🚆 Delhi Metro: Shankar Vihar to Shadipur

The Delhi Metro journey from Shankar Vihar to Shadipur involves an interchange at Janakpuri West — from the Magenta Line to the Blue Line. Total distance is 20 km with an estimated travel time of 40 minutes across 16 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Magenta Line, with an interchange to the Blue Line at Janakpuri West. Shankar Vihar station has been operational since 2018. Shadipur station opened in 2005.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~40 minutes

💰 Fare Information

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

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Shankar Vihar

Magenta Line
→ Next: terminal_1_igi_airport (3 min)
2

Terminal 1-IGI Airport

Magenta Line
→ Next: sadar_bazar_cantonment (3 min)
3

Sadar Bazar Cantonment

Magenta Line
→ Next: palam (6 min)
4

Palam

Magenta Line
→ Next: dashrath_puri (2 min)
5

Dashrath Puri

Magenta Line
→ Next: dabri_mor (3 min)
6

Dabri Mor

Magenta Line
→ Next: janakpuri_west (3 min)
7

Janakpuri West

Magenta Line
🏁 Terminal Station
8

Janakpuri West

Blue Line
→ Next: janakpuri_east (1 min)
9

Janakpuri East

Blue Line
→ Next: tilak_nagar (2 min)
10

Tilak Nagar

Blue Line
→ Next: subhash_nagar (1 min)
11

Subhash Nagar

Blue Line
→ Next: tagore_garden (1 min)
12

Tagore Garden

Blue Line
→ Next: rajouri_garden (2 min)
13

Rajouri Garden

Pink Line
→ Next: ramesh_nagar (1 min)
14

Ramesh Nagar

Blue Line
→ Next: moti_nagar (2 min)
15

Moti Nagar

Blue Line
→ Next: kirti_nagar (1 min)
16

Kirti Nagar

Blue Line
→ Next: shadipur (1 min)
17

Shadipur

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Shankar Vihar → Terminal 1 Igi Airport

📏 Distance: 1.82 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
2

Terminal 1-IGI Airport → Sadar Bazar Cantonment

📏 Distance: 1.70 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
3

Sadar Bazar Cantonment → Palam

📏 Distance: 3.07 km
⏱️ Time: 6 min
4

Palam → Dashrath Puri

📏 Distance: 1.48 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
5

Dashrath Puri → Dabri Mor

📏 Distance: 1.53 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
6

Dabri Mor → Janakpuri West

📏 Distance: 1.67 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
8

Janakpuri West → Janakpuri East

📏 Distance: 0.96 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
🔄 Transfer: Blue Line
9

Janakpuri East → Tilak Nagar

📏 Distance: 1.03 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
10

Tilak Nagar → Subhash Nagar

📏 Distance: 0.93 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
11

Subhash Nagar → Tagore Garden

📏 Distance: 0.86 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
12

Tagore Garden → Rajouri Garden

📏 Distance: 1.12 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
13

Rajouri Garden → Ramesh Nagar

📏 Distance: 0.96 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
14

Ramesh Nagar → Moti Nagar

📏 Distance: 1.22 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
15

Moti Nagar → Kirti Nagar

📏 Distance: 0.84 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
16

Kirti Nagar → Shadipur

📏 Distance: 0.85 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Shankar Vihar

Available facilities:
None
🚉

Terminal 1-IGI Airport

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Sadar Bazar Cantonment

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Palam

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Dashrath Puri

Available facilities:
Elevators
🚉

Dabri Mor

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Janakpuri West

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators ATMs Toilets
🚉

Janakpuri West

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators ATMs Toilets
🚉

Janakpuri East

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Tilak Nagar

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Subhash Nagar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Tagore Garden

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Rajouri Garden

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Ramesh Nagar

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Moti Nagar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Kirti Nagar

Available facilities:
ATMs Toilets
🚉

Shadipur

Available facilities:
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 Shankar Vihar to Shadipur on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 16 stations on this route, covering 20 km. You need to change trains at Janakpuri West.

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 Shadipur by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 40 minutes under normal conditions, covering 20 km across 16 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Shankar Vihar to Shadipur?
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 Shankar Vihar to Shadipur drops from INR 43 to INR 39.

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 Shadipur metro station?
A: Shadipur offers: Toilets. It has been operational since 2005.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Shankar Vihar to Shadipur is a 20 km, 40-minute journey with one interchange at Janakpuri West. 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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