Esi Basaidarapur Moolchand Delhi Metro Route

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📍 Quick Answer: Esi Basaidarapur se Moolchand tak Delhi Metro mein approximately 30 minutes lagte hain, 13 stations se guzarte hue. Fare: ₹43 (Token) / ₹39 (Smart Card). 1 interchange hain is route par.
💰 ₹43 Token
💳 ₹39 Smart Card
⏱ 30 min
🚉 13 stations
📍 12.2 km
🔄 1 interchange
🌅 First: 5:00 AM
🌙 Last: 11:30 PM

📍 Route Overview

The Esi Basaidarapur to Moolchand metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 12.2 km in approximately 30 minutes. Commuters travel through 13 stations via the Pink Line, Violet Line lines. A train change at 1 interchange station is needed.

🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List

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Esi Basaidarapur PNK Platform 1 → Towards BURARI
Rajouri Garden PNK Platform 3 → Towards BURARI
Mayapuri PNK Platform 1 → Towards BURARI
Naraina Vihar PNK Platform 1 → Towards BURARI
Delhi Cantt PNK Platform 1 → Towards BURARI
Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus PNK Platform 1 → Towards BURARI
Sir Visvesvaraya Moti Bagh PNK Platform 1 → Towards BURARI
Bhikaji Cama Place PNK Platform 1 → Towards BURARI
Sarojini Nagar PNK Platform 1 → Towards BURARI
Dilli Haat Ina PNK Platform 3 → Towards BURARI
South Extension PNK Platform 1 → Towards BURARI
Lajpat Nagar PNK Platform 3 → Towards BURARI
🔄 Change: Pink LineViolet Line · Walk ~5 min
Moolchand VIO Platform 1 → Towards RAJA NAHAR SINGH

⏱ Distance & Travel Time

The total travel time from Esi Basaidarapur to Moolchand by Delhi Metro is approximately 30 minutes, covering a distance of 12.2 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.

💰 Fare Details

The metro fare from Esi Basaidarapur to Moolchand is calculated based on the distance of 12.2 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 interchange station on this journey:

Lajpat Nagar — Alight from Pink Line Platform 3 · Board Violet 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: 5:30 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:30 PM
⏱ Frequency: 4-7 minutes

💡 Travel Tips

  • Check the direction board carefully at interchange stations.
  • Women-only coaches are at the front of every Delhi Metro train.
  • Download the official DMRC app for real-time train tracking and recharge.
  • Token machines accept ₹10, ₹20, ₹50 and ₹100 notes and coins.
  • 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.

🔍 Interactive Route Finder

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

There are 13 stations between Esi Basaidarapur and Moolchand, including both the start and end stations.

The metro fare from Esi Basaidarapur to Moolchand 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 Esi Basaidarapur to Moolchand takes approximately 30 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 34 minutes total.

Yes — you need to change trains 1 time on this route. The step-by-step route above shows exactly where to change.

The metro route distance from Esi Basaidarapur to Moolchand is approximately 12.2 km.

The first metro from Esi Basaidarapur towards Moolchand departs at approximately 5:00 AM and the last train is at 11:30 PM. Trains run every 4-6 minutes during peak hours.

🌱 Environmental Impact — Why Take the Metro?

Taking the Delhi Metro from Esi Basaidarapur to Moolchand (12.2 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.

0.2g
🚇 Metro CO₂
per journey
1.5g
🚗 Car CO₂
per journey
1.3g
✅ CO₂ Saved
vs Car
₹4
💳 Smart Card
savings/trip
🌍 Metro vs Car: Taking the metro saves 1.3g 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 ₹4 (10% discount) on every trip.

Esi Basaidarapur Metro Station Moolchand Metro Station