🚆 Delhi Metro: Shastri Park to Shankar Vihar
The Delhi Metro journey from Shastri Park to Shankar Vihar involves an interchange at Kashmere Gate — from the Red Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 23 km with an estimated travel time of 46 minutes across 20 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Red Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at Kashmere Gate. Shastri Park station has been operational since 2017. Shankar Vihar station opened in 2018.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~46 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 54
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 49
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Shastri Park
Red Line
→
Next:
kashmere_gate
(4 min)
2
Kashmere Gate
Red Line
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Terminal Station
3
Kashmere Gate
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chandni_chowk
(1 min)
4
Chandni Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chawri_bazar
(2 min)
5
Chawri Bazar
Yellow Line
→
Next:
new_delhi
(1 min)
6
New Delhi
Yellow Line
→
Next:
rajiv_chowk
(2 min)
7
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
patel_chowk
(2 min)
8
Patel Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
central_secretariat
(1 min)
9
Central Secretariat
Yellow Line
→
Next:
udyog_bhawan
(0 min)
10
Udyog Bhawan
Yellow Line
→
Next:
lok_kalyan_marg
(2 min)
11
Lok Kalyan Marg
Yellow Line
→
Next:
jor_bagh
(2 min)
12
Jor Bagh
Yellow Line
→
Next:
ina
(2 min)
13
INA
Yellow Line
→
Next:
aiims
(1 min)
14
AIIMS
Yellow Line
→
Next:
green_park
(1 min)
15
Green Park
Yellow Line
→
Next:
hauz_khas
(3 min)
16
Hauz Khas
Yellow Line
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Terminal Station
17
Hauz Khas
Magenta Line
→
Next:
iit_delhi
(2 min)
18
IIT Delhi
Magenta Line
→
Next:
rk_puram
(1 min)
19
R K Puram
Magenta Line
→
Next:
munirka
(2 min)
20
Munirka
Magenta Line
→
Next:
vasant_vihar
(2 min)
21
Vasant Vihar
Magenta Line
→
Next:
shankar_vihar
(4 min)
22
Shankar Vihar
Magenta Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
2.15 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
📏
Distance:
0.98 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
🔄
Transfer:
Yellow Line
📏
Distance:
1.18 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.64 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.25 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.17 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.94 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.49 km
⏱️
Time:
N/A min
📏
Distance:
1.45 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.31 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.30 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.77 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.89 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.76 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.27 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Magenta Line
📏
Distance:
0.92 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.38 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.27 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
2.05 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
🏢 Station Facilities
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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 Shastri Park to Shankar Vihar on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 20 stations on this route, covering 23 km. You need to change trains at Kashmere Gate.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Shastri Park?
A: The first metro from Shastri Park 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 Park to Shankar Vihar by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 46 minutes under normal conditions, covering 23 km across 20 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Shastri Park to Shankar Vihar?
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 Shastri Park to Shankar Vihar drops from INR 54 to INR 49.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Shastri Park metro station?
A: Shastri Park has standard metro facilities including ticketing counters and waiting areas. The station has been operational since 2017.
Q: What facilities are available at Shankar Vihar metro station?
A: Shankar Vihar offers: None. It has been operational since 2018.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Shastri Park to Shankar Vihar is a 23 km, 46-minute journey with one interchange at Kashmere Gate. At INR 54 (or INR 49 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.