How long does it take from Kailash Colony to IIT by metro?

The journey from Kailash Colony to IIT takes approximately 25 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 8.78 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Kailash Colony to IIT?

The token fare from Kailash Colony to IIT 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 Kailash Colony for IIT?

At Kailash Colony, board from Platform 2 (elevated station). The train runs towards Raja Nahar Singh. Look for the electronic board showing "Raja Nahar Singh".

What is the last train from Kailash Colony to IIT?

The last train from Kailash Colony towards Raja Nahar Singh departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from IIT back towards Kailash Colony departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Kailash Colony to IIT?

There are 8 stops between Kailash Colony and IIT on the Violet Line. The stations are: Kailash Colony, Nehru Place, Kalkaji Mandir.

Kailash Colony To IIT

ShortestShortest Route

Kailash Colony

Platform 2·elevated·Violet LineTowards Raja Nahar Singh

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

Nehru Place

+2.45 min

2.45 min · 1.07 km

Kalkaji Mandir

magenta interchange

Arrive Platform 2·elevated1.8 km

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

interchange Kalkaji Mandir — 5 min

Platform 2 · Magenta Line ·Platform 1 Towards Krishna Park Extension

+5 min

Kalkaji Mandir

violet interchange

Platform 1·elevated·Magenta LineTowards Krishna Park Extension

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

Nehru Enclave

+1.92 min

1.92 min · 0.78 km

Greater Kailash

+4.77 min

2.85 min · 1.29 km

Panchsheel Park

+9.92 min

2.83 min · 1.28 km

Hauz Khas

yellow interchange

+12.62 min

2.7 min · 1.21 km

IIT

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.98 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

25 min

Total time

stops

8.78 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Kailash Colony	06:00	23:00	Towards Raja Nahar Singh
IIT	06:00	23:00	Towards Kailash Colony

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

1.19 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.54 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~35 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹30

Bike

₹62

Auto

₹136

Cab

₹244

Estimates for 8.78 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Kailash Colony

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMDrinking water

Arrival station

IIT

underground

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points