🚆 Delhi Metro: R K Ashram Marg to Shankar Vihar
The Delhi Metro journey from R K Ashram Marg to Shankar Vihar involves an interchange at R K Ashram Marg — from the Blue 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 Blue Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at R K Ashram Marg. R K Ashram Marg station has been operational since 2005. Shankar Vihar station opened in 2018.
⏰ Operating Hours
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First Train:
6:00 AM
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Last Train:
11:00 PM
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Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
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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
R K Ashram Marg
Blue Line
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Terminal Station
2
R K Ashram Marg
Yellow Line
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Next:
rajiv_chowk
(2 min)
3
Rajiv Chowk
Blue Line
🏁
Terminal Station
4
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line
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Next:
patel_chowk
(2 min)
5
Patel Chowk
Yellow Line
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Next:
central_secretariat
(1 min)
6
Central Secretariat
Yellow Line
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Next:
udyog_bhawan
(0 min)
7
Udyog Bhawan
Yellow Line
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Next:
lok_kalyan_marg
(2 min)
8
Lok Kalyan Marg
Yellow Line
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Next:
jor_bagh
(2 min)
9
Jor Bagh
Yellow Line
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Next:
ina
(2 min)
10
INA
Yellow Line
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Next:
aiims
(1 min)
11
AIIMS
Yellow Line
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Next:
green_park
(1 min)
12
Green Park
Yellow Line
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Next:
hauz_khas
(3 min)
13
Hauz Khas
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
14
Hauz Khas
Magenta Line
→
Next:
iit_delhi
(2 min)
15
IIT Delhi
Magenta Line
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Next:
rk_puram
(1 min)
16
R K Puram
Magenta Line
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Next:
munirka
(2 min)
17
Munirka
Magenta Line
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Next:
vasant_vihar
(2 min)
18
Vasant Vihar
Magenta Line
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Next:
shankar_vihar
(4 min)
19
Shankar Vihar
Magenta Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
1.26 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Yellow Line
📏
Distance:
1.17 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Yellow Line
📏
Distance:
0.94 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.49 km
⏱️
Time:
N/A min
📏
Distance:
1.45 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.31 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.30 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.77 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.89 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.76 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.27 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Magenta Line
📏
Distance:
0.92 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.38 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.27 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
2.05 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Elevators
Available facilities:
ATMs
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
None
💡 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 R K Ashram Marg to Shankar Vihar on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 16 stations on this route, covering 18 km. You need to change trains at R K Ashram Marg.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from R K Ashram Marg?
A: The first metro from R K Ashram Marg 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 R K Ashram Marg to Shankar Vihar 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 R K Ashram Marg to Shankar Vihar?
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 R K Ashram Marg to Shankar Vihar drops from INR 43 to INR 39.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at R K Ashram Marg metro station?
A: R K Ashram Marg is equipped with: Toilets. The station has been operational since 2005.
Q: What facilities are available at Shankar Vihar metro station?
A: Shankar Vihar offers: None. It has been operational since 2018.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from R K Ashram Marg to Shankar Vihar is a 18 km, 36-minute journey with one interchange at R K Ashram Marg. At INR 43 (or INR 39 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.