🚆 Delhi Metro: Shastri Nagar to Vaishali
The Delhi Metro journey from Shastri Nagar to Vaishali involves an interchange at Welcome — from the Red Line to the Pink Line. Total distance is 17 km with an estimated travel time of 33 minutes across 15 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Red Line, with an interchange to the Pink Line at Welcome. Shastri Nagar station has been operational since 2019. Vaishali station opened in 2011.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
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Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~33 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 43
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 39
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Shastri Nagar
Red Line
→
Next:
pratap_nagar
(3 min)
2
Pratap Nagar
Red Line
→
Next:
pulbangash
(1 min)
3
Pulbangash
Red Line
→
Next:
tis_hazari
(1 min)
4
Tis Hazari
Red Line
→
Next:
kashmere_gate
(2 min)
5
Kashmere Gate
Yellow Line
→
Next:
shastri_park
(4 min)
6
Shastri Park
Red Line
→
Next:
seelampur
(3 min)
7
Seelampur
Red Line
→
Next:
welcome
(2 min)
8
Welcome
Red Line
🏁
Terminal Station
9
Welcome
Pink Line
→
Next:
east_azad_nagar
(2 min)
10
East Azad Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
krishna_nagar
(1 min)
11
Krishna Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
karkarduma_court
(1 min)
12
Karkarduma Court
Pink Line
→
Next:
karkarduma
(2 min)
13
Karkarduma
Pink Line
🏁
Terminal Station
14
Karkarduma
Blue Line
→
Next:
anand_vihar
(2 min)
15
Anand Vihar
Blue Line
→
Next:
kaushambi
(1 min)
16
Kaushambi
Blue Line
→
Next:
vaishali
(3 min)
17
Vaishali
Blue Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
1.71 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
0.83 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.91 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.13 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
2.15 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
📏
Distance:
1.63 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.08 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.04 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Pink Line
📏
Distance:
0.91 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.74 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.13 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.02 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Blue Line
📏
Distance:
0.84 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.57 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Toilets
Elevators
Escalators
Security Check
Customer Care
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
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 Shastri Nagar to Vaishali on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 15 stations on this route, covering 17 km. You need to change trains at Welcome.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Shastri Nagar?
A: The first metro from Shastri Nagar 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 Shastri Nagar to Vaishali by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 33 minutes under normal conditions, covering 17 km across 15 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Shastri Nagar to Vaishali?
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 Shastri Nagar to Vaishali drops from INR 43 to INR 39.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Shastri Nagar metro station?
A: Shastri Nagar is equipped with: Parking. The station has been operational since 2019.
Q: What facilities are available at Vaishali metro station?
A: Vaishali offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2011.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Shastri Nagar to Vaishali is a 17 km, 33-minute journey with one interchange at Welcome. At INR 43 (or INR 39 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.