How long does it take from Nirman Vihar to Shahdara by metro?

The journey from Nirman Vihar to Shahdara takes approximately 27 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 7.32 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Nirman Vihar to Shahdara?

The token fare from Nirman Vihar to Shahdara 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 Nirman Vihar for Shahdara?

At Nirman Vihar, board from Platform 2 (elevated station). The train runs towards Vaishali. Look for the electronic board showing "Vaishali".

What is the last train from Nirman Vihar to Shahdara?

The last train from Nirman Vihar towards Vaishali departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Shahdara back towards Nirman Vihar departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Nirman Vihar to Shahdara?

There are 7 stops between Nirman Vihar and Shahdara on the Blue Line — Vaishali Branch. The stations are: Nirman Vihar, Preet Vihar, Karkarduma.

Nirman Vihar To Shahdara

ShortestShortest Route

Nirman Vihar

Platform 2·elevated·Blue Line — Vaishali BranchTowards Vaishali

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

Preet Vihar

+2.54 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Karkarduma

pink interchange

Arrive Platform 2·elevated2.27 km

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

interchange Karkarduma — 5 min

Platform 2 · Pink Line ·Platform 2 Towards Shiv Vihar

+5 min

Karkarduma

blue-branch interchange

Platform 2·elevated·Pink LineTowards Shiv Vihar

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

Karkarduma Court

+1.7 min

1.7 min · 0.66 km

Krishna Nagar

+4.22 min

2.52 min · 1.11 km

East Azad Nagar

+6.67 min

2.45 min · 1.07 km

Welcome

red interchange

Arrive Platform 2·elevated3.89 km

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

interchange Welcome — 5 min

Platform 2 · Red Line ·Platform 1 Towards Shaheed Sthal

+5 min

Welcome

pink interchange

Platform 1·elevated·Red LineTowards Shaheed Sthal

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

Shahdara

Arrive Platform 1·elevated1.16 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

27 min

Total time

stops

7.32 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Nirman Vihar	06:00	23:00	Towards Vaishali
Shahdara	06:00	23:00	Towards Nirman Vihar

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

0.99 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.45 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~29 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹30

Bike

₹54

Auto

₹118

Cab

₹212

Estimates for 7.32 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Nirman Vihar

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Arrival station

Shahdara

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Facilities

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