🚆 Delhi Metro: Sarai to AIIMS

The Delhi Metro journey from Sarai to AIIMS involves an interchange at Kalkaji Mandir — from the Purple Line to the Magenta Line. Total distance is 18 km with an estimated travel time of 35 minutes across 16 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Purple Line, with an interchange to the Magenta Line at Kalkaji Mandir. Sarai station has been operational since 2010. AIIMS station opened in 2005.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~35 minutes

💰 Fare Information

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

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Sarai

Purple Line
→ Next: badarpur_border (3 min)
2

Badarpur Border

Purple Line
→ Next: tughlakabad (2 min)
3

Tughlakabad

Purple Line
→ Next: mohan_estate (3 min)
4

Mohan Estate

Purple Line
→ Next: sarita_vihar (2 min)
5

Sarita Vihar

Purple Line
→ Next: jasola_apollo (2 min)
6

Jasola Apollo

Purple Line
→ Next: harkesh_nagar_okhla (1 min)
7

Harkesh Nagar Okhla

Purple Line
→ Next: govind_puri (2 min)
8

Govind Puri

Purple Line
→ Next: kalkaji_mandir (1 min)
9

Kalkaji Mandir

Purple Line
🏁 Terminal Station
10

Kalkaji Mandir

Magenta Line
→ Next: nehru_enclave (1 min)
11

Nehru Enclave

Magenta Line
→ Next: greater_kailash (2 min)
12

Greater Kailash

Magenta Line
→ Next: chirag_delhi (1 min)
13

Chirag Delhi

Magenta Line
→ Next: panchsheel_park (1 min)
14

Panchsheel Park

Magenta Line
→ Next: hauz_khas (2 min)
15

Hauz Khas

Magenta Line
🏁 Terminal Station
16

Hauz Khas

Yellow Line
→ Next: green_park (3 min)
17

Green Park

Yellow Line
→ Next: aiims (1 min)
18

AIIMS

Yellow Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Sarai → Badarpur Border

📏 Distance: 1.70 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
2

Badarpur Border → Tughlakabad

📏 Distance: 1.09 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

Tughlakabad → Mohan Estate

📏 Distance: 1.94 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
4

Mohan Estate → Sarita Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.20 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
5

Sarita Vihar → Jasola Apollo

📏 Distance: 1.15 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

Jasola Apollo → Harkesh Nagar Okhla

📏 Distance: 0.97 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
7

Harkesh Nagar Okhla → Govind Puri

📏 Distance: 1.06 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
8

Govind Puri → Kalkaji Mandir

📏 Distance: 0.75 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
10

Kalkaji Mandir → Nehru Enclave

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
🔄 Transfer: Magenta Line
11

Nehru Enclave → Greater Kailash

📏 Distance: 1.34 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
12

Greater Kailash → Chirag Delhi

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
13

Chirag Delhi → Panchsheel Park

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
14

Panchsheel Park → Hauz Khas

📏 Distance: 1.40 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
16

Hauz Khas → Green Park

📏 Distance: 1.76 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
🔄 Transfer: Yellow Line
17

Green Park → Aiims

📏 Distance: 0.89 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Sarai

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Badarpur Border

Available facilities:
Parking ATMs
🚉

Tughlakabad

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Mohan Estate

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Sarita Vihar

Available facilities:
Parking ATMs
🚉

Jasola Apollo

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Harkesh Nagar Okhla

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Govind Puri

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Kalkaji Mandir

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Kalkaji Mandir

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Nehru Enclave

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Greater Kailash

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Chirag Delhi

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Panchsheel Park

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Green Park

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

AIIMS

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 Sarai to AIIMS on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 16 stations on this route, covering 18 km. You need to change trains at Kalkaji Mandir.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Sarai?
A: The first metro from Sarai 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 Sarai to AIIMS by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 35 minutes under normal conditions, covering 18 km across 16 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Sarai to AIIMS?
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 Sarai to AIIMS drops from INR 43 to INR 39.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Sarai metro station?
A: Sarai is equipped with: Toilets. The station has been operational since 2010.

Q: What facilities are available at AIIMS metro station?
A: AIIMS offers: Parking. It has been operational since 2005.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Sarai to AIIMS is a 18 km, 35-minute journey with one interchange at Kalkaji Mandir. 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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