Esi Basaidarapur Chandni Chowk Delhi Metro Route

ईएसआई बसाईदारापुर → चाँदनी चौक
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📍 Quick Answer: Esi Basaidarapur se Chandni Chowk tak Delhi Metro mein approximately 30 minutes lagte hain, 13 stations se guzarte hue. Fare: ₹32 (Token) / ₹29 (Smart Card). 1 interchange hain is route par.
💰 ₹32 Token
💳 ₹29 Smart Card
⏱ 30 min
🚉 13 stations
📍 11.6 km
🔄 1 interchange
🌅 First: 5:00 AM
🌙 Last: 11:30 PM

📍 Route Overview

The Delhi Metro route from Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk covers approximately 11.6 km with a travel time of around 30 minutes. The journey passes through 13 stations and requires 1 interchange.

This route uses the Pink Line, Yellow Line lines of the Delhi Metro network, connecting these two stations efficiently across Delhi NCR.

ईएसआई बसाईदारापुर से चाँदनी चौक — दिल्ली मेट्रो रूट, किराया और समय की पूरी जानकारी।

⏱ Distance & Travel Time

The total travel time from Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk by Delhi Metro is approximately 30 minutes, covering a distance of 11.6 km.

This route requires 1 interchange. Please allow an additional 3–5 minutes per interchange for platform change and waiting time. Total estimated journey time including interchange: approximately 34 minutes.

📍 Esi Basaidarapur → Chandni Chowk Route Map

🗺️ Esi Basaidarapur → Chandni Chowk — Delhi Metro Route Map
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💰 Fare Details

The metro fare from Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk is calculated based on the distance of 11.6 km as per the DMRC fare chart (w.e.f. August 2025).

Ticket TypeFareNotes
Token / QR Code₹32Buy at counter, token machine, or DMRC app
Smart Card₹2910% discount on token fare
Smart Card Off-Peak₹2320% off (off-peak hours)
Holiday / Sunday₹32Same 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 interchange station on this journey:

Azadpur — Alight from Pink Line Platform 4 ✓ ℹ️ Towards the next station - MAJLIS PARK ( + ) · Board Yellow Line Platform 1 ✓ · 🚶 ~5 min walk

🚇 Metro Lines & Train Timings

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

💡 Travel Tips

  • Avoid peak hours (8–10 AM and 5–8 PM) for a more comfortable commute.
  • Recharge your Smart Card to get 10% discount on every trip.
  • Stand to the right on escalators so others can walk past on the left.
  • Keep your metro token or card ready before reaching the exit gates.
  • 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.

📋 Journey Summary

In short: Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk takes about 30 minutes across 13 stations on Pink Line and Yellow Line, with 1 interchange, for a fare of ₹32.

🚇 Related Metro Lines

Pink Line — Full Station List & Timings Yellow Line — Full Station List & Timings

🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List

Click (+) on any station for details
Esi Basaidarapur ईएसआई बसाईदारापुर PNK Platform 2 ✓ ℹ️ Towards the next station - PUNJABI BAGH WEST ( + ) → Towards MAJLIS PARK
Punjabi Bagh West पंजाबी बाग वेस्ट PNK Platform 2 ✓ ℹ️ Towards the next station - SHAKURPUR ( + ) → Towards MAJLIS PARK
Shakurpur शकूरपुर PNK Platform 2 ✓ ℹ️ Towards the next station - NETAJI SUBHASH PLACE ( + ) → Towards MAJLIS PARK
Netaji Subhash Place नेताजी सुभाष प्लेस PNK Platform 4 ✓ ℹ️ Towards the next station - SHALIMAR BAGH ( + ) → Towards MAJLIS PARK
Shalimar Bagh शालीमार बाग PNK Platform 2 ✓ ℹ️ Towards the next station - AZADPUR ( + ) → Towards MAJLIS PARK
Azadpur आज़ादपुर PNK Platform 4 ✓ ℹ️ Towards the next station - MAJLIS PARK ( + ) → Towards MAJLIS PARK
🔄 Change Line: PNK → YEL
🚉 Get Down Here PNK Platform 4✓ → Towards Towards MAJLIS PARK
🚶 Walk ~5 min to next platform
🚆 Board Here YEL Platform 1✓ → Towards Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Model Town मॉडल टाउन YEL Platform 1 ✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Guru Teg Bahadur Nagar गुरु तेग बहादुर नगर YEL Platform 1 ✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Vishwavidyalaya विश्वविद्यालय YEL Platform 1 ✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Vidhan Sabha विधान सभा YEL Platform 1 ✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Civil Lines सिविल लाइंस YEL Platform 1 ✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Kashmere Gate कश्मीरी गेट YEL Platform 1 ✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Chandni Chowk चाँदनी चौक YEL Platform 1 ✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE

📍 Nearby Routes from Esi Basaidarapur

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (25 questions)

There are 13 stations between Esi Basaidarapur and Chandni Chowk by Delhi Metro (including both the source and destination stations).

The Delhi Metro journey from Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk takes approximately 30 minutes. This estimate does not include waiting time at interchange stations.

The Delhi Metro fare from Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk is ₹32 for a token and ₹29 with a Smart Card (10% discount). The off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹23.

The Delhi Metro route distance from Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk is approximately 11.6 km.

Using a Smart Card for the Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk journey saves ₹3 compared to a token. Smart Card: ₹29 vs Token: ₹32.

The last Delhi Metro train from Esi Basaidarapur towards Chandni Chowk is at approximately 11:30 PM on the Pink Line. Plan your journey accordingly.

No. The Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk route requires 1 interchange. Follow the colour-coded signboards.

Check the platform board at Esi Basaidarapur for the train going towards Chandni Chowk. Platform Platform No. 2 heads towards Towards start (2). Platform Platform No. 1 heads towards Towards end (1).

The reverse journey from Chandni Chowk to Esi Basaidarapur takes the same time (~30 min) and distance (11.6 km). The fare is also ₹32 (token) / ₹29 (Smart Card).

The Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk route has 1 interchange. See the step-by-step section above for which stations to change at.

The best time to travel from Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk is before 8:00 AM or after 8:30 PM on weekdays to avoid peak-hour crowds. Off-peak also gives a Smart Card discount.

Use the Delhi Metro Route Finder on this page: enter Esi Basaidarapur as source and Chandni Chowk as destination for the optimal route, station count, travel time, fare, and interchange details.

No. Delhi Metro does not run at midnight. The last train from Esi Basaidarapur towards Chandni Chowk is at approximately 11:30 PM. For late-night travel, use pre-booked cabs or Delhi Night Bus.

Delhi Metro allows luggage up to 25 kg or 60 cm × 45 cm × 25 cm free of charge on the Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk route. Oversized items may be restricted. All bags go through X-ray at entry.

Delhi Metro is one of the safest transit systems in India. The Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk route is covered by CISF security, CCTV at all stations, and dedicated women-only coaches on every train.

Stations on the Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk route have lifts, ramps, tactile paths, and wheelchair assistance. Contact the Station Master for dedicated support.

The official DMRC app "Delhi Metro Rail" (Android and iOS) shows real-time schedules, platform numbers, and route maps for the Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk journey.

The off-peak Smart Card fare from Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk is ₹23. Off-peak hours are before 8:00 AM and after 8:00 PM on weekdays, and all day on Sundays and public holidays.

Yes. A Smart Card saves ₹3 on the Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk route (₹29 vs ₹32 token). Smart Cards also skip the token queue and offer off-peak discounts.

Delhi Metro does not currently offer route-specific monthly passes for Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk. A Smart Card at ₹29 per trip is the most economical regular commuting option.

By taking Delhi Metro instead of a car, you save approximately 1 kg of CO₂ on the Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk journey (11.6 km). Metro emits ~89g CO₂/passenger-km vs ~210g for a private car.

Smart Card passengers save ₹3 (10%) on the Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk route. Token/QR fare is ₹32; Smart Card fare is ₹29. Recharge at any Delhi Metro station or via the DMRC app.

The Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk route has 1 interchange. The Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk route has 1 interchange. See the step-by-step section above for which stations to change at.

Yes. On every train between Esi Basaidarapur and Chandni Chowk, the first coach in the direction of travel is reserved for women, marked with pink signage. Men may travel in it only while accompanying a woman, child, or senior/differently-abled passenger.

Travelling from Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk, let passengers exit before boarding, queue on the marked platform lines, stand right on escalators, avoid loud calls or music, and offer priority seats to those who need them — especially useful advice if you're changing lines en route.

💡 Smart Travel Tips — Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk

⏰ Best Time to Travel
Avoid 8–10 AM and 5:30–8:30 PM peak hours. Travel before 8 AM or after 9 PM for a comfortable 30-minute journey. Sunday mornings are the least crowded.
💳 Smart Card Saves Money
Token fare: ₹32 · Smart Card: ₹29 (10% off)
Monthly savings: ₹1276 for daily commuters.
🚇 Platform Tips
Board from the front coaches at interchange stations — closest to exits. Off-peak Smart Card gives extra 20% discount before 8 AM and after 8 PM.
🌙 Last Train Alert
Last metro from Esi Basaidarapur: 11:30 PM
Miss it? Book Ola/Uber from station exit or use DMRC helpline 155370.

🌱 Environmental Impact — Why Take the Metro?

Taking the Delhi Metro from Esi Basaidarapur to Chandni Chowk (11.6 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.

0.2g
🚇 Metro CO₂
per journey
1.4g
🚗 Car CO₂
per journey
1.2g
✅ CO₂ Saved
vs Car
₹3
💳 Smart Card
savings/trip
🌍 Metro vs Car: Taking the metro saves 1.2g CO₂ on this journey. Delhi Metro's electric fleet runs on ~30% renewable energy, making it one of India's greenest transit systems.  · 💳 Use a Smart Card to save an additional ₹3 (10% discount) on every trip.
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