🚆 Delhi Metro: Shankar Vihar to Karkarduma Court
The Delhi Metro journey from Shankar Vihar to Karkarduma Court involves an interchange at Hauz Khas — from the Magenta Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 30 km with an estimated travel time of 59 minutes across 23 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Magenta Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at Hauz Khas. Shankar Vihar station has been operational since 2018. Karkarduma Court station opened in 2010.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
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Journey Time:
~59 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 54
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 49
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Shankar Vihar
Magenta Line
→
Next:
vasant_vihar
(4 min)
2
Vasant Vihar
Magenta Line
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Next:
munirka
(2 min)
3
Munirka
Magenta Line
→
Next:
rk_puram
(2 min)
4
R K Puram
Magenta Line
→
Next:
iit_delhi
(1 min)
5
IIT Delhi
Magenta Line
→
Next:
hauz_khas
(2 min)
6
Hauz Khas
Magenta Line
🏁
Terminal Station
7
Hauz Khas
Yellow Line
→
Next:
green_park
(3 min)
8
Green Park
Yellow Line
→
Next:
aiims
(1 min)
9
AIIMS
Yellow Line
→
Next:
ina
(1 min)
10
INA
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
11
INA
Pink Line
→
Next:
south_extension
(2 min)
12
South Extension
Pink Line
→
Next:
lajpat_nagar
(3 min)
13
Lajpat Nagar
Purple Line
→
Next:
vinobapuri
(2 min)
14
Vinobapuri
Pink Line
→
Next:
ashram
(2 min)
15
Ashram
Pink Line
→
Next:
hazrat_nizamuddin
(3 min)
16
Hazrat Nizamuddin
Pink Line
→
Next:
mayur_vihar_i
(7 min)
17
Mayur Vihar I
Pink Line
→
Next:
mayur_vihar_pocket_i
(1 min)
18
Mayur Vihar Pocket-I
Pink Line
→
Next:
trilokpuri-sanjay_lake
(2 min)
19
Trilokpuri Sanjay Lake
Pink Line
→
Next:
east_vinod_nagar-mayur_vihar_ii
(1 min)
20
East Vinod Nagar Mayur Vihar II
Pink Line
→
Next:
mandawali-west_vinod_nagar
(1 min)
21
Mandawali West Vinod Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
ip_extension
(2 min)
22
Ip Extension
Pink Line
→
Next:
anand_vihar
(3 min)
23
Anand Vihar
Pink Line
🏁
Terminal Station
24
Anand Vihar
Blue Line
→
Next:
karkarduma
(2 min)
25
Karkarduma
Blue Line
🏁
Terminal Station
26
Karkarduma
Pink Line
→
Next:
karkarduma_court
(2 min)
27
Karkarduma Court
Pink Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
2.05 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
📏
Distance:
1.27 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.38 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.92 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.27 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.76 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🔄
Transfer:
Yellow Line
📏
Distance:
0.89 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.77 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.23 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Pink Line
📏
Distance:
1.59 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.47 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.04 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.92 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
3.58 km
⏱️
Time:
7 min
📏
Distance:
0.90 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.32 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.80 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.54 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.00 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.74 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.02 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Blue Line
📏
Distance:
1.13 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Pink Line
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
None
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Toilets
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💡 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 Shankar Vihar to Karkarduma Court on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 23 stations on this route, covering 30 km. You need to change trains at Hauz Khas.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Shankar Vihar?
A: The first metro from Shankar Vihar 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 Shankar Vihar to Karkarduma Court by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 59 minutes under normal conditions, covering 30 km across 23 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Shankar Vihar to Karkarduma Court?
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 Shankar Vihar to Karkarduma Court drops from INR 54 to INR 49.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Shankar Vihar metro station?
A: Shankar Vihar is equipped with: None. The station has been operational since 2018.
Q: What facilities are available at Karkarduma Court metro station?
A: Karkarduma Court offers: Toilets. It has been operational since 2010.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Shankar Vihar to Karkarduma Court is a 30 km, 59-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.