🚆 Delhi Metro: Shankar Vihar to Moulsari Avenue

The Delhi Metro journey from Shankar Vihar to Moulsari Avenue involves an interchange at Hauz Khas — from the Magenta Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 26 km with an estimated travel time of 51 minutes across 18 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. Moulsari Avenue station opened in 2013.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~51 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
→ 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: malviya_nagar (3 min)
8

Malviya Nagar

Yellow Line
→ Next: saket (1 min)
9

Saket

Yellow Line
→ Next: qutub_minar (3 min)
10

Qutub Minar

Yellow Line
→ Next: chhatarpur (2 min)
11

Chhatarpur

Yellow Line
→ Next: sultanpur (3 min)
12

Sultanpur

Yellow Line
→ Next: ghitorni (2 min)
13

Ghitorni

Yellow Line
→ Next: arjan_garh (5 min)
14

Arjan Garh

Yellow Line
→ Next: guru_dronacharya (2 min)
15

Guru Dronacharya

Yellow Line
→ Next: sikanderpur (7 min)
16

Sikanderpur

Yellow Line
→ Next: phase_2 (1 min)
17

Phase 2

Silver Line
→ Next: phase_3 (1 min)
18

Phase 3

Silver Line
→ Next: moulsari_avenue (1 min)
19

Moulsari Avenue

Silver Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Shankar Vihar → Vasant Vihar

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
2

Vasant Vihar → Munirka

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

Munirka → Rk Puram

📏 Distance: 1.38 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
4

R K Puram → Iit Delhi

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
5

IIT Delhi → Hauz Khas

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
7

Hauz Khas → Malviya Nagar

📏 Distance: 1.67 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
🔄 Transfer: Yellow Line
8

Malviya Nagar → Saket

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
9

Saket → Qutub Minar

📏 Distance: 1.79 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
10

Qutub Minar → Chhatarpur

📏 Distance: 1.31 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
11

Chhatarpur → Sultanpur

📏 Distance: 1.57 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
12

Sultanpur → Ghitorni

📏 Distance: 1.34 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
13

Ghitorni → Arjan Garh

📏 Distance: 2.70 km
⏱️ Time: 5 min
14

Arjan Garh → Guru Dronacharya

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
15

Guru Dronacharya → Sikanderpur

📏 Distance: 3.94 km
⏱️ Time: 7 min
16

Sikanderpur → Phase 2

📏 Distance: 0.70 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
17

Phase 2 → Phase 3

📏 Distance: 0.68 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
18

Phase 3 → Moulsari Avenue

📏 Distance: 0.80 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Shankar Vihar

Available facilities:
None
🚉

Vasant Vihar

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Munirka

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

R K Puram

Available facilities:
ATMs Toilets
🚉

IIT Delhi

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Malviya Nagar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Saket

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Qutub Minar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Chhatarpur

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Sultanpur

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Ghitorni

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Arjan Garh

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Guru Dronacharya

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Sikanderpur

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators ATMs Toilets
🚉

Phase 2

Available facilities:
Elevators Toilets
🚉

Phase 3

Available facilities:
ATMs Elevators
🚉

Moulsari Avenue

Available facilities:
Toilets 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 Shankar Vihar to Moulsari Avenue on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 18 stations on this route, covering 26 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 Moulsari Avenue by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 51 minutes under normal conditions, covering 26 km across 18 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Shankar Vihar to Moulsari Avenue?
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 Moulsari Avenue 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 Moulsari Avenue metro station?
A: Moulsari Avenue offers: Toilets, Parking. It has been operational since 2013.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Shankar Vihar to Moulsari Avenue is a 26 km, 51-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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