🚆 Delhi Metro: Sector 55-56 to IIT Delhi

The Delhi Metro journey from Sector 55-56 to IIT Delhi involves an interchange at Hauz Khas — from the Silver Line to the Magenta Line. Total distance is 27 km with an estimated travel time of 54 minutes across 18 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Silver Line, with an interchange to the Magenta Line at Hauz Khas. Sector 55-56 station has been operational since 2013. IIT Delhi station opened in 2018.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 05:45 AM
🌙 Last Train: 12:05 AM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~54 minutes

💰 Fare Information

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

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Sector 55-56

Silver Line
→ Next: sector_54_chowk (2 min)
2

Sector 54 Chowk

Silver Line
→ Next: sector_53_54 (3 min)
3

Sector 53-54

Silver Line
→ Next: sector_42_43 (2 min)
4

Sector 42-43

Silver Line
→ Next: phase_1 (3 min)
5

Phase 1

Silver Line
→ Next: phase_3 (4 min)
6

Phase 3

Silver Line
→ Next: phase_2 (1 min)
7

Phase 2

Silver Line
→ Next: sikanderpur (1 min)
8

Sikanderpur

Yellow Line
→ Next: guru_dronacharya (7 min)
9

Guru Dronacharya

Yellow Line
→ Next: arjan_garh (2 min)
10

Arjan Garh

Yellow Line
→ Next: ghitorni (5 min)
11

Ghitorni

Yellow Line
→ Next: sultanpur (2 min)
12

Sultanpur

Yellow Line
→ Next: chhatarpur (3 min)
13

Chhatarpur

Yellow Line
→ Next: qutub_minar (2 min)
14

Qutub Minar

Yellow Line
→ Next: saket (3 min)
15

Saket

Yellow Line
→ Next: malviya_nagar (1 min)
16

Malviya Nagar

Yellow Line
→ Next: hauz_khas (3 min)
17

Hauz Khas

Yellow Line
🏁 Terminal Station
18

Hauz Khas

Magenta Line
→ Next: iit_delhi (2 min)
19

IIT Delhi

Magenta Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Sector 55-56 → Sector 54 Chowk

📏 Distance: 1.05 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
2

Sector 54 Chowk → Sector 53 54

📏 Distance: 1.57 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
3

Sector 53-54 → Sector 42 43

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
4

Sector 42-43 → Phase 1

📏 Distance: 1.57 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
5

Phase 1 → Phase 3

📏 Distance: 2.49 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
6

Phase 3 → Phase 2

📏 Distance: 0.68 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
7

Phase 2 → Sikanderpur

📏 Distance: 0.70 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

Sikanderpur → Guru Dronacharya

📏 Distance: 3.94 km
⏱️ Time: 7 min
9

Guru Dronacharya → Arjan Garh

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
10

Arjan Garh → Ghitorni

📏 Distance: 2.70 km
⏱️ Time: 5 min
11

Ghitorni → Sultanpur

📏 Distance: 1.34 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
12

Sultanpur → Chhatarpur

📏 Distance: 1.57 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
13

Chhatarpur → Qutub Minar

📏 Distance: 1.31 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
14

Qutub Minar → Saket

📏 Distance: 1.79 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
15

Saket → Malviya Nagar

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
16

Malviya Nagar → Hauz Khas

📏 Distance: 1.67 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
18

Hauz Khas → Iit Delhi

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

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Sector 55-56

Available facilities:
Toilets Elevators
🚉

Sector 54 Chowk

Available facilities:
Toilets Elevators
🚉

Sector 53-54

Available facilities:
Parking ATMs
🚉

Sector 42-43

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Phase 1

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators
🚉

Phase 3

Available facilities:
ATMs Elevators
🚉

Phase 2

Available facilities:
Elevators Toilets
🚉

Sikanderpur

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators ATMs Toilets
🚉

Guru Dronacharya

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Arjan Garh

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Ghitorni

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Sultanpur

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Chhatarpur

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Qutub Minar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Saket

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Malviya Nagar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

IIT Delhi

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators

💡 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 Sector 55-56 to IIT Delhi on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 18 stations on this route, covering 27 km. You need to change trains at Hauz Khas.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Sector 55-56?
A: The first metro from Sector 55-56 departs at 05:45 AM and the last train is at 12:05 AM. (Source: Official metro timings)

Q: How long does it take from Sector 55-56 to IIT Delhi by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 54 minutes under normal conditions, covering 27 km across 18 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Sector 55-56 to IIT Delhi?
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 Sector 55-56 to IIT Delhi drops from INR 54 to INR 49.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Sector 55-56 metro station?
A: Sector 55-56 is equipped with: Toilets, Elevators. The station has been operational since 2013.

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

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Sector 55-56 to IIT Delhi is a 27 km, 54-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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