🚆 Delhi Metro: Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Qutub Minar
The Delhi Metro journey from Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Qutub Minar involves an interchange at Hauz Khas — from the Magenta Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 18 km with an estimated travel time of 36 minutes across 16 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Magenta Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at Hauz Khas. Okhla Bird Sanctuary station has been operational since 2018. Qutub Minar station opened in 2010.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~36 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 43
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 39
💳
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
→
Next:
nehru_enclave
(1 min)
9
Nehru Enclave
Magenta Line
→
Next:
greater_kailash
(2 min)
10
Greater Kailash
Magenta Line
→
Next:
chirag_delhi
(1 min)
11
Chirag Delhi
Magenta Line
→
Next:
panchsheel_park
(1 min)
12
Panchsheel Park
Magenta Line
→
Next:
hauz_khas
(2 min)
13
Hauz Khas
Magenta Line
🏁
Terminal Station
14
Hauz Khas
Yellow Line
→
Next:
malviya_nagar
(3 min)
15
Malviya Nagar
Yellow Line
→
Next:
saket
(1 min)
16
Saket
Yellow Line
→
Next:
qutub_minar
(3 min)
17
Qutub Minar
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
1.58 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.37 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.74 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
0.59 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.14 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.16 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.79 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.88 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.34 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.87 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.88 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.40 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.67 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🔄
Transfer:
Yellow Line
📏
Distance:
0.92 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.79 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
💡 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 Qutub Minar on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 16 stations on this route, covering 18 km. You need to change trains at Hauz Khas.
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 Qutub Minar by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 36 minutes under normal conditions, covering 18 km across 16 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Qutub Minar?
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 Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Qutub Minar drops from INR 43 to INR 39.
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 Qutub Minar metro station?
A: Qutub Minar offers: Parking. It has been operational since 2010.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Okhla Bird Sanctuary to Qutub Minar is a 18 km, 36-minute journey with one interchange at Hauz Khas. At INR 43 (or INR 39 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.