How long does it take from Shahdara to Chandni Chowk by metro?

The journey from Shahdara to Chandni Chowk takes approximately 21 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 7.12 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Shahdara to Chandni Chowk?

The token fare from Shahdara to Chandni Chowk 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 Shahdara for Chandni Chowk?

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

What is the last train from Shahdara to Chandni Chowk?

The last train from Shahdara towards Rithala departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Chandni Chowk back towards Shahdara departs at 23:20.

How many stops from Shahdara to Chandni Chowk?

There are 5 stops between Shahdara and Chandni Chowk on the Red Line. The stations are: Shahdara, Welcome, Seelampur, Shastri Park, Kashmere Gate.

Shahdara To Chandni Chowk

ShortestShortest Route

Shahdara

Platform 2·elevated·Red LineTowards Rithala

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

Welcome

pink interchange

+2.61 min

2.61 min · 1.16 km

Seelampur

+5.24 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Shastri Park

+8.27 min

3.03 min · 1.39 km

Kashmere Gate

violet interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground6.05 km

First train: 05:55Last train: 23:20

interchange Kashmere Gate — 5 min

Platform 3 · Yellow Line ·Platform 2 Towards Millennium City Centre

+5 min

Kashmere Gate

red interchangeviolet interchange

Platform 2·underground·Yellow LineTowards Millennium City Centre

First train: 06:16Last train: 23:35Doors open: right

Chandni Chowk

Arrive Platform 2·underground1.07 km

First train: 06:19Last train: 23:37

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

21 min

Total time

stops

7.12 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Shahdara	06:00	23:00	Towards Rithala
Chandni Chowk	06:19	23:37	Towards Shahdara

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

0.96 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.44 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~28 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹30

Bike

₹52

Auto

₹116

Cab

₹206

Estimates for 7.12 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Shahdara

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMParkingDrinking water

Arrival station

Chandni Chowk

underground

Chandni Chowk Road, Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi, Delhi 110006

Weekdays: 06:19 – 23:37(Sundays from 06:49)

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Key exits

Chandni Chowk Main Road (west end, near Fatehpuri Mosque)· Fatehpuri Mosque, Khari Baoli spice market♿

Chandni Chowk Main Road (east end, near Red Fort)· Red Fort main gate, Digambar Jain Temple♿

Fountain Chowk / Town Hall· Town Hall Delhi, Chandni Chowk Fountain♿

Dariba Kalan / Kinari Bazar· Dariba Kalan jewellers street, Kinari Bazaar♿

Gate 2 for Red Fort (5-min walk east). Gate 1 for spice market and Fatehpuri Mosque. Gate 4 for Paranthe Wali Gali — turn right out of gate, first lane on left.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMDrinking water