How long does it take from Rajiv Chowk to Dhaula Kuan by metro?

The journey from Rajiv Chowk to Dhaula Kuan takes approximately 24 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 9.43 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Rajiv Chowk to Dhaula Kuan?

The token fare from Rajiv Chowk to Dhaula Kuan 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 Rajiv Chowk for Dhaula Kuan?

At Rajiv Chowk, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Northbound → Samaypur Badli. Look for the electronic board showing "Samaypur Badli".

What is the last train from Rajiv Chowk to Dhaula Kuan?

The last train from Rajiv Chowk towards Samaypur Badli departs at 23:38 on weekdays. The last train from Dhaula Kuan back towards Rajiv Chowk departs at 23:33.

How many stops from Rajiv Chowk to Dhaula Kuan?

There are 3 stops between Rajiv Chowk and Dhaula Kuan on the Yellow Line. The stations are: Rajiv Chowk, New Delhi.

Rajiv Chowk To Dhaula Kuan

ShortestShortest Route

Rajiv Chowk

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Yellow LineTowards Samaypur Badli

First train: 06:28Last train: 23:38Doors open: right

New Delhi

airport interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.14 km

First train: 06:25Last train: 23:33

interchange New Delhi — 5 min

Platform 1 · Airport Express ·Platform 3 Towards Dwarka Sector 21

+5 min

New Delhi

yellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Airport ExpressTowards Dwarka Sector 21

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:30Doors open: right

Shivaji Stadium

+3.17 min

3.17 min · 1.47 km

Dhaula Kuan

Arrive Platform 2·elevated8.29 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

24 min

Total time

stops

9.43 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Rajiv Chowk	06:28	23:38	Towards Samaypur Badli
Dhaula Kuan	06:00	23:00	Towards Rajiv 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

₹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

1.27 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.58 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~38 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹30

Bike

₹66

Auto

₹144

Cab

₹258

Estimates for 9.43 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Rajiv Chowk

underground

Connaught Place, New Delhi 110001

Weekdays: 05:51 – 23:45(Sundays from 06:16)

Zone 1 · 7 entry points

Key exits

Connaught Place Inner Circle — Block F/G· Block F shops, Block G restaurants♿

Connaught Place Middle Circle — Radial Road 1· Central Park, Rajiv Chowk circle♿

Palika Bazar underground market / Janpath Road· Palika Bazar, Janpath market♿

Connaught Place Inner Circle — Block A/B· Block A offices, Nirula's♿

Busiest station in the network. On weekday evenings (5:30–8 PM) security queues form outside — arrive with extra time. Gate 3 for Palika Bazar and Janpath shopping. Gate 5 for Hanuman Mandir. Blue Line check destination board carefully at Platform 4.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMFood courtShopsCustomer careDrinking water

Arrival station

Dhaula Kuan

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsLuggage storageParkingDrinking water