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

The journey from Sarai to Terminal 1 - IGI Airport takes approximately 67 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 28.97 km across 19 stops.

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

The token fare from Sarai 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 Sarai for Terminal 1 - IGI Airport?

At Sarai, 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 Sarai to Terminal 1 - IGI Airport?

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

How many stops from Sarai to Terminal 1 - IGI Airport?

There are 19 stops between Sarai and Terminal 1 - IGI Airport on the Violet Line. The stations are: Sarai, Badarpur Border, Tughlakabad, Mohan Estate, Sarita Vihar, Jasola Apollo, Harkesh Nagar Okhla, Govindpuri, Kalkaji Mandir.

Sarai To Terminal 1 - IGI Airport

ShortestShortest Route

Sarai

Platform 1·elevated·Violet LineTowards Kashmere Gate

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

Badarpur Border

+2.37 min

2.37 min · 1.03 km

Tughlakabad

+6.14 min

3.77 min · 1.8 km

Harkesh Nagar Okhla

+16.24 min

1.77 min · 0.7 km

Govindpuri

+20.01 min

3.77 min · 1.8 km

Kalkaji Mandir

magenta interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated9.91 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

67 min

Total time

stops

28.97 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

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

3.91 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.80 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~116 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹50

Bike

₹184

Auto

₹378

Cab

₹688

Estimates for 28.97 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Sarai

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