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

The journey from Kailash Colony to Shalimar Bagh takes approximately 62 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 26.77 km across 17 stops.

What is the metro fare from Kailash Colony to Shalimar Bagh?

The token fare from Kailash Colony to Shalimar Bagh 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 Kailash Colony for Shalimar Bagh?

At Kailash Colony, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs towards Kashmere Gate. Look for the electronic board showing "Kashmere Gate".

What is the last train from Kailash Colony to Shalimar Bagh?

The last train from Kailash Colony towards Kashmere Gate departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Shalimar Bagh back towards Kailash Colony departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Kailash Colony to Shalimar Bagh?

There are 17 stops between Kailash Colony and Shalimar Bagh on the Violet Line. The stations are: Kailash Colony, Moolchand, Lajpat Nagar.

Kailash Colony To Shalimar Bagh

ShortestShortest Route

Kailash Colony

Platform 1·elevated·Violet LineTowards Kashmere Gate

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

Moolchand

+2.77 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Lajpat Nagar

pink interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated2.12 km

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

interchange Lajpat Nagar — 5 min

Platform 1 · Pink Line ·Platform 1 Towards Yamuna Vihar

+5 min

Lajpat Nagar

violet interchange

Platform 1·elevated·Pink LineTowards Yamuna Vihar

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

South Extension

+2.9 min

2.9 min · 1.32 km

INA

yellow interchange

+5.84 min

2.94 min · 1.34 km

Shakurpur

+46.6 min

4.85 min · 2.39 km

Netaji Subhash Place

red interchange

+49.54 min

2.94 min · 1.34 km

Shalimar Bagh

Arrive Platform 1·elevated24.65 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

62 min

Total time

stops

26.77 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Kailash Colony	06:00	23:00	Towards Kashmere Gate
Shalimar Bagh	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

₹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

3.61 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.66 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~107 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹50

Bike

₹170

Auto

₹352

Cab

₹638

Estimates for 26.77 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Kailash Colony

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMDrinking water

Arrival station

Shalimar Bagh

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water