🚆 Delhi Metro: Karol Bagh to Vaishali
The Delhi Metro journey from Karol Bagh to Vaishali involves an interchange at R K Ashram Marg — from the Blue Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 20 km with an estimated travel time of 39 minutes across 18 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Blue Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at R K Ashram Marg. Karol Bagh station has been operational since 2005. Vaishali station opened in 2011.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~39 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 43
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 39
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Karol Bagh
Blue Line
→
Next:
jhandewalan
(2 min)
2
Jhandewalan
Blue Line
→
Next:
rk_ashram_marg
(2 min)
3
R K Ashram Marg
Blue Line
🏁
Terminal Station
4
R K Ashram Marg
Yellow Line
→
Next:
rajiv_chowk
(2 min)
5
Rajiv Chowk
Blue Line
🏁
Terminal Station
6
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
new_delhi
(2 min)
7
New Delhi
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chawri_bazar
(1 min)
8
Chawri Bazar
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chandni_chowk
(2 min)
9
Chandni Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
kashmere_gate
(1 min)
10
Kashmere Gate
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
11
Kashmere Gate
Red Line
→
Next:
shastri_park
(4 min)
12
Shastri Park
Red Line
→
Next:
seelampur
(3 min)
13
Seelampur
Red Line
→
Next:
welcome
(2 min)
14
Welcome
Red Line
🏁
Terminal Station
15
Welcome
Pink Line
→
Next:
east_azad_nagar
(2 min)
16
East Azad Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
krishna_nagar
(1 min)
17
Krishna Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
karkarduma_court
(1 min)
18
Karkarduma Court
Pink Line
→
Next:
karkarduma
(2 min)
19
Karkarduma
Pink Line
🏁
Terminal Station
20
Karkarduma
Blue Line
→
Next:
anand_vihar
(2 min)
21
Anand Vihar
Blue Line
→
Next:
kaushambi
(1 min)
22
Kaushambi
Blue Line
→
Next:
vaishali
(3 min)
23
Vaishali
Blue Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
1.11 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.02 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.26 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Yellow Line
📏
Distance:
1.25 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Yellow Line
📏
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
📏
Distance:
0.74 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.13 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.02 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Blue Line
📏
Distance:
0.84 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.57 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
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
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
ATMs
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 Karol Bagh to Vaishali on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 18 stations on this route, covering 20 km. You need to change trains at R K Ashram Marg.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Karol Bagh?
A: The first metro from Karol Bagh 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 Karol Bagh to Vaishali by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 39 minutes under normal conditions, covering 20 km across 18 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Karol Bagh to Vaishali?
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 Karol Bagh to Vaishali drops from INR 43 to INR 39.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Karol Bagh metro station?
A: Karol Bagh is equipped with: Toilets. The station has been operational since 2005.
Q: What facilities are available at Vaishali metro station?
A: Vaishali offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2011.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Karol Bagh to Vaishali is a 20 km, 39-minute journey with one interchange at R K Ashram Marg. At INR 43 (or INR 39 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.