🚆 Delhi Metro: Saket to Botanical Garden

The Delhi Metro journey from Saket to Botanical Garden involves an interchange at Hauz Khas — from the Yellow Line to the Magenta 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 Yellow Line, with an interchange to the Magenta Line at Hauz Khas. Saket station has been operational since 2005. Botanical Garden station opened in 2018.

⏰ 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

Saket

Yellow Line
Next: malviya_nagar (1 min)
2

Malviya Nagar

Yellow Line
Next: hauz_khas (3 min)
3

Hauz Khas

Yellow Line
🏁 Terminal Station
4

Hauz Khas

Magenta Line
Next: panchsheel_park (2 min)
5

Panchsheel Park

Magenta Line
Next: chirag_delhi (1 min)
6

Chirag Delhi

Magenta Line
Next: greater_kailash (1 min)
7

Greater Kailash

Magenta Line
Next: nehru_enclave (2 min)
8

Nehru Enclave

Magenta Line
Next: kalkaji_mandir (1 min)
9

Kalkaji Mandir

Magenta Line
Next: okhla_nsic (1 min)
10

Okhla NSIC

Magenta Line
Next: sukhdev_vihar (2 min)
11

Sukhdev Vihar

Magenta Line
Next: jamia_millia_islamia (2 min)
12

Jamia Millia Islamia

Magenta Line
Next: okhla_vihar (1 min)
13

Okhla Vihar

Magenta Line
Next: jasola_vihar_shaheen_bagh (3 min)
14

Jasola Vihar Shaheen Bagh

Magenta Line
Next: kalindi_kunj (2 min)
15

Kalindi Kunj

Magenta Line
Next: okhla_bird_sanctuary (3 min)
16

Okhla Bird Sanctuary

Magenta Line
Next: botanical_garden (3 min)
17

Botanical Garden

Magenta Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Saket → Malviya Nagar

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
2

Malviya Nagar → Hauz Khas

📏 Distance: 1.67 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
4

Hauz Khas → Panchsheel Park

📏 Distance: 1.40 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
🔄 Transfer: Magenta Line
5

Panchsheel Park → Chirag Delhi

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
6

Chirag Delhi → Greater Kailash

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
7

Greater Kailash → Nehru Enclave

📏 Distance: 1.34 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
8

Nehru Enclave → Kalkaji Mandir

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
9

Kalkaji Mandir → Okhla Nsic

📏 Distance: 0.79 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
10

Okhla NSIC → Sukhdev Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.16 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
11

Sukhdev Vihar → Jamia Millia Islamia

📏 Distance: 1.14 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
12

Jamia Millia Islamia → Okhla Vihar

📏 Distance: 0.59 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
13

Okhla Vihar → Jasola Vihar Shaheen Bagh

📏 Distance: 1.74 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
14

Jasola Vihar Shaheen Bagh → Kalindi Kunj

📏 Distance: 1.37 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
15

Kalindi Kunj → Okhla Bird Sanctuary

📏 Distance: 1.58 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
16

Okhla Bird Sanctuary → Botanical Garden

📏 Distance: 1.75 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Saket

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Malviya Nagar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Panchsheel Park

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Chirag Delhi

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Greater Kailash

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Nehru Enclave

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Kalkaji Mandir

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Okhla NSIC

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Sukhdev Vihar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Jamia Millia Islamia

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Okhla Vihar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Jasola Vihar Shaheen Bagh

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Kalindi Kunj

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Okhla Bird Sanctuary

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Botanical Garden

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators ATMs 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 Saket to Botanical Garden 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 Saket?
A: The first metro from Saket 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 Saket to Botanical Garden 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 Saket to Botanical Garden?
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 Saket to Botanical Garden drops from INR 43 to INR 39.

Station Facilities

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

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

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Saket to Botanical Garden 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.

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