How long does it take from Shahdara to New Delhi by metro?

The journey from Shahdara to New Delhi takes approximately 25 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 8.98 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Shahdara to New Delhi?

The token fare from Shahdara to New Delhi 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 New Delhi?

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 New Delhi?

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

How many stops from Shahdara to New Delhi?

There are 7 stops between Shahdara and New Delhi on the Red Line. The stations are: Shahdara, Welcome, Seelampur, Shastri Park, Kashmere Gate.

Shahdara To New Delhi

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

+2.45 min

2.45 min · 1.07 km

Chawri Bazar

+4.82 min

2.37 min · 1.03 km

New Delhi

airport interchange

Arrive Platform 2·underground2.93 km

First train: 06:23Last train: 23:40

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

25 min

Total time

stops

8.98 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Shahdara	06:00	23:00	Towards Rithala
New Delhi	06:23	23:40	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

1.21 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.56 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~36 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹30

Bike

₹64

Auto

₹138

Cab

₹248

Estimates for 8.98 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

New Delhi

underground

Bhavbhuti Marg, New Delhi, Delhi 110002

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:40(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Key exits

New Delhi Railway Station — Paharganj side (Entrance Gate 1 of station)· NDLS Gate 1 Paharganj, Paharganj Main Bazaar♿

New Delhi Railway Station — Main Entrance / Chelmsford Road· NDLS main entrance, Chelmsford Road♿

Bhavbhuti Marg / Ajmeri Gate· Ajmeri Gate historic gate, Ajmeri Gate market♿

Paharganj junction / Arakashan Road· Paharganj backpacker area, budget hotels strip♿

Gate 1 is fastest to New Delhi Railway Station (Paharganj side). Gate 2 for the main station entrance. Airport Express runs every 10–15 min and reaches T-3 in ~18 min.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMCustomer careDrinking water