🚆 Delhi Metro: New Ashok Nagar to Shahdara
The Delhi Metro journey from New Ashok Nagar to Shahdara involves an interchange at Karkarduma — from the Blue Line to the Pink Line. Total distance is 16 km with an estimated travel time of 31 minutes across 14 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Blue Line, with an interchange to the Pink Line at Karkarduma. New Ashok Nagar station has been operational since 2009. Shahdara station opened in 2018.
⏰ Operating Hours
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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:
~31 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 43
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 39
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
New Ashok Nagar
Blue Line
→
Next:
mayur_vihar_ext
(1 min)
2
Mayur Vihar Extension
Blue Line
→
Next:
mayur_vihar_phase_1
(2 min)
3
Mayur Vihar Phase-1
Blue Line
→
Next:
akshardham
(3 min)
4
Akshardham
Blue Line
→
Next:
yamuna_bank
(2 min)
5
Yamuna Bank
Blue Line
→
Next:
laxmi_nagar
(2 min)
6
Laxmi Nagar
Blue Line
→
Next:
nirman_vihar
(2 min)
7
Nirman Vihar
Blue Line
→
Next:
preet_vihar
(2 min)
8
Preet Vihar
Blue Line
→
Next:
karkarduma
(2 min)
9
Karkarduma
Blue Line
🏁
Terminal Station
10
Karkarduma
Pink Line
→
Next:
karkarduma_court
(2 min)
11
Karkarduma Court
Pink Line
→
Next:
krishna_nagar
(1 min)
12
Krishna Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
east_azad_nagar
(1 min)
13
East Azad Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
welcome
(2 min)
14
Welcome
Pink Line
🏁
Terminal Station
15
Welcome
Red Line
→
Next:
shahdara
(4 min)
16
Shahdara
Red Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
0.91 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.22 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.83 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.27 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.25 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.12 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.01 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.24 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.13 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
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Transfer:
Pink Line
📏
Distance:
0.74 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.91 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.04 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
2.31 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
🔄
Transfer:
Red Line
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
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 New Ashok Nagar to Shahdara on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 14 stations on this route, covering 16 km. You need to change trains at Karkarduma.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from New Ashok Nagar?
A: The first metro from New Ashok 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 New Ashok Nagar to Shahdara by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 31 minutes under normal conditions, covering 16 km across 14 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from New Ashok Nagar to Shahdara?
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 New Ashok Nagar to Shahdara drops from INR 43 to INR 39.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at New Ashok Nagar metro station?
A: New Ashok Nagar is equipped with: Parking. The station has been operational since 2009.
Q: What facilities are available at Shahdara metro station?
A: Shahdara offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2018.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from New Ashok Nagar to Shahdara is a 16 km, 31-minute journey with one interchange at Karkarduma. At INR 43 (or INR 39 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.