How long does it take from IIT to Shankar Vihar by metro?

The journey from IIT to Shankar Vihar takes approximately 15 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 6.89 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from IIT to Shankar Vihar?

The token fare from IIT to Shankar Vihar 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 IIT for Shankar Vihar?

At IIT, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Krishna Park Extension. Look for the electronic board showing "Krishna Park Extension".

What is the last train from IIT to Shankar Vihar?

The last train from IIT towards Krishna Park Extension departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Shankar Vihar back towards IIT departs at 23:00.

How many stops from IIT to Shankar Vihar?

There are 4 stops between IIT and Shankar Vihar on the Magenta Line. The stations are: IIT, R.K. Puram, Munirka, Vasant Vihar, Shankar Vihar.

IIT To Shankar Vihar

ShortestShortest Route

IIT

Platform 1·underground·Magenta LineTowards Krishna Park Extension

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

R.K. Puram

+4.06 min

4.06 min · 1.96 km

Munirka

+7.16 min

3.1 min · 1.43 km

Vasant Vihar

+10.82 min

3.66 min · 1.74 km

Shankar Vihar

Arrive Platform 1·elevated6.89 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

15 min

Total time

stops

6.89 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
IIT	06:00	23:00	Towards Krishna Park Extension
Shankar Vihar	06:00	23:00	Towards IIT

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

0.93 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.43 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~28 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹30

Bike

₹52

Auto

₹112

Cab

₹202

Estimates for 6.89 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

IIT

underground

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Arrival station

Shankar Vihar

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points