🚆 Delhi Metro: Kashmere Gate to Akshardham
The Delhi Metro journey from Kashmere Gate to Akshardham involves an interchange at Kashmere Gate — from the Yellow Line to the Red Line. Total distance is 15 km with an estimated travel time of 29 minutes across 13 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Yellow Line, with an interchange to the Red Line at Kashmere Gate. Kashmere Gate station has been operational since 2017. Akshardham station opened in 2009.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
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Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~29 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 43
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 39
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Kashmere Gate
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
2
Kashmere Gate
Red Line
→
Next:
shastri_park
(4 min)
3
Shastri Park
Red Line
→
Next:
seelampur
(3 min)
4
Seelampur
Red Line
→
Next:
welcome
(2 min)
5
Welcome
Red Line
🏁
Terminal Station
6
Welcome
Pink Line
→
Next:
east_azad_nagar
(2 min)
7
East Azad Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
krishna_nagar
(1 min)
8
Krishna Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
karkarduma_court
(1 min)
9
Karkarduma Court
Pink Line
→
Next:
karkarduma
(2 min)
10
Karkarduma
Pink Line
🏁
Terminal Station
11
Karkarduma
Blue Line
→
Next:
preet_vihar
(2 min)
12
Preet Vihar
Blue Line
→
Next:
nirman_vihar
(2 min)
13
Nirman Vihar
Blue Line
→
Next:
laxmi_nagar
(2 min)
14
Laxmi Nagar
Blue Line
→
Next:
yamuna_bank
(2 min)
15
Yamuna Bank
Blue Line
→
Next:
akshardham
(2 min)
16
Akshardham
Blue Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
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:
1.24 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Blue Line
📏
Distance:
1.01 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.12 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.25 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.27 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🏢 Station Facilities
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
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
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 Kashmere Gate to Akshardham on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 13 stations on this route, covering 15 km. You need to change trains at Kashmere Gate.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Kashmere Gate?
A: The first metro from Kashmere Gate 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 Kashmere Gate to Akshardham by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 29 minutes under normal conditions, covering 15 km across 13 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Kashmere Gate to Akshardham?
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 Kashmere Gate to Akshardham drops from INR 43 to INR 39.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Kashmere Gate metro station?
A: Kashmere Gate is equipped with: Parking, ATMs, Toilets, Elevators, Escalators, Security Check, Customer Care. The station has been operational since 2017.
Q: What facilities are available at Akshardham metro station?
A: Akshardham offers: Toilets. It has been operational since 2009.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Kashmere Gate to Akshardham is a 15 km, 29-minute journey with one interchange at Kashmere Gate. At INR 43 (or INR 39 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.