How long does it take from Dhaula Kuan to AIIMS by metro?

The journey from Dhaula Kuan to AIIMS takes approximately 41 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 17.05 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from Dhaula Kuan to AIIMS?

The token fare from Dhaula Kuan to AIIMS is ₹40. With a smart card the fare is ₹36 (save ₹4). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹32.

Which platform at Dhaula Kuan for AIIMS?

At Dhaula Kuan, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs towards New Delhi. Look for the electronic board showing "New Delhi".

What is the last train from Dhaula Kuan to AIIMS?

The last train from Dhaula Kuan towards New Delhi departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from AIIMS back towards Dhaula Kuan departs at 23:30.

How many stops from Dhaula Kuan to AIIMS?

There are 10 stops between Dhaula Kuan and AIIMS on the Airport Express. The stations are: Dhaula Kuan, Shivaji Stadium, New Delhi.

Dhaula Kuan To AIIMS

ShortestShortest Route

Dhaula Kuan

Platform 1·elevated·Airport ExpressTowards New Delhi

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

Shivaji Stadium

+12.9 min

12.9 min · 6.82 km

New Delhi

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground8.29 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:30

interchange New Delhi — 5 min

Platform 3 · Yellow Line ·Platform 2 Towards Millennium City Centre

+5 min

New Delhi

airport interchange

Platform 2·underground·Yellow LineTowards Millennium City Centre

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

Rajiv Chowk

blue interchange

+2.57 min

2.57 min · 1.14 km

Patel Chowk

+5.32 min

2.75 min · 1.24 km

Jor Bagh

+14.92 min

3.08 min · 1.42 km

INA

pink interchange

+18 min

3.08 min · 1.42 km

AIIMS

Arrive Platform 2·underground8.76 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

41 min

Total time

stops

17.05 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Dhaula Kuan	06:00	23:00	Towards New Delhi
AIIMS	06:26	23:38	Towards Dhaula Kuan

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

₹40

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹36

Save ₹4 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹32

Save ₹8 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

2.30 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.06 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~68 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹40

Bike

₹112

Auto

₹234

Cab

₹426

Estimates for 17.05 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Dhaula Kuan

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsLuggage storageParkingDrinking 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