How long does it take from IIT to Tilak Nagar by metro?

The journey from IIT to Tilak Nagar takes approximately 53 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 23.06 km across 12 stops.

What is the metro fare from IIT to Tilak Nagar?

The token fare from IIT to Tilak Nagar is ₹50. With a smart card the fare is ₹45 (save ₹5). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹40.

Which platform at IIT for Tilak Nagar?

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 Tilak Nagar?

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

How many stops from IIT to Tilak Nagar?

There are 12 stops between IIT and Tilak Nagar on the Magenta Line. The stations are: IIT, R.K. Puram, Munirka, Vasant Vihar, Shankar Vihar, Terminal 1 - IGI Airport, Sadar Bazar Cantonment, Palam, Dashrathpuri, Dabri Mor - Janakpuri South, Janakpuri West.

IIT To Tilak Nagar

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

Dashrathpuri

+37.6 min

2.75 min · 1.24 km

Dabri Mor - Janakpuri South

+40.23 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Janakpuri West

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated21.09 km

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

interchange Janakpuri West — 5 min

Platform 1 · Blue Line ·Platform 2 Towards Noida Electronic City

+5 min

Janakpuri West

magenta interchange

Platform 2·elevated·Blue LineTowards Noida Electronic City

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

Janakpuri East

+2.17 min

2.17 min · 0.92 km

Tilak Nagar

Arrive Platform 2·elevated1.97 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

53 min

Total time

stops

23.06 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
IIT	06:00	23:00	Towards Krishna Park Extension
Tilak Nagar	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

₹50

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹45

Save ₹5 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹40

Save ₹10 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

3.11 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.43 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~92 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹50

Bike

₹148

Auto

₹306

Cab

₹558

Estimates for 23.06 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

IIT

underground

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Arrival station

Tilak Nagar

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMDrinking water