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🚆 Delhi Metro: Rithala to Guru Dronacharya

The Delhi Metro journey from Rithala to Guru Dronacharya involves an interchange at Hauz Khas — from the Red Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 46 km with an estimated travel time of 91 minutes across 26 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Red Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at Hauz Khas. Rithala station has been operational since 2004. Guru Dronacharya station opened in 2010.

🗺️ Delhi Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Delhi Metro route map to plan the journey from Rithala to Guru Dronacharya. It includes the interchange, station-by-station route, travel time, distance and Delhi Metro ticket price in one place. If you are comparing a metro map, metro route map or metro fare before travelling, the route summary below provides the live journey data available for this corridor.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~91 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 64
🎟️ Discounted: INR 58
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Rithala

Red Line
→ Next: rohini_west (2 min)
2

Rohini West

Red Line
→ Next: rohini_east (2 min)
3

Rohini East

Red Line
→ Next: madhuban_chowk_pitampura (1 min)
4

Madhuban Chowk (Pitampura)

Magenta Line
→ Next: deepali_chowk (2 min)
5

Deepali Chowk

Magenta Line
→ Next: krishna_park_extension (10 min)
6

Krishna Park Extension

Magenta Line
→ Next: janakpuri_west (11 min)
7

Janakpuri West

Blue Line
→ Next: dabri_mor_janakpuri_south (3 min)
8

Dabri Mor Janakpuri South

Magenta Line
→ Next: dashrath_puri (3 min)
9

Dashrath Puri

Magenta Line
→ Next: palam (2 min)
10

Palam

Magenta Line
→ Next: sadar_bazar_cantonment (6 min)
11

Sadar Bazar Cantonment

Magenta Line
→ Next: terminal_1_igi_airport (3 min)
12

Terminal 1-IGI Airport

Magenta Line
→ Next: shankar_vihar (3 min)
13

Shankar Vihar

Magenta Line
→ Next: vasant_vihar (4 min)
14

Vasant Vihar

Magenta Line
→ Next: munirka (2 min)
15

Munirka

Magenta Line
→ Next: rk_puram (2 min)
16

R K Puram

Magenta Line
→ Next: iit (1 min)
17

IIT

Magenta Line
→ Next: hauz_khas (3 min)
18

Hauz Khas

Magenta Line
🏁 Terminal Station
19

Hauz Khas

Yellow Line
→ Next: malviya_nagar (3 min)
20

Malviya Nagar

Yellow Line
→ Next: saket (1 min)
21

Saket

Yellow Line
→ Next: qutub_minar (3 min)
22

Qutub Minar

Yellow Line
→ Next: chhatarpur (2 min)
23

Chhatarpur

Yellow Line
→ Next: sultanpur (3 min)
24

Sultanpur

Yellow Line
→ Next: ghitorni (2 min)
25

Ghitorni

Yellow Line
→ Next: arjan_garh (5 min)
26

Arjan Garh

Yellow Line
→ Next: guru_dronacharya (2 min)
27

Guru Dronacharya

Yellow Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Rithala → Rohini West

📏 Distance: 1.05 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
2

Rohini West → Rohini East

📏 Distance: 1.29 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

Rohini East → Madhuban Chowk Pitampura

📏 Distance: 0.64 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
4

Madhuban Chowk (Pitampura) → Deepali Chowk

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
5

Deepali Chowk → Krishna Park Extension

📏 Distance: 5.39 km
⏱️ Time: 10 min
6

Krishna Park Extension → Janakpuri West

📏 Distance: 5.57 km
⏱️ Time: 11 min
7

Janakpuri West → Dabri Mor Janakpuri South

📏 Distance: 1.58 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
8

Dabri Mor Janakpuri South → Dashrath Puri

📏 Distance: 1.51 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
9

Dashrath Puri → Palam

📏 Distance: 1.48 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
10

Palam → Sadar Bazar Cantonment

📏 Distance: 3.07 km
⏱️ Time: 6 min
11

Sadar Bazar Cantonment → Terminal 1 Igi Airport

📏 Distance: 1.70 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
12

Terminal 1-IGI Airport → Shankar Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.82 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
13

Shankar Vihar → Vasant Vihar

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
14

Vasant Vihar → Munirka

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
15

Munirka → Rk Puram

📏 Distance: 1.38 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
16

R K Puram → Iit

📏 Distance: 0.69 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
17

IIT → Hauz Khas

📏 Distance: 1.51 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
19

Hauz Khas → Malviya Nagar

📏 Distance: 1.67 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
🔄 Transfer: Yellow Line
20

Malviya Nagar → Saket

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
21

Saket → Qutub Minar

📏 Distance: 1.79 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
22

Qutub Minar → Chhatarpur

📏 Distance: 1.31 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
23

Chhatarpur → Sultanpur

📏 Distance: 1.57 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
24

Sultanpur → Ghitorni

📏 Distance: 1.34 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
25

Ghitorni → Arjan Garh

📏 Distance: 2.70 km
⏱️ Time: 5 min
26

Arjan Garh → Guru Dronacharya

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Rithala

Available facilities:
Parking ATMs Toilets
🚉

Rohini West

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Rohini East

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Janakpuri West

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators ATMs Toilets
🚉

Dashrath Puri

Available facilities:
Elevators
🚉

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
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Malviya Nagar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Saket

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Qutub Minar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Chhatarpur

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Sultanpur

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Ghitorni

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Arjan Garh

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Guru Dronacharya

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 Rithala to Guru Dronacharya on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 26 stations on this route, covering 46 km. You need to change trains at Hauz Khas.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Rithala?
A: The first metro from Rithala 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 Rithala to Guru Dronacharya by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 91 minutes under normal conditions, covering 46 km across 26 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Rithala to Guru Dronacharya?
A: The standard token fare is INR 64. With a smart card, you pay INR 58 (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 Rithala to Guru Dronacharya drops from INR 64 to INR 58.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Rithala metro station?
A: Rithala is equipped with: Parking, ATMs, Toilets. The station has been operational since 2004.

Q: What facilities are available at Guru Dronacharya metro station?
A: Guru Dronacharya offers: Parking. It has been operational since 2010.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Rithala to Guru Dronacharya is a 46 km, 91-minute journey with one interchange at Hauz Khas. At INR 64 (or INR 58 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.

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