An Overview of the Delhi Metro – Routes, Timings, and Metro Recharge

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One of the most extensive and busy rail networks in the nation, the Delhi Metro line links different points in and around the National Capital Region (NCR). Numerous commuters benefit daily from the system’s simple and comfortable rides. The Delhi Metro line avoids the exhausting traffic jams and soaring pollution of the city. 

The metro line has reduced the price and ease of travel throughout the NCR. With several metro stations on every corner of the city, there are 10 active coloured metro lines with over 286 metro stations, running 2,700 trips every day.

The Delhi metro route is a relatively inexpensive and dependable means of travelling to work in Delhi NCR because it spans a considerable distance from Gurgaon to Noida and Faridabad to Ghaziabad. The advent of the Express Airport Metro Line is the icing on the cake. The Delhi Metro is a secure option for female passengers travelling alone. 

This article will provide you with simple tips and appropriate etiquette for utilising the Delhi Metro Line.

Delhi Metro Routes

The Delhi Metro Line route runs throughout Delhi NCR, enabling connectivity to different parts of the city. Delhi Metro Line has 10 active coloured lines and the Airport Express Line, which constitute 286 stations running on 350 km of track. Listed below are the DMRC and Airport Express Line routes.

Metro LineDestination
Red LineRithala to Dilshad Garden to Shaheed Sthal
Blue LineDwarka Sec-21 to Noida City Centre to Noida Electronic City
Blue LineDwarka Sec-21 to Vaishali
Yellow LineSamaypur Badli to Jahangirpuri to Vishwavidyalaya to Huda City Centre
Green LineInder Lok to Kirti Nagar to Mundka to Bahadurgarh City to Brig. Hoshiar Singh
Magenta LineJanakpuri West to Botanical Garden
Pink LineMajlis Park to Shiv Vihar
Violet LineKashmere Gate to Central Secretariat to Badarpur to Raja Nahar Singh
Orange LineDwarka Sector 21 to New Delhi
Grey LineDwarka to Dhansa Bus Stand
Airport Express LineNew Delhi to Terminal 3 IGI Airport

Delhi Metro Timings

The regular Delhi Metro line hours are from 5:30 am to 11:30 pm. The first and last train timings change depending on each station. Similarly, the Airport Metro Express line operates from 4.45 am to 11.30 pm. 

During peak hours, the duration of the Delhi metro line is roughly 2-3 minutes, while it is 5–10 minutes during off-peak hours. The complete list of Delhi Metro timings is provided below. One can check the Delhi metro timings of the first and last stations closest to the final desired destination.

The Delhi Metro Line solely has 10 coloured lines with over 286 stations. The following list gives a detailed description of the first and last train timings based on the coloured lines and their specific stations. 

Rithala ↔️ Dilshad Garden ↔️ Shaheed Sthal – Red Line
First Train – Delhi Metro Timing
Rithala5:25 amDilshad Garden
Rithala5:25 amShaheed Sthal New Bus Adda
Dilshad Garden5:30 amRithala
Shaheed Sthal New Bus Adda5:30 amRithala
Last Train – Delhi Metro Timing
Rithala11:31 pmDilshad Garden
Rithala11:31 pmShaheed Sthal New Bus Adda
Dilshad Garden11:16 pmRithala
Shaheed Sthal New Bus Adda11:00 pmRithala
Samaypur Badli ↔️ Jahangirpuri ↔️ Vishwavidyalaya ↔️ Huda City CentreYellow Line
First Train – Delhi Metro Timing
Samaypur Badli5:50 amHuda City Centre
Jahangirpuri6 amHuda City Centre
Vishwavidyalaya5 amHuda City Centre
Huda City Centre5:45 amSamaypur Badli
Last Train – Delhi Metro Timing
Samaypur Badli11:10 pmHuda City Centre
Jahangirpuri11:17 pmHuda City Centre
Vishwavidyalaya11:27 pmHuda City Centre
Huda City Centre11:30 pmSamaypur Badli
Dwarka Sector-21 ↔️ Noida City Centre ↔️ Noida Electronic City – Blue Line
First Train – Delhi Metro Timing
Dwarka Sec-216 amNoida City Centre
Dwarka Sec-216 amNoida Electronic City
Noida City Centre5:40 amDwarka Sec-21
Noida Electronic City5:45 amDwarka Sec-21
Last Train – Delhi Metro Timing
Dwarka Sec-2110:32 pmNoida City Centre
Dwarka Sec-2110:32 pmNoida Electronic City
Noida City Centre11:05 pmDwarka Sec-21
Noida Electronic City10:52 pmDwarka Sec-21
Dwarka Sector 21 ↔️ Vaishali – Blue Line
First Train – Delhi Metro Timing
Dwarka Sec-216 amVaishali
Vaishali6 amDwarka Sec-21
Last Train – Delhi Metro Timing
Dwarka Sec-2110:50 PMVaishali
Vaishali11:05 PMDwarka Sec-21
Inderlok ⇔ Kirti Nagar ↔️ Mundka ⇔ Bahadurgarh City ↔️ Brig. Hoshiar Singh Green Line
First Train – Delhi Metro Timing
Inderlok6 amMundka
Inderlok5:37 amKirti Nagar
Mundka5:25 amInderlok
Bahadurgarh City6:18 amInderlok
Brig. Hoshiar Singh6:15 amInderlok
Mundka5:10 amKirti Nagar
Bahadurgarh City6:03 amKirti Nagar
Brig. Hoshiar Singh6 amKirti Nagar
Last Train – Delhi Metro Timing
Inderlok11:30 pmMundka
Inderlok10:49 pmKirti Nagar
Mundka11 pmInderlok
Bahadurgarh City10 pmInderlok
Brig. Hoshiar Singh10:40 pmInderlok
Mundka11:06 pmKirti Nagar
Bahadurgarh City10:49 pmKirti Nagar
Brig. Hoshiar Singh10:46 pmKirti Nagar
Kashmere Gate ↔️ Central Secretariat ↔️ Badarpur ↔️ Raja Nahar Singh – Violet Line
First Train – Delhi Metro Timing
Kashmere Gate6 amRaja Nahar Singh
Central Secretariat6 amBadarpur
Central Secretariat6 amRaja Nahar Singh
Badarpur6 amCentral Secretariat
Raja Nahar Singh5:48 amCentral Secretariat
Last Train – Delhi Metro Timing
Kashmere Gate11:35 pmRaja Nahar Singh
Central Secretariat11:50 pmBadarpur
Central Secretariat11:50 pmRaja Nahar Singh
Badarpur11:03 pmCentral Secretariat
Raja Nahar Singh10:36 pmCentral Secretariat
Dwarka Sector 21 ↔️ New Delhi – Orange Line
First Train – Delhi Metro Timing
Dwarka Sec-216 amNew Delhi
New Delhi5:39 amDwarka Sec-21
Last Train – Delhi Metro Timing
Dwarka Sec-2111:05 pmNew Delhi
New Delhi11:23 pmDwarka Sec-21
Janakpuri West  ↔️ Botanical Garden – Magenta Line
First Train – Delhi Metro Timing
Janakpuri West5:10 AMBotanical Garden
Botanical Garden5:46 AMJanakpuri West
Last Train – Delhi Metro Timing
Janakpuri West10:59 PMBotanical Garden
Botanical Garden11:09 PMJanakpuri West
Majlis Park  ↔️ Shiv Vihar – Pink Line
First Train- Delhi Metro Timing
Majlis Park6 amShiv Vihar
Shiv Vihar6 amMajlis Park
Last Train – Delhi Metro Timing
Majlis Park10:10 PMShiv Vihar
Shiv Vihar10:30 PMMajlis Park
Dwarka ↔️ Dhansa Bus Stand – Grey Line
Monday to Sunday
First Train- Delhi Metro Timing
Dwarka5:55 amDhansa Bus Stand
Dhansa Bus Stand5:55 amDwarka
Last Train – Delhi Metro Timing
Dwarka11 pmDhansa Bus Stand
Dhansa Bus Stand11 pmDwarka
New Delhi  ↔️ Terminal 3 – Airport Express Line
First Train – Delhi Metro Timing
New Delhi4:45 amTerminal 3
Terminal 34:45 amNew Delhi
Last Train – Delhi Metro Timing
New Delhi11:30 pmTerminal 3
Terminal 311:30 pmNew Delhi

Delhi Metro Holiday Details

The Delhi Metro prices vary on Sundays and public holidays. The prices are listed below based on the number of kilometres travelled. In addition, having a ‘smart card’ entitles you to 10% off of the original price. There would be a 20% discount on Sundays and public holidays.

Smart card users will also receive a 20% discount while travelling between the off-peak hours of 6-8 am, 12 pm, 5 pm, and 9 pm, in addition to Sundays and holidays. This implies a double discount. 

Distance (km)Fare (for Sundays and holidays)
0-12 kmRs. 10
12-21 kmRs. 20
21-32 kmRs. 30
> 32 kmRs. 40

Delhi Metro Fare Details 

Travelling on the Delhi Metro line is effortless with a metro token for a single journey or a metro card. The Delhi Metro fares are reasonable as per the distance covered. Depending on the number of kilometres travelled, the Delhi Metro fares vary. Listed below are the fares for the Delhi Metro Line and Airport Express Line. 


Distance
DMRC Fare
Time Limit
Monday to SaturdaySunday/ Public Holidays
0-2 kmRs. 10Rs. 10

65 minutes
2-5 kmRs. 20Rs. 10
5-12 kmRs. 30Rs. 20
12-21 kmRs. 40Rs. 30100 minutes
21-32 kmRs. 50Rs. 40
180 minutes
Above 32 kmRs. 60Rs. 50
Airport Express Line (Single Token Journey)
StationNew DelhiShivaji StadiumDhaula KuanDelhi AerocityIGI AirportDwarka Sector 21
New DelhiRs.10Rs.20Rs.40Rs.50Rs.60Rs.60
Shivaji StadiumRs.20Rs.10Rs.20Rs.30Rs.50Rs.60
Dhaula KuanRs.40Rs.20Rs.10Rs.20Rs.30Rs.50
Delhi AerocityRs.50Rs.30Rs.20Rs.10Rs.20Rs.30
IGI AirportRs.60Rs.50Rs.30Rs.20Rs.10Rs.20
Dwarka Sec 21Rs.60Rs.60Rs.50Rs.30Rs.20Rs.10

Delhi Metro Smart Card

The Delhi Metro Line offers two ways of travelling either with a token, which is for a single journey, or a Metro Smart Card. Metro tokens are available at counters in every metro station. 

Metro tokens are permitted for only a single journey with 1-day validity. Travelling with a metro token means one will have to exit the station within 170 minutes of buying the token. Post the time limit, there are penalty charges of Rs. 10 per hour and Rs. 50 maximum, subject to the time limit. 

How to Avail a Delhi Metro Smart Card?

Every metro station features metro card machines for recharge/top-up as well as counters that hand out metro smart cards for the desired amount. 

The first-time amount for a smart card is Rs. 150, including Rs. 50 for refundable security. Following the first time, Delhi Metro fare for Smart Card recharge starts at Rs 200 and can go up to Rs 3000 and can only be used for metro rides. The Smart Card is valid for 1 year after every recharge, with a maximum validity of up to 10 years. 

Benefits of Delhi Metro Smart Card

Travelling with a Smart Metro Card on the Delhi Metro line is hassle-free and convenient for passengers who commute on the metro daily. There are numerous benefits to possessing a smart card. They are as follows –

  • Travel to any destination without using a token, which is only for a single journey.
  • To purchase a smart card, there is no need for ID proof.
  • Every metro journey worth Rs.100 gives a discount of Rs.10.
  • Recharge a smart card once for between Rs. 200 and Rs. 2000 and return it at any time to receive the remaining funds.
  • Smart Cards reduce waiting time in a queue to get metro tokens.
  • Free access to and from any metro station.
  • Any member of your family may travel using the same card as you.
  • If the Smart Card is damaged or expires, commuters can request a refund from the Customer Care Centre at any metro station.
  • Validity of a smart card adds up from the last date of the recharge. The validity of the smart card is up to 10 years.
  • If entry or exit is from the same station, no discount is applicable on the ride.
  • If the card is damaged, the security deposit of Rs 50 will not be reimbursed.

How to Recharge the Delhi Metro Card?

The Delhi Metro Line offers numerous platforms to recharge the smart card. They are –

  • Recharge counters at the metro stations
  • Smart Card Self-Recharge Vending Kiosks
  • Online Recharge Top Up on the DMRC Smart Card Portal – dmrcsmartcard.com
  • Online Recharge via digital platforms such as Paytm, Google Pay, Phone Pe

 Steps on How to Recharge Smart Metro Card on DMRC’s Official Website:

  1. Visit the DMRC website, then click on the ‘Quick Top-up’ tab at the top of the homepage.
  2. First enter account information and smart card number and then the given captcha code.
  3. Using a digital wallet, a credit card, a debit card, or online banking, secure transactions are possible.
  4. Visit the ‘Add Value Machines’ next to the customer service at any DMRC Metro Station to recharge/top up your smart card.

How to Check Delhi Metro Card Balance?

Through customer service counters, automatic vending machines, and while leaving the metro, users can check the balance on their metro cards. The exit gate will reflect the current balance as you swipe the smart card. The Delhi Metro line does not offer the ability to check the balance online.

Delhi Metro Helpline Number 

Delhi Metro Line is safe and secure, and the authorities have taken measures to do the same. The metro authorities have designed helpline numbers for different situations or issues. They are as follows –

DMRC 24×7 Helpline Number155370
DMRC Missing, Separated, Women, Child and Specially Abled Commuters Helpline Number011-234154808800550490
CISF Unit DMRC 24×7 Helpline Number155655
Delhi Police Control Room Number112
Delhi Police Unit Delhi Metro Number1511
Women Helpline Number1091
Senior Citizen Helpine Number10911291

FAQs

Are Delhi Metro 24 hours?

Delhi Metro operates from 5 am to 11:30 pm completing over 2,700 trips daily.

Who operates the Delhi Metro system?

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation is in charge of operating the Delhi Metro Line.

How many metro stations are there in Delhi?

There are 286 metro stations in Delhi. The metro line network operates from Delhi to Noida and Ghaziabad in Uttar Pradesh and has expanded to Gurgaon, Faridabad, Bahadurgarh, and Ballabgarh in Haryana.

How many coaches do the trains have in the Delhi metro?

The Delhi Metro Line features 8-coach trains. However, certain metro lines include 4-coach trains, with 336 trains operating across all of Delhi’s corridors.

Is wearing a mask mandatory in the Delhi metro?

Yes, it is mandatory to wear masks in the metro for health and safety reasons.

When did the metro start in Delhi?

On December 25, 2002, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation opened its first train between Shahdara and Tis Hazari.

Which is the longest metro line in Delhi?

The Pink line is the longest metro line, with 38 stations from Majlis Park to Shiv Vihar.

Is Delhi Metro in profit?

As per reports, the Delhi Metro line reported operational gains before the pandemic of Rs 758 crore in 2019–2020, but after its loan balance was taken into account, it fell into the red spot. The Delhi Metro paid back its debt as of March 31, 2022, for a total of Rs 8,199 crore, including interest of Rs 4,002 crores.

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