Patel Nagar Dilshad Garden Delhi Metro Route
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📍 Route Overview
The Patel Nagar to Dilshad Garden metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 18.4 km in approximately 46 minutes. Commuters travel through 17 stations via the Blue Line, Yellow Line, Red Line lines. A train change at 2 interchange stations is needed.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Patel Nagar to Dilshad Garden by Delhi Metro is approximately 46 minutes, covering a distance of 18.4 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 54 minutes.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Patel Nagar to Dilshad Garden is calculated based on the distance of 18.4 km as per the DMRC fare chart (w.e.f. August 2025).
| Ticket Type | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Token / QR Code | ₹43 | Buy at counter, token machine, or DMRC app |
| Smart Card | ₹39 | 10% discount on token fare |
| Smart Card Off-Peak | ₹31 | 20% off (off-peak hours) |
| Holiday / Sunday | ₹43 | Same as token fare |
| Tourist Card (1 Day) | ₹200 | Unlimited rides — valid from first trip |
| Tourist Card (3 Days) | ₹500 | Unlimited rides for 3 consecutive days |
| Children (under 3 yrs) | Free | Must be accompanied by adult |
| ⚠️ Ticketless Penalty | ₹250 | Always carry a valid ticket |
🔄 Interchange Stations
You will need to change metro lines at the following 2 interchange stations on this journey:
🚇 Metro Lines & Train Timings
💡 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 17 stations between Patel Nagar and Dilshad Garden, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Patel Nagar to Dilshad Garden 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 Patel Nagar to Dilshad Garden takes approximately 46 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 54 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 Patel Nagar to Dilshad Garden is approximately 18.4 km.
The first metro from Patel Nagar towards Dilshad Garden departs at approximately 5:30 AM and the last train is at 11:30 PM. Trains run every 3-6 minutes during peak hours.
🌱 Environmental Impact — Why Take the Metro?
Taking the Delhi Metro from Patel Nagar to Dilshad Garden (18.4 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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