🚆 Delhi Metro: Moolchand to Dashrath Puri

The Delhi Metro journey from Moolchand to Dashrath Puri involves an interchange at Lajpat Nagar — from the Purple Line to the Pink Line. Total distance is 22 km with an estimated travel time of 43 minutes across 16 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Purple Line, with an interchange to the Pink Line at Lajpat Nagar. Moolchand station has been operational since 2015. Dashrath Puri station opened in 2018.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~43 minutes

💰 Fare Information

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

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Moolchand

Purple Line
→ Next: lajpat_nagar (1 min)
2

Lajpat Nagar

Purple Line
🏁 Terminal Station
3

Lajpat Nagar

Pink Line
→ Next: south_extension (3 min)
4

South Extension

Pink Line
→ Next: ina (2 min)
5

INA

Pink Line
🏁 Terminal Station
6

INA

Yellow Line
→ Next: aiims (1 min)
7

AIIMS

Yellow Line
→ Next: green_park (1 min)
8

Green Park

Yellow Line
→ Next: hauz_khas (3 min)
9

Hauz Khas

Yellow Line
🏁 Terminal Station
10

Hauz Khas

Magenta Line
→ Next: iit_delhi (2 min)
11

IIT Delhi

Magenta Line
→ Next: rk_puram (1 min)
12

R K Puram

Magenta Line
→ Next: munirka (2 min)
13

Munirka

Magenta Line
→ Next: vasant_vihar (2 min)
14

Vasant Vihar

Magenta Line
→ Next: shankar_vihar (4 min)
15

Shankar Vihar

Magenta Line
→ Next: terminal_1_igi_airport (3 min)
16

Terminal 1-IGI Airport

Magenta Line
→ Next: sadar_bazar_cantonment (3 min)
17

Sadar Bazar Cantonment

Magenta Line
→ Next: palam (6 min)
18

Palam

Magenta Line
→ Next: dashrath_puri (2 min)
19

Dashrath Puri

Magenta Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Moolchand → Lajpat Nagar

📏 Distance: 0.75 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
3

Lajpat Nagar → South Extension

📏 Distance: 1.59 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
🔄 Transfer: Pink Line
4

South Extension → Ina

📏 Distance: 1.23 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

INA → Aiims

📏 Distance: 0.77 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
🔄 Transfer: Yellow Line
7

AIIMS → Green Park

📏 Distance: 0.89 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

Green Park → Hauz Khas

📏 Distance: 1.76 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
10

Hauz Khas → Iit Delhi

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
🔄 Transfer: Magenta Line
11

IIT Delhi → Rk Puram

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
12

R K Puram → Munirka

📏 Distance: 1.38 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
13

Munirka → Vasant Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
14

Vasant Vihar → Shankar Vihar

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
15

Shankar Vihar → Terminal 1 Igi Airport

📏 Distance: 1.82 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
16

Terminal 1-IGI Airport → Sadar Bazar Cantonment

📏 Distance: 1.70 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
17

Sadar Bazar Cantonment → Palam

📏 Distance: 3.07 km
⏱️ Time: 6 min
18

Palam → Dashrath Puri

📏 Distance: 1.48 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

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
🚉

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
🚉

Terminal 1-IGI Airport

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Sadar Bazar Cantonment

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Palam

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Dashrath Puri

Available facilities:
Elevators

💡 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 Moolchand to Dashrath Puri on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 16 stations on this route, covering 22 km. You need to change trains at Lajpat Nagar.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Moolchand?
A: The first metro from Moolchand 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 Moolchand to Dashrath Puri by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 43 minutes under normal conditions, covering 22 km across 16 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Moolchand to Dashrath Puri?
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 Moolchand to Dashrath Puri drops from INR 54 to INR 49.

Station Facilities

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

Q: What facilities are available at Dashrath Puri metro station?
A: Dashrath Puri offers: Elevators. It has been operational since 2018.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Moolchand to Dashrath Puri is a 22 km, 43-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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