How long does it take from NHPC Chowk to ESI Hospital by metro?

The journey from NHPC Chowk to ESI Hospital takes approximately 78 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 33.66 km across 24 stops.

What is the metro fare from NHPC Chowk to ESI Hospital?

The token fare from NHPC Chowk to ESI Hospital is ₹60. With a smart card the fare is ₹54 (save ₹6). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹48.

Which platform at NHPC Chowk for ESI Hospital?

At NHPC Chowk, 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 NHPC Chowk to ESI Hospital?

The last train from NHPC Chowk towards Kashmere Gate departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from ESI Hospital back towards NHPC Chowk departs at 23:00.

How many stops from NHPC Chowk to ESI Hospital?

There are 24 stops between NHPC Chowk and ESI Hospital on the Violet Line. The stations are: NHPC Chowk, Sarai, Badarpur Border, Tughlakabad, Mohan Estate, Sarita Vihar, Jasola Apollo, Harkesh Nagar Okhla, Govindpuri, Kalkaji Mandir, Nehru Place, Kailash Colony, Moolchand, Lajpat Nagar.

NHPC Chowk To ESI Hospital

ShortestShortest Route

NHPC Chowk

Platform 1·elevated·Violet LineTowards Kashmere Gate

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

Sarai

+2.86 min

2.86 min · 1.3 km

Badarpur Border

+5.23 min

2.37 min · 1.03 km

Kailash Colony

+29.14 min

2.45 min · 1.07 km

Moolchand

+31.91 min

2.77 min · 1.25 km

Lajpat Nagar

pink interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated15.13 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

Mayapuri

+33.23 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Rajouri Garden

blue interchange

+35.97 min

2.74 min · 1.23 km

ESI Hospital

Arrive Platform 1·elevated18.53 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

78 min

Total time

stops

33.66 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
NHPC Chowk	06:00	23:00	Towards Kashmere Gate
ESI Hospital	06:00	23:00	Towards NHPC Chowk

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

₹60

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹54

Save ₹6 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹48

Save ₹12 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

4.54 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

2.09 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~135 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹60

Bike

₹212

Auto

₹434

Cab

₹790

Estimates for 33.66 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

NHPC Chowk

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

ESI Hospital

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water