🚆 Delhi Metro: Vasant Vihar to Sarai

The Delhi Metro journey from Vasant Vihar to Sarai involves an interchange at Kalkaji Mandir — from the Magenta Line to the Purple Line. Total distance is 20 km with an estimated travel time of 40 minutes across 18 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Magenta Line, with an interchange to the Purple Line at Kalkaji Mandir. Vasant Vihar station has been operational since 2018. Sarai station opened in 2010.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~40 minutes

💰 Fare Information

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

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Vasant Vihar

Magenta Line
→ Next: munirka (2 min)
2

Munirka

Magenta Line
→ Next: rk_puram (2 min)
3

R K Puram

Magenta Line
→ Next: iit_delhi (1 min)
4

IIT Delhi

Magenta Line
→ Next: hauz_khas (2 min)
5

Hauz Khas

Magenta Line
→ Next: panchsheel_park (2 min)
6

Panchsheel Park

Magenta Line
→ Next: chirag_delhi (1 min)
7

Chirag Delhi

Magenta Line
→ Next: greater_kailash (1 min)
8

Greater Kailash

Magenta Line
→ Next: nehru_enclave (2 min)
9

Nehru Enclave

Magenta Line
→ Next: kalkaji_mandir (1 min)
10

Kalkaji Mandir

Magenta Line
🏁 Terminal Station
11

Kalkaji Mandir

Purple Line
→ Next: govind_puri (1 min)
12

Govind Puri

Purple Line
→ Next: harkesh_nagar_okhla (2 min)
13

Harkesh Nagar Okhla

Purple Line
→ Next: jasola_apollo (1 min)
14

Jasola Apollo

Purple Line
→ Next: sarita_vihar (2 min)
15

Sarita Vihar

Purple Line
→ Next: mohan_estate (2 min)
16

Mohan Estate

Purple Line
→ Next: tughlakabad (3 min)
17

Tughlakabad

Purple Line
→ Next: badarpur_border (2 min)
18

Badarpur Border

Purple Line
→ Next: sarai (3 min)
19

Sarai

Purple Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Vasant Vihar → Munirka

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
2

Munirka → Rk Puram

📏 Distance: 1.38 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

R K Puram → Iit Delhi

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
4

IIT Delhi → Hauz Khas

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
5

Hauz Khas → Panchsheel Park

📏 Distance: 1.40 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

Panchsheel Park → Chirag Delhi

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
7

Chirag Delhi → Greater Kailash

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

Greater Kailash → Nehru Enclave

📏 Distance: 1.34 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
9

Nehru Enclave → Kalkaji Mandir

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
11

Kalkaji Mandir → Govind Puri

📏 Distance: 0.75 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
🔄 Transfer: Purple Line
12

Govind Puri → Harkesh Nagar Okhla

📏 Distance: 1.06 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
13

Harkesh Nagar Okhla → Jasola Apollo

📏 Distance: 0.97 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
14

Jasola Apollo → Sarita Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.15 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
15

Sarita Vihar → Mohan Estate

📏 Distance: 1.20 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
16

Mohan Estate → Tughlakabad

📏 Distance: 1.94 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
17

Tughlakabad → Badarpur Border

📏 Distance: 1.09 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
18

Badarpur Border → Sarai

📏 Distance: 1.70 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Vasant Vihar

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Munirka

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

R K Puram

Available facilities:
ATMs Toilets
🚉

IIT Delhi

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators
🚉

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
🚉

Tughlakabad

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Badarpur Border

Available facilities:
Parking ATMs
🚉

Sarai

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 Vasant Vihar to Sarai on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 18 stations on this route, covering 20 km. You need to change trains at Kalkaji Mandir.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Vasant Vihar?
A: The first metro from Vasant 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 Vasant Vihar to Sarai by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 40 minutes under normal conditions, covering 20 km across 18 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Vasant Vihar to Sarai?
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 Vasant Vihar to Sarai drops from INR 43 to INR 39.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Vasant Vihar metro station?
A: Vasant Vihar is equipped with: Toilets, ATMs. The station has been operational since 2018.

Q: What facilities are available at Sarai metro station?
A: Sarai offers: Toilets. It has been operational since 2010.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Vasant Vihar to Sarai is a 20 km, 40-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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