How long does it take from Shankar Vihar to Janakpuri West by metro?

The journey from Shankar Vihar to Janakpuri West takes approximately 29 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 14.2 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Shankar Vihar to Janakpuri West?

The token fare from Shankar Vihar to Janakpuri West 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 Shankar Vihar for Janakpuri West?

At Shankar Vihar, 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 Shankar Vihar to Janakpuri West?

The last train from Shankar Vihar towards Krishna Park Extension departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Janakpuri West back towards Shankar Vihar departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Shankar Vihar to Janakpuri West?

There are 6 stops between Shankar Vihar and Janakpuri West on the Magenta Line. The stations are: Shankar Vihar, Terminal 1 - IGI Airport, Sadar Bazar Cantonment, Palam, Dashrathpuri, Dabri Mor - Janakpuri South, Janakpuri West.

Shankar Vihar To Janakpuri West

ShortestShortest Route

Shankar Vihar

Platform 1·elevated·Magenta LineTowards Krishna Park Extension

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

Terminal 1 - IGI Airport

+9.94 min

9.94 min · 5.19 km

Sadar Bazar Cantonment

+16.88 min

6.94 min · 3.54 km

Dashrathpuri

+23.08 min

2.75 min · 1.24 km

Dabri Mor - Janakpuri South

+25.71 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Janakpuri West

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·elevated14.2 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

29 min

Total time

stops

14.2 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Shankar Vihar	06:00	23:00	Towards Krishna Park Extension
Janakpuri West	06:00	23:00	Towards Shankar Vihar

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

1.92 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.88 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~57 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹40

Bike

₹96

Auto

₹200

Cab

₹362

Estimates for 14.2 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Shankar Vihar

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Arrival station

Janakpuri West

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Facilities

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