How long does it take from Doordarshan Kendra to Nirant Cross Road by metro?

The journey from Doordarshan Kendra to Nirant Cross Road takes approximately 41 minutes by Ahmedabad Metro, covering 18.52 km across 14 stops.

What is the metro fare from Doordarshan Kendra to Nirant Cross Road?

The token fare from Doordarshan Kendra to Nirant Cross Road is ₹25. With a smart card the fare is ₹24 (save ₹1). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹23.

Which platform at Doordarshan Kendra for Nirant Cross Road?

At Doordarshan Kendra, board from Platform 2 (elevated station). The train runs towards Vastral Gam. Look for the electronic board showing "Vastral Gam".

What is the last train from Doordarshan Kendra to Nirant Cross Road?

The last train from Doordarshan Kendra towards Vastral Gam departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Nirant Cross Road back towards Doordarshan Kendra departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Doordarshan Kendra to Nirant Cross Road?

There are 14 stops between Doordarshan Kendra and Nirant Cross Road on the Blue Line. The stations are: Doordarshan Kendra, Gurukul Road, Gujarat University, Commerce Six Roads, Stadium, Shahpur, Old High Court, Ghee Kanta, Kalupur, Kankaria East, Apparel Park, Amraiwadi, Rabari Colony, Vastral, Nirant Cross Road.

Doordarshan Kendra To Nirant Cross Road

ShortestShortest Route

Doordarshan Kendra

Platform 2·elevated·Blue LineTowards Vastral Gam

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Gurukul Road

+2.9 min

2.9 min · 1.32 km

Gujarat University

+5.82 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Rabari Colony

+34.86 min

2.9 min · 1.32 km

Vastral

+37.76 min

2.9 min · 1.32 km

Nirant Cross Road

Arrive Platform 2·elevated18.52 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

41 min

Total time

stops

18.52 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Doordarshan Kendra	05:00	23:00	Towards Vastral Gam
Nirant Cross Road	05:00	23:00	Towards Doordarshan Kendra

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

₹25

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹24

Save ₹1 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹23

Save ₹2 per ride

Use your Ahmedabad Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

2.50 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.15 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~74 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹25

Bike

₹122

Auto

₹252

Cab

₹458

Estimates for 18.52 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Blue Line

APMCMotera Stadium

Blue Line

Departure station

Doordarshan Kendra

elevated

Doordarshan Kendra, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Nirant Cross Road

elevated

Nirant Cross Road, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water