🚆 Delhi Metro: Palam to Greater Kailash

The Magenta Line of the Delhi Metro connects Palam to Greater Kailash without any interchange. This direct route covers 17 km in approximately 33 minutes across 12 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Magenta Line with no line changes required. Palam station has been operational since 2018. Greater Kailash station opened in 2018.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
Journey Time: ~33 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 43
🎟️ Discounted: INR 39
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Palam

Magenta Line
Next: sadar_bazar_cantonment (6 min)
2

Sadar Bazar Cantonment

Magenta Line
Next: terminal_1_igi_airport (3 min)
3

Terminal 1-IGI Airport

Magenta Line
Next: shankar_vihar (3 min)
4

Shankar Vihar

Magenta Line
Next: vasant_vihar (4 min)
5

Vasant Vihar

Magenta Line
Next: munirka (2 min)
6

Munirka

Magenta Line
Next: rk_puram (2 min)
7

R K Puram

Magenta Line
Next: iit_delhi (1 min)
8

IIT Delhi

Magenta Line
Next: hauz_khas (2 min)
9

Hauz Khas

Magenta Line
Next: panchsheel_park (2 min)
10

Panchsheel Park

Magenta Line
Next: chirag_delhi (1 min)
11

Chirag Delhi

Magenta Line
Next: greater_kailash (1 min)
12

Greater Kailash

Magenta Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Palam → Sadar Bazar Cantonment

📏 Distance: 3.07 km
⏱️ Time: 6 min
2

Sadar Bazar Cantonment → Terminal 1 Igi Airport

📏 Distance: 1.70 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
3

Terminal 1-IGI Airport → Shankar Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.82 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
4

Shankar Vihar → Vasant Vihar

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
5

Vasant Vihar → Munirka

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

Munirka → Rk Puram

📏 Distance: 1.38 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
7

R K Puram → Iit Delhi

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

IIT Delhi → Hauz Khas

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
9

Hauz Khas → Panchsheel Park

📏 Distance: 1.40 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
10

Panchsheel Park → Chirag Delhi

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
11

Chirag Delhi → Greater Kailash

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Palam

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Sadar Bazar Cantonment

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Terminal 1-IGI Airport

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Shankar Vihar

Available facilities:
None
🚉

Vasant Vihar

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Munirka

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

R K Puram

Available facilities:
ATMs Toilets
🚉

IIT Delhi

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Panchsheel Park

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Chirag Delhi

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Greater Kailash

Available facilities:
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 Palam to Greater Kailash on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 12 stations on this route, covering 17 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Palam?
A: The first metro from Palam 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 Palam to Greater Kailash by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 33 minutes under normal conditions, covering 17 km across 12 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Palam to Greater Kailash?
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 Palam to Greater Kailash drops from INR 43 to INR 39.

Station Facilities

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

Q: What facilities are available at Greater Kailash metro station?
A: Greater Kailash offers: Toilets. It has been operational since 2018.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Palam to Greater Kailash is a 17 km, 33-minute journey with no line change. At INR 43 (or INR 39 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.

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