🚆 Delhi Metro: Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Tagore Garden

The Delhi Metro journey from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Tagore Garden involves an interchange at Janakpuri West — from the Magenta Line to the Blue Line. Total distance is 13 km with an estimated travel time of 26 minutes across 10 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Magenta Line, with an interchange to the Blue Line at Janakpuri West. Terminal 1-IGI Airport station has been operational since 2018. Tagore Garden station opened in 2005.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~26 minutes

💰 Fare Information

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

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Terminal 1-IGI Airport

Magenta Line
→ Next: sadar_bazar_cantonment (3 min)
2

Sadar Bazar Cantonment

Magenta Line
→ Next: palam (6 min)
3

Palam

Magenta Line
→ Next: dashrath_puri (2 min)
4

Dashrath Puri

Magenta Line
→ Next: dabri_mor (3 min)
5

Dabri Mor

Magenta Line
→ Next: janakpuri_west (3 min)
6

Janakpuri West

Magenta Line
🏁 Terminal Station
7

Janakpuri West

Blue Line
→ Next: janakpuri_east (1 min)
8

Janakpuri East

Blue Line
→ Next: tilak_nagar (2 min)
9

Tilak Nagar

Blue Line
→ Next: subhash_nagar (1 min)
10

Subhash Nagar

Blue Line
→ Next: tagore_garden (1 min)
11

Tagore Garden

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Terminal 1-IGI Airport → Sadar Bazar Cantonment

📏 Distance: 1.70 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
2

Sadar Bazar Cantonment → Palam

📏 Distance: 3.07 km
⏱️ Time: 6 min
3

Palam → Dashrath Puri

📏 Distance: 1.48 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
4

Dashrath Puri → Dabri Mor

📏 Distance: 1.53 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
5

Dabri Mor → Janakpuri West

📏 Distance: 1.67 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
7

Janakpuri West → Janakpuri East

📏 Distance: 0.96 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
🔄 Transfer: Blue Line
8

Janakpuri East → Tilak Nagar

📏 Distance: 1.03 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
9

Tilak Nagar → Subhash Nagar

📏 Distance: 0.93 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
10

Subhash Nagar → Tagore Garden

📏 Distance: 0.86 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

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

💡 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 Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Tagore Garden on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 10 stations on this route, covering 13 km. You need to change trains at Janakpuri West.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Terminal 1-IGI Airport?
A: The first metro from Terminal 1-IGI Airport 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 Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Tagore Garden by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 26 minutes under normal conditions, covering 13 km across 10 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Tagore Garden?
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 Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Tagore Garden drops from INR 43 to INR 39.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Terminal 1-IGI Airport metro station?
A: Terminal 1-IGI Airport is equipped with: Toilets. The station has been operational since 2018.

Q: What facilities are available at Tagore Garden metro station?
A: Tagore Garden offers: Toilets. It has been operational since 2005.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Tagore Garden is a 13 km, 26-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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