How long does it take from Delhi Cantonment to AIIMS by metro?

The journey from Delhi Cantonment to AIIMS takes approximately 25 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 9.43 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Delhi Cantonment to AIIMS?

The token fare from Delhi Cantonment to AIIMS is ₹30. With a smart card the fare is ₹27 (save ₹3). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹24.

Which platform at Delhi Cantonment for AIIMS?

At Delhi Cantonment, board from Platform 2 (elevated station). The train runs towards Shiv Vihar. Look for the electronic board showing "Shiv Vihar".

What is the last train from Delhi Cantonment to AIIMS?

The last train from Delhi Cantonment towards Shiv Vihar departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from AIIMS back towards Delhi Cantonment departs at 23:20.

How many stops from Delhi Cantonment to AIIMS?

There are 6 stops between Delhi Cantonment and AIIMS on the Pink Line. The stations are: Delhi Cantonment, Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus, Sir M. Visveshwaraiah Moti Bagh, Bhikaji Cama Place, Sarojini Nagar, INA.

Delhi Cantonment To AIIMS

ShortestShortest Route

Delhi Cantonment

Platform 2·elevated·Pink LineTowards Shiv Vihar

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus

+5.59 min

5.59 min · 2.8 km

Sir M. Visveshwaraiah Moti Bagh

+8.13 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Bhikaji Cama Place

+13.16 min

5.03 min · 2.49 km

Sarojini Nagar

+15.77 min

2.61 min · 1.16 km

INA

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 4·underground8.65 km

First train: 05:53Last train: 23:20

interchange INA — 5 min

Platform 4 · Yellow Line ·Platform 2 Towards Millennium City Centre

+5 min

INA

pink interchange

Platform 2·underground·Yellow LineTowards Millennium City Centre

First train: 06:27Last train: 23:40Doors open: right

AIIMS

Arrive Platform 2·underground0.78 km

First train: 06:26Last train: 23:38

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

25 min

Total time

stops

9.43 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Delhi Cantonment	06:00	23:00	Towards Shiv Vihar
AIIMS	06:26	23:38	Towards Delhi Cantonment

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

₹30

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹27

Save ₹3 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹24

Save ₹6 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

1.27 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.58 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~38 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹30

Bike

₹66

Auto

₹144

Cab

₹258

Estimates for 9.43 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Delhi Cantonment

elevated

Weekdays: 06:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 06:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsParkingDrinking water

Arrival station

AIIMS

underground

Weekdays: 06:24 – 23:38(Sundays from 06:54)

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Key exits

AIIMS Main Gate / Aurobindo Marg· AIIMS Hospital Gate 1, Safdarjung Hospital direction♿

AIIMS Trauma Centre / Ring Road· AIIMS Trauma Centre, Sri Aurobindo Marg south side♿

Ansari Nagar· AIIMS faculty quarters, Ansari Nagar market

AIIMS campus west gate· AIIMS PG hostel area, AIIMS Nursing College♿

Gate 1 is the primary exit for AIIMS OPD. Very crowded during daytime. Gate 2 for Trauma Centre emergencies.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMDrinking water