🚆 Delhi Metro: Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Tikri Border
The Delhi Metro journey from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Tikri Border involves an interchange at Janakpuri West — from the Magenta Line to the Blue Line. Total distance is 226 km with an estimated travel time of 451 minutes across 28 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. Tikri Border station opened in 2018.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~451 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 64
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 58
💳
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
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Next:
dashrath_puri
(2 min)
4
Dashrath Puri
Magenta Line
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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
→
Next:
rajouri_garden
(2 min)
12
Rajouri Garden
Blue Line
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Terminal Station
13
Rajouri Garden
Pink Line
→
Next:
esi_hospital
(2 min)
14
ESI Hospital
Pink Line
→
Next:
punjabi_bagh_west
(3 min)
15
Punjabi Bagh West
Pink Line
🏁
Terminal Station
16
Punjabi Bagh West
Green Line
→
Next:
shivaji_park
(1 min)
17
Shivaji Park
Green Line
→
Next:
madipur
(2 min)
18
Madipur
Green Line
→
Next:
paschim_vihar_east
(1 min)
19
Paschim Vihar (East)
Green Line
→
Next:
paschim_vihar_west
(1 min)
20
Paschim Vihar (West)
Green Line
→
Next:
peera_gharhi
(1 min)
21
Peera Garhi
Green Line
→
Next:
udyog_nagar
(2 min)
22
Udyog Nagar
Green Line
→
Next:
surajmal_stadium
(1 min)
23
Surajmal Stadium
Green Line
→
Next:
nangloi
(1 min)
24
Nangloi
Green Line
→
Next:
nangloi_railway_station
(1 min)
25
Nangloi Railway Station
Green Line
→
Next:
rajdhani_park
(2 min)
26
Rajdhani Park
Green Line
→
Next:
mundka
(2 min)
27
Mundka
Green Line
→
Next:
mundka_industrial_area
(2 min)
28
Mundka Industrial Area
Green Line
→
Next:
ghevra
(190 min)
29
Ghevra
Green Line
→
Next:
tikri_kalan
(3 min)
30
Tikri Kalan
Green Line
→
Next:
tikri_border
(197 min)
31
Tikri Border
Green Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
1.70 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
3.07 km
⏱️
Time:
6 min
📏
Distance:
1.48 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.53 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.67 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
0.96 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
🔄
Transfer:
Blue Line
📏
Distance:
1.03 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.93 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.86 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.12 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.11 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Pink Line
📏
Distance:
1.99 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
0.87 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
🔄
Transfer:
Green Line
📏
Distance:
1.07 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.72 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.00 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.94 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.17 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.68 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.89 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.84 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.19 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.33 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.29 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
95.49 km
⏱️
Time:
190 min
📏
Distance:
1.85 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
98.83 km
⏱️
Time:
197 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
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Parking
Toilets
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Elevators
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
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Parking
Elevators
ATMs
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Elevators
ATMs
Toilets
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ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
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Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
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Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
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Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
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Parking
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ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
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Parking
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ATMs
💡 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 Tikri Border on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 28 stations on this route, covering 226 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 Tikri Border by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 451 minutes under normal conditions, covering 226 km across 28 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Tikri Border?
A: The standard token fare is INR 64. With a smart card, you pay INR 58 (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 Tikri Border drops from INR 64 to INR 58.
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 Tikri Border metro station?
A: Tikri Border offers: ATMs. It has been operational since 2018.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Tikri Border is a 226 km, 451-minute journey with one interchange at Janakpuri West. At INR 64 (or INR 58 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.