🚆 Delhi Metro: Nehru Place to Dilshad Garden
The Delhi Metro journey from Nehru Place to Dilshad Garden involves an interchange at Central Secretariat — from the Purple Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 24 km with an estimated travel time of 48 minutes across 21 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Purple Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at Central Secretariat. Nehru Place station has been operational since 2015. Dilshad Garden station opened in 2018.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~48 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 54
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 49
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Nehru Place
Purple Line
→
Next:
kailash_colony
(2 min)
2
Kailash Colony
Purple Line
→
Next:
moolchand
(2 min)
3
Moolchand
Purple Line
→
Next:
lajpat_nagar
(1 min)
4
Lajpat Nagar
Purple Line
→
Next:
jangpura
(2 min)
5
Jangpura
Purple Line
→
Next:
jawaharlal_nehru_stadium
(1 min)
6
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
Purple Line
→
Next:
khan_market
(2 min)
7
Khan Market
Purple Line
→
Next:
central_secretariat
(4 min)
8
Central Secretariat
Purple Line
🏁
Terminal Station
9
Central Secretariat
Yellow Line
→
Next:
patel_chowk
(1 min)
10
Patel Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
rajiv_chowk
(2 min)
11
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
new_delhi
(2 min)
12
New Delhi
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chawri_bazar
(1 min)
13
Chawri Bazar
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chandni_chowk
(2 min)
14
Chandni Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
kashmere_gate
(1 min)
15
Kashmere Gate
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
16
Kashmere Gate
Red Line
→
Next:
shastri_park
(4 min)
17
Shastri Park
Red Line
→
Next:
seelampur
(3 min)
18
Seelampur
Red Line
→
Next:
welcome
(2 min)
19
Welcome
Pink Line
→
Next:
shahdara
(4 min)
20
Shahdara
Red Line
→
Next:
mansarovar_park
(0 min)
21
Mansarovar Park
Red Line
→
Next:
jhilmil
(2 min)
22
Jhilmil
Red Line
→
Next:
dilshad_garden
(1 min)
23
Dilshad Garden
Red Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
1.05 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.22 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.75 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.47 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.78 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.50 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
2.19 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
📏
Distance:
0.94 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
🔄
Transfer:
Yellow Line
📏
Distance:
1.17 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.25 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
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:
2.31 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
📏
Distance:
0.00 km
⏱️
Time:
N/A min
📏
Distance:
1.12 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.89 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
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:
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 Nehru Place to Dilshad Garden on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 21 stations on this route, covering 24 km. You need to change trains at Central Secretariat.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Nehru Place?
A: The first metro from Nehru Place 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 Nehru Place to Dilshad Garden by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 48 minutes under normal conditions, covering 24 km across 21 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Nehru Place to Dilshad Garden?
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 Nehru Place to Dilshad Garden drops from INR 54 to INR 49.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Nehru Place metro station?
A: Nehru Place is equipped with: Toilets, ATMs. The station has been operational since 2015.
Q: What facilities are available at Dilshad Garden metro station?
A: Dilshad Garden offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2018.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Nehru Place to Dilshad Garden is a 24 km, 48-minute journey with one interchange at Central Secretariat. At INR 54 (or INR 49 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.