How long does it take from NHPC Chowk to Terminal 1 - IGI Airport by metro?

The journey from NHPC Chowk to Terminal 1 - IGI Airport takes approximately 70 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 30.27 km across 20 stops.

What is the metro fare from NHPC Chowk to Terminal 1 - IGI Airport?

The token fare from NHPC Chowk to Terminal 1 - IGI Airport 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 NHPC Chowk for Terminal 1 - IGI Airport?

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 Terminal 1 - IGI Airport?

The last train from NHPC Chowk towards Kashmere Gate departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Terminal 1 - IGI Airport back towards NHPC Chowk departs at 23:00.

How many stops from NHPC Chowk to Terminal 1 - IGI Airport?

There are 20 stops between NHPC Chowk and Terminal 1 - IGI Airport 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.

NHPC Chowk To Terminal 1 - IGI Airport

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

Harkesh Nagar Okhla

+19.1 min

1.77 min · 0.7 km

Govindpuri

+22.87 min

3.77 min · 1.8 km

Kalkaji Mandir

magenta interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated11.21 km

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

interchange Kalkaji Mandir — 5 min

Platform 1 · 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

Vasant Vihar

+26.52 min

3.66 min · 1.74 km

Shankar Vihar

+30.22 min

3.7 min · 1.76 km

Terminal 1 - IGI Airport

Arrive Platform 1·elevated19.06 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

70 min

Total time

stops

30.27 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
NHPC Chowk	06:00	23:00	Towards Kashmere Gate
Terminal 1 - IGI Airport	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

₹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

4.09 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.88 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~121 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹50

Bike

₹192

Auto

₹394

Cab

₹716

Estimates for 30.27 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

Terminal 1 - IGI Airport

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points