How long does it take from Dhaula Kuan to Phase 1 by metro?

The journey from Dhaula Kuan to Phase 1 takes approximately 84 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 34.84 km across 22 stops.

What is the metro fare from Dhaula Kuan to Phase 1?

The token fare from Dhaula Kuan to Phase 1 is ₹60. With a smart card the fare is ₹54 (save ₹6). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹48.

Which platform at Dhaula Kuan for Phase 1?

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 Phase 1?

The last train from Dhaula Kuan towards New Delhi departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Phase 1 back towards Dhaula Kuan departs at 23:30.

How many stops from Dhaula Kuan to Phase 1?

There are 22 stops between Dhaula Kuan and Phase 1 on the Airport Express. The stations are: Dhaula Kuan, Shivaji Stadium, New Delhi.

Dhaula Kuan To Phase 1

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

Arjan Garh

+49.91 min

4.86 min · 2.4 km

Guru Dronacharya

+54.77 min

4.86 min · 2.4 km

Sikanderpur

rapid interchange

Arrive Platform 2·elevated25.92 km

First train: 05:59Last train: 23:12

interchange Sikanderpur — 5 min

Platform 2 · Rapid Metro ·Platform 3 Towards Sector 55–56

+5 min

Sikanderpur

yellow interchange

Platform 3·elevated·Rapid MetroTowards Sector 55–56

First train: 06:00Last train: 22:00Doors open: right

Phase 1

Arrive Platform 1·elevated0.63 km

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

84 min

Total time

stops

34.84 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Dhaula Kuan	06:00	23:00	Towards New Delhi
Phase 1	06:00	23:00	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

₹60

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹54

Save ₹6 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹48

Save ₹12 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

4.70 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

2.16 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~139 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹60

Bike

₹220

Auto

₹448

Cab

₹816

Estimates for 34.84 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

Phase 1

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points