How long does it take from Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus to Qutab Minar by metro?

The journey from Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus to Qutab Minar takes approximately 35 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 13.74 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus to Qutab Minar?

The token fare from Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus to Qutab Minar 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 Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus for Qutab Minar?

At Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus, 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 Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus to Qutab Minar?

The last train from Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus towards Shiv Vihar departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Qutab Minar back towards Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus departs at 23:20.

How many stops from Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus to Qutab Minar?

There are 10 stops between Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus and Qutab Minar on the Pink Line. The stations are: Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus, Sir M. Visveshwaraiah Moti Bagh, Bhikaji Cama Place, Sarojini Nagar, INA.

Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus To Qutab Minar

ShortestShortest Route

Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus

Platform 2·elevated·Pink LineTowards Shiv Vihar

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

Sir M. Visveshwaraiah Moti Bagh

+2.54 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Bhikaji Cama Place

+7.57 min

5.03 min · 2.49 km

Sarojini Nagar

+10.18 min

2.61 min · 1.16 km

INA

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 4·underground5.85 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

+1.92 min

1.92 min · 0.78 km

Green Park

+4.18 min

2.26 min · 0.97 km

Malviya Nagar

+11.53 min

3.54 min · 1.67 km

Saket

+13.83 min

2.3 min · 0.99 km

Qutab Minar

Arrive Platform 2·elevated7.89 km

First train: 06:13Last train: 23:32

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

35 min

Total time

stops

13.74 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus	06:00	23:00	Towards Shiv Vihar
Qutab Minar	06:13	23:32	Towards Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus

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

1.85 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.85 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~55 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹40

Bike

₹92

Auto

₹194

Cab

₹352

Estimates for 13.74 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

Qutab Minar

elevated

Mehrauli-Badarpur Road, Mehrauli, New Delhi 110030

Weekdays: 06:13 – 23:32(Sundays from 06:43)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Mehrauli Archaeological Park Road· Qutab Minar UNESCO site (15-min walk), Mehrauli Archaeological Park♿

MB Road / Mehrauli Bus Stand· Mehrauli Village market, Bus stand♿

DDA Flats Mehrauli· Saket periphery

Mehrauli Main Road south side· Gurgaon road junction, Shuttle autos to Qutab Minar site♿

Qutab Minar monument is a 15-min auto ride from Gate 1 (about ₹30). No direct walking path. Auto stand is at Gate 2 exit. Last entry to Qutab Minar is 30 min before sunset.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMParkingDrinking water