How long does it take from Palam to Karol Bagh by metro?

The journey from Palam to Karol Bagh takes approximately 42 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 16.09 km across 15 stops.

What is the metro fare from Palam to Karol Bagh?

The token fare from Palam to Karol Bagh is ₹40. With a smart card the fare is ₹36 (save ₹4). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹32.

Which platform at Palam for Karol Bagh?

At Palam, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs towards Krishna Park Extension. Look for the electronic board showing "Krishna Park Extension".

What is the last train from Palam to Karol Bagh?

The last train from Palam towards Krishna Park Extension departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Karol Bagh back towards Palam departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Palam to Karol Bagh?

There are 15 stops between Palam and Karol Bagh on the Magenta Line. The stations are: Palam, Dashrathpuri, Dabri Mor - Janakpuri South, Janakpuri West.

Palam To Karol Bagh

ShortestShortest Route

Palam

Platform 1·elevated·Magenta LineTowards Krishna Park Extension

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

Dashrathpuri

+2.75 min

2.75 min · 1.24 km

Dabri Mor - Janakpuri South

+5.38 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Janakpuri West

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated3.85 km

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

interchange Janakpuri West — 5 min

Platform 1 · Blue Line ·Platform 2 Towards Noida Electronic City

+5 min

Janakpuri West

magenta interchange

Platform 2·elevated·Blue LineTowards Noida Electronic City

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

Janakpuri East

+2.17 min

2.17 min · 0.92 km

Tilak Nagar

+4.58 min

2.41 min · 1.05 km

Patel Nagar

+23.36 min

2.85 min · 1.29 km

Rajendra Place

+25.68 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Karol Bagh

Arrive Platform 2·underground12.24 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

42 min

Total time

stops

16.09 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Palam	06:00	23:00	Towards Krishna Park Extension
Karol Bagh	06:00	23:00	Towards Palam

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

₹40

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹36

Save ₹4 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹32

Save ₹8 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

2.17 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.00 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~64 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹40

Bike

₹106

Auto

₹224

Cab

₹404

Estimates for 16.09 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Palam

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Arrival station

Karol Bagh

underground

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

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMDrinking water