🚆 Delhi Metro: Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Nehru Place

The Delhi Metro journey from Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Nehru Place involves an interchange at Kalkaji Mandir — from the Magenta Line to the Purple Line. Total distance is 9 km with an estimated travel time of 18 minutes across 9 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Magenta Line, with an interchange to the Purple Line at Kalkaji Mandir. Okhla Bird Sanctuary station has been operational since 2018. Nehru Place station opened in 2015.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
Journey Time: ~18 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 32
🎟️ Discounted: INR 29
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Okhla Bird Sanctuary

Magenta Line
Next: kalindi_kunj (3 min)
2

Kalindi Kunj

Magenta Line
Next: jasola_vihar_shaheen_bagh (2 min)
3

Jasola Vihar Shaheen Bagh

Magenta Line
Next: okhla_vihar (3 min)
4

Okhla Vihar

Magenta Line
Next: jamia_millia_islamia (1 min)
5

Jamia Millia Islamia

Magenta Line
Next: sukhdev_vihar (2 min)
6

Sukhdev Vihar

Magenta Line
Next: okhla_nsic (2 min)
7

Okhla NSIC

Magenta Line
Next: kalkaji_mandir (1 min)
8

Kalkaji Mandir

Magenta Line
🏁 Terminal Station
9

Kalkaji Mandir

Purple Line
Next: nehru_place (1 min)
10

Nehru Place

Purple Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Okhla Bird Sanctuary → Kalindi Kunj

📏 Distance: 1.58 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
2

Kalindi Kunj → Jasola Vihar Shaheen Bagh

📏 Distance: 1.37 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

Jasola Vihar Shaheen Bagh → Okhla Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.74 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
4

Okhla Vihar → Jamia Millia Islamia

📏 Distance: 0.59 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
5

Jamia Millia Islamia → Sukhdev Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.14 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

Sukhdev Vihar → Okhla Nsic

📏 Distance: 1.16 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
7

Okhla NSIC → Kalkaji Mandir

📏 Distance: 0.79 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
9

Kalkaji Mandir → Nehru Place

📏 Distance: 0.76 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
🔄 Transfer: Purple Line

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Okhla Bird Sanctuary

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Kalindi Kunj

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Jasola Vihar Shaheen Bagh

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Okhla Vihar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Jamia Millia Islamia

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Sukhdev Vihar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Okhla NSIC

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Kalkaji Mandir

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Kalkaji Mandir

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Nehru Place

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs

💡 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 Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Nehru Place on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 9 stations on this route, covering 9 km. You need to change trains at Kalkaji Mandir.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Okhla Bird Sanctuary?
A: The first metro from Okhla Bird Sanctuary 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 Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Nehru Place by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 18 minutes under normal conditions, covering 9 km across 9 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Nehru Place?
A: The standard token fare is INR 32. With a smart card, you pay INR 29 (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 Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Nehru Place drops from INR 32 to INR 29.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Okhla Bird Sanctuary metro station?
A: Okhla Bird Sanctuary is equipped with: Parking, Toilets. The station has been operational since 2018.

Q: What facilities are available at Nehru Place metro station?
A: Nehru Place offers: Toilets, ATMs. It has been operational since 2015.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Nehru Place is a 9 km, 18-minute journey with one interchange at Kalkaji Mandir. At INR 32 (or INR 29 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.

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