Dhaula Kuan Welcome Delhi Metro Route

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💰 ₹43 Token
💳 ₹39 Smart Card
⏱ 36 min
🚉 9 stations
📍 15.4 km
🔄 2 interchanges

📍 Route Overview

The Dhaula Kuan to Welcome metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 15.4 km in approximately 36 minutes. Commuters travel through 9 stations via the Orange Line, Yellow Line, Red Line lines. A train change at 2 interchange stations is needed.

🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List

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Dhaula Kuan ORG Platform 2 → Towards NEW DELHI
Shivaji Stadium ORG Platform 2 → Towards NEW DELHI
New Delhi ORG Platform 1 → Towards NEW DELHI
🔄 Change: Orange LineYellow Line · Walk ~5 min
Chawri Bazar YEL Platform 2 → Towards SAMAYPUR BADLI
Chandni Chowk YEL Platform 2 → Towards SAMAYPUR BADLI
Kashmere Gate YEL Platform 2 → Towards SAMAYPUR BADLI
🔄 Change: Yellow LineRed Line · Walk ~5 min
Shastri Park RED Platform 2 → Towards SHAHEED STHAL (NEW BUS ADDA)
Seelampur RED Platform 2 → Towards SHAHEED STHAL (NEW BUS ADDA)
Welcome RED Platform 2 → Towards SHAHEED STHAL (NEW BUS ADDA)

⏱ Distance & Travel Time

The total travel time from Dhaula Kuan to Welcome by Delhi Metro is approximately 36 minutes, covering a distance of 15.4 km.

This route requires 2 interchanges. Please allow an additional 3–5 minutes per interchange for platform change and waiting time. Total estimated journey time including interchange: approximately 44 minutes.

💰 Fare Details

The metro fare from Dhaula Kuan to Welcome is calculated based on the distance of 15.4 km as per the DMRC fare chart (w.e.f. August 2025).

Ticket TypeFareNotes
Token / QR Code₹43Buy at counter, token machine, or DMRC app
Smart Card₹3910% discount on token fare
Smart Card Off-Peak₹3120% off (off-peak hours)
Holiday / Sunday₹43Same as token fare
Tourist Card (1 Day)₹200Unlimited rides — valid from first trip
Tourist Card (3 Days)₹500Unlimited rides for 3 consecutive days
Children (under 3 yrs)FreeMust be accompanied by adult
⚠️ Ticketless Penalty₹250Always carry a valid ticket

🔄 Interchange Stations

You will need to change metro lines at the following 2 interchange stations on this journey:

New Delhi — Alight from Orange Line Platform 1 · Board Yellow Line Platform 2 · 🚶 ~5 min walk
Kashmere Gate — Alight from Yellow Line Platform 2 · Board Red Line Platform 4 · 🚶 ~5 min walk

🚇 Metro Lines & Train Timings

🌅 First Train: 4:45 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:30 PM
⏱ Frequency: 10-20 minutes
🌅 First Train: 5:15 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:45 PM
⏱ Frequency: 3-5 minutes
🌅 First Train: 5:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:30 PM
⏱ Frequency: 4-6 minutes

💡 Travel Tips

  • Smart Card balance can be checked at any yellow card reader inside the station.
  • Eating and drinking inside metro premises is strictly prohibited.
  • Disabled-friendly lifts and ramps are available at all interchange stations.
  • Use the last coach to exit near the escalator at most stations.
  • At interchange stations, follow colour-coded signboards to find your next platform quickly.
  • Download the official DMRC app for real-time train tracking, recharge, and travel updates.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

There are 9 stations between Dhaula Kuan and Welcome, including both the start and end stations.

The metro fare from Dhaula Kuan to Welcome is ₹43 for a Token/QR Code ticket and ₹39 with a Smart Card (10% discount). Off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹31.

The metro journey from Dhaula Kuan to Welcome takes approximately 36 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 44 minutes total.

Yes — you need to change trains 2 times on this route. The step-by-step route above shows exactly where to change.

The metro route distance from Dhaula Kuan to Welcome is approximately 15.4 km.

The first metro from Dhaula Kuan towards Welcome departs at approximately 4:45 AM and the last train is at 11:30 PM. Trains run every 10-20 minutes during peak hours.

Dhaula Kuan Metro Station Welcome Metro Station