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

The journey from Dhaula Kuan to Rajiv Chowk takes approximately 24 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 9.43 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Dhaula Kuan to Rajiv Chowk?

The token fare from Dhaula Kuan to Rajiv Chowk 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 Dhaula Kuan for Rajiv Chowk?

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 Rajiv Chowk?

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

How many stops from Dhaula Kuan to Rajiv Chowk?

There are 3 stops between Dhaula Kuan and Rajiv Chowk on the Airport Express. The stations are: Dhaula Kuan, Shivaji Stadium, New Delhi.

Dhaula Kuan To Rajiv Chowk

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

Arrive Platform 2·underground1.14 km

First train: 06:26Last train: 23:45

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

24 min

Total time

stops

9.43 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Dhaula Kuan	06:00	23:00	Towards New Delhi
Rajiv Chowk	06:26	23:45	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

₹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

Dhaula Kuan

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsLuggage storageParkingDrinking water

Arrival station

Rajiv Chowk

underground

Connaught Place, New Delhi 110001

Weekdays: 05:51 – 23:45(Sundays from 06:16)

Zone 1 · 7 entry points

Key exits

Connaught Place Inner Circle — Block F/G· Block F shops, Block G restaurants♿

Connaught Place Middle Circle — Radial Road 1· Central Park, Rajiv Chowk circle♿

Palika Bazar underground market / Janpath Road· Palika Bazar, Janpath market♿

Connaught Place Inner Circle — Block A/B· Block A offices, Nirula's♿

Busiest station in the network. On weekday evenings (5:30–8 PM) security queues form outside — arrive with extra time. Gate 3 for Palika Bazar and Janpath shopping. Gate 5 for Hanuman Mandir. Blue Line check destination board carefully at Platform 4.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMFood courtShopsCustomer careDrinking water