhaiya Nagar to Shiv Vihar drops from INR 43 to INR 39.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Kanhaiya Nagar metro station?
A: Kanhaiya Nagar is equipped with: Toilets. The station has been operational since 2004.
Q: What facilities are available at Shiv Vihar metro station?
A: Shiv Vihar offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2018.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Kanhaiya Nagar to Shiv Vihar is a 18 km, 35-minute journey with one interchange at Welcome. At INR 43 (or INR 39 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.