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🚆 Delhi Metro: Shankar Vihar to Tughlakabad Station

The Delhi Metro journey from Shankar Vihar to Tughlakabad Station involves an interchange at Kalkaji Mandir — from the Magenta Line to the Violet Line. Total distance is 19 km with an estimated travel time of 38 minutes across 17 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Magenta Line, with an interchange to the Violet Line at Kalkaji Mandir. Shankar Vihar station has been operational since 2018.

🗺️ Delhi Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Delhi Metro route map to plan the journey from Shankar Vihar to Tughlakabad Station. It includes the interchange, station-by-station route, travel time, distance and Delhi Metro ticket price in one place. If you are comparing a metro map, metro route map or metro fare before travelling, the route summary below provides the live journey data available for this corridor.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~38 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: 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 (1 min)
5

IIT

Magenta Line
→ Next: hauz_khas (3 min)
6

Hauz Khas

Magenta Line
→ Next: panchsheel_park (2 min)
7

Panchsheel Park

Magenta Line
→ Next: chirag_delhi (1 min)
8

Chirag Delhi

Magenta Line
→ Next: greater_kailash (1 min)
9

Greater Kailash

Magenta Line
→ Next: nehru_enclave (2 min)
10

Nehru Enclave

Magenta Line
→ Next: kalkaji_mandir (1 min)
11

Kalkaji Mandir

Magenta Line
🏁 Terminal Station
12

Kalkaji Mandir

Violet Line
→ Next: govind_puri (1 min)
13

Govind Puri

Violet Line
→ Next: harkesh_nagar_okhla (2 min)
14

Harkesh Nagar Okhla

Violet Line
→ Next: jasola_apollo (1 min)
15

Jasola Apollo

Violet Line
→ Next: sarita_vihar (2 min)
16

Sarita Vihar

Violet Line
→ Next: mohan_estate (2 min)
17

Mohan Estate

Violet Line
→ Next: tughlakabad_station (3 min)
18

Tughlakabad Station

Violet 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

📏 Distance: 0.69 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
5

IIT → Hauz Khas

📏 Distance: 1.51 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
6

Hauz Khas → Panchsheel Park

📏 Distance: 1.40 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
7

Panchsheel Park → Chirag Delhi

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

Chirag Delhi → Greater Kailash

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
9

Greater Kailash → Nehru Enclave

📏 Distance: 1.34 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
10

Nehru Enclave → Kalkaji Mandir

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
12

Kalkaji Mandir → Govind Puri

📏 Distance: 0.75 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
🔄 Transfer: Violet Line
13

Govind Puri → Harkesh Nagar Okhla

📏 Distance: 1.06 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
14

Harkesh Nagar Okhla → Jasola Apollo

📏 Distance: 0.97 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
15

Jasola Apollo → Sarita Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.15 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
16

Sarita Vihar → Mohan Estate

📏 Distance: 1.20 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
17

Mohan Estate → Tughlakabad Station

📏 Distance: 1.93 km
⏱️ Time: 3 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
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Panchsheel Park

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Chirag Delhi

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Greater Kailash

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Nehru Enclave

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Kalkaji Mandir

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Kalkaji Mandir

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Govind Puri

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Harkesh Nagar Okhla

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Jasola Apollo

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Sarita Vihar

Available facilities:
Parking ATMs
🚉

Mohan Estate

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 Tughlakabad Station on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 17 stations on this route, covering 19 km. You need to change trains at Kalkaji Mandir.

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 Tughlakabad Station by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 38 minutes under normal conditions, covering 19 km across 17 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Shankar Vihar to Tughlakabad Station?
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 Tughlakabad Station 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 Tughlakabad Station metro station?
A: Tughlakabad Station has standard metro facilities.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Shankar Vihar to Tughlakabad Station is a 19 km, 38-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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