🚆 Delhi Metro: Patel Chowk to Palam

The Delhi Metro journey from Patel Chowk to Palam involves an interchange at Hauz Khas — from the Yellow Line to the Magenta Line. Total distance is 22 km with an estimated travel time of 44 minutes across 17 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Yellow Line, with an interchange to the Magenta Line at Hauz Khas. Patel Chowk station has been operational since 2005. Palam station opened in 2018.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
Journey Time: ~44 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 54
🎟️ Discounted: INR 49
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Patel Chowk

Yellow Line
Next: central_secretariat (1 min)
2

Central Secretariat

Yellow Line
Next: udyog_bhawan (0 min)
3

Udyog Bhawan

Yellow Line
Next: lok_kalyan_marg (2 min)
4

Lok Kalyan Marg

Yellow Line
Next: jor_bagh (2 min)
5

Jor Bagh

Yellow Line
Next: ina (2 min)
6

INA

Yellow Line
Next: aiims (1 min)
7

AIIMS

Yellow Line
Next: green_park (1 min)
8

Green Park

Yellow Line
Next: hauz_khas (3 min)
9

Hauz Khas

Yellow Line
🏁 Terminal Station
10

Hauz Khas

Magenta Line
Next: iit_delhi (2 min)
11

IIT Delhi

Magenta Line
Next: rk_puram (1 min)
12

R K Puram

Magenta Line
Next: munirka (2 min)
13

Munirka

Magenta Line
Next: vasant_vihar (2 min)
14

Vasant Vihar

Magenta Line
Next: shankar_vihar (4 min)
15

Shankar Vihar

Magenta Line
Next: terminal_1_igi_airport (3 min)
16

Terminal 1-IGI Airport

Magenta Line
Next: sadar_bazar_cantonment (3 min)
17

Sadar Bazar Cantonment

Magenta Line
Next: palam (6 min)
18

Palam

Magenta Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Patel Chowk → Central Secretariat

📏 Distance: 0.94 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
2

Central Secretariat → Udyog Bhawan

📏 Distance: 0.49 km
⏱️ Time: N/A min
3

Udyog Bhawan → Lok Kalyan Marg

📏 Distance: 1.45 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
4

Lok Kalyan Marg → Jor Bagh

📏 Distance: 1.31 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
5

Jor Bagh → Ina

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

INA → Aiims

📏 Distance: 0.77 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
7

AIIMS → Green Park

📏 Distance: 0.89 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

Green Park → Hauz Khas

📏 Distance: 1.76 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
10

Hauz Khas → Iit Delhi

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
🔄 Transfer: Magenta Line
11

IIT Delhi → Rk Puram

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
12

R K Puram → Munirka

📏 Distance: 1.38 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
13

Munirka → Vasant Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
14

Vasant Vihar → Shankar Vihar

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
15

Shankar Vihar → Terminal 1 Igi Airport

📏 Distance: 1.82 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
16

Terminal 1-IGI Airport → Sadar Bazar Cantonment

📏 Distance: 1.70 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
17

Sadar Bazar Cantonment → Palam

📏 Distance: 3.07 km
⏱️ Time: 6 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Patel Chowk

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Central Secretariat

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Udyog Bhawan

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Lok Kalyan Marg

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Jor Bagh

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

INA

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

AIIMS

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Green Park

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

IIT Delhi

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators
🚉

R K Puram

Available facilities:
ATMs Toilets
🚉

Munirka

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Vasant Vihar

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Shankar Vihar

Available facilities:
None
🚉

Terminal 1-IGI Airport

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Sadar Bazar Cantonment

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Palam

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 Patel Chowk to Palam on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 17 stations on this route, covering 22 km. You need to change trains at Hauz Khas.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Patel Chowk?
A: The first metro from Patel Chowk 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 Patel Chowk to Palam by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 44 minutes under normal conditions, covering 22 km across 17 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Patel Chowk to Palam?
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 Patel Chowk to Palam drops from INR 54 to INR 49.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Patel Chowk metro station?
A: Patel Chowk is equipped with: Toilets. The station has been operational since 2005.

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

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Patel Chowk to Palam is a 22 km, 44-minute journey with one interchange at Hauz Khas. At INR 54 (or INR 49 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.

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