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

The journey from Shastri Nagar to South Extension takes approximately 60 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 23.45 km across 15 stops.

What is the metro fare from Shastri Nagar to South Extension?

The token fare from Shastri Nagar to South Extension 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 Shastri Nagar for South Extension?

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

What is the last train from Shastri Nagar to South Extension?

The last train from Shastri Nagar towards Rithala departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from South Extension back towards Shastri Nagar departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Shastri Nagar to South Extension?

There are 15 stops between Shastri Nagar and South Extension on the Red Line. The stations are: Shastri Nagar, Inderlok.

Shastri Nagar To South Extension

ShortestShortest Route

Shastri Nagar

Platform 2·elevated·Red LineTowards Rithala

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

Inderlok

green interchange

Arrive Platform 2·elevated1.27 km

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

interchange Inderlok — 5 min

Platform 2 · Green Line ·Platform 2 Towards Brigadier Hoshiyar Singh

+5 min

Inderlok

red interchange

Platform 2·elevated·Green LineTowards Brigadier Hoshiyar Singh

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

Ashok Park Main

+3.63 min

3.63 min · 1.72 km

Punjabi Bagh

+7.51 min

3.88 min · 1.86 km

Punjabi Bagh West

pink interchange

Arrive Platform 2·elevated3.84 km

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

interchange Punjabi Bagh West — 5 min

Platform 2 · Pink Line ·Platform 2 Towards Shiv Vihar

+5 min

Punjabi Bagh West

green interchange

Platform 2·elevated·Pink LineTowards Shiv Vihar

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

ESI Hospital

+2.55 min

2.55 min · 1.13 km

Rajouri Garden

blue interchange

+5.78 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Sarojini Nagar

+33.45 min

2.61 min · 1.16 km

INA

yellow interchange

+35.91 min

2.46 min · 1.08 km

South Extension

Arrive Platform 2·underground18.34 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

60 min

Total time

stops

23.45 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Shastri Nagar	06:00	23:00	Towards Rithala
South Extension	06:00	23:00	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

₹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

3.17 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.45 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~94 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹50

Bike

₹150

Auto

₹312

Cab

₹566

Estimates for 23.45 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Shastri Nagar

elevated

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water

Arrival station

South Extension

underground

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsDrinking water