How long does it take from Shastri Nagar to AIIMS by metro?

The journey from Shastri Nagar to AIIMS takes approximately 42 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 16.21 km across 15 stops.

What is the metro fare from Shastri Nagar to AIIMS?

The token fare from Shastri Nagar to AIIMS 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 Shastri Nagar for AIIMS?

At Shastri Nagar, board from Platform 1 (elevated station). The train runs towards Shaheed Sthal. Look for the electronic board showing "Shaheed Sthal".

What is the last train from Shastri Nagar to AIIMS?

The last train from Shastri Nagar towards Shaheed Sthal departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from AIIMS back towards Shastri Nagar departs at 23:20.

How many stops from Shastri Nagar to AIIMS?

There are 15 stops between Shastri Nagar and AIIMS on the Red Line. The stations are: Shastri Nagar, Pratap Nagar, Pulbangash, Tis Hazari, Kashmere Gate.

Shastri Nagar To AIIMS

ShortestShortest Route

Shastri Nagar

Platform 1·elevated·Red LineTowards Shaheed Sthal

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

Pratap Nagar

+2.45 min

2.45 min · 1.07 km

Pulbangash

+4.71 min

2.26 min · 0.97 km

Tis Hazari

+7.57 min

2.86 min · 1.3 km

Kashmere Gate

violet interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.52 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

Jor Bagh

+21.75 min

3.08 min · 1.42 km

INA

pink interchange

+24.83 min

3.08 min · 1.42 km

AIIMS

Arrive Platform 2·underground11.69 km

First train: 06:26Last train: 23:38

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

42 min

Total time

stops

16.21 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Shastri Nagar	06:00	23:00	Towards Shaheed Sthal
AIIMS	06:26	23:38	Towards Shastri Nagar

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

2.19 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.01 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~65 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹40

Bike

₹108

Auto

₹224

Cab

₹406

Estimates for 16.21 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Shastri Nagar

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

AIIMS

underground

Weekdays: 06:24 – 23:38(Sundays from 06:54)

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Key exits

AIIMS Main Gate / Aurobindo Marg· AIIMS Hospital Gate 1, Safdarjung Hospital direction♿

AIIMS Trauma Centre / Ring Road· AIIMS Trauma Centre, Sri Aurobindo Marg south side♿

Ansari Nagar· AIIMS faculty quarters, Ansari Nagar market

AIIMS campus west gate· AIIMS PG hostel area, AIIMS Nursing College♿

Gate 1 is the primary exit for AIIMS OPD. Very crowded during daytime. Gate 2 for Trauma Centre emergencies.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMDrinking water