Preet Vihar Shalimar Bagh Delhi Metro Route
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📍 Route Overview
The Preet Vihar to Shalimar Bagh metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 17.6 km in approximately 43 minutes. Commuters travel through 19 stations via the Blue Line Branch, Pink Line lines. A train change at 1 interchange station is needed.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Preet Vihar to Shalimar Bagh by Delhi Metro is approximately 43 minutes, covering a distance of 17.6 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 47 minutes.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Preet Vihar to Shalimar Bagh is calculated based on the distance of 17.6 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 interchange station on this journey:
🚇 Metro Lines & Train Timings
💡 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.
🔍 Interactive Route Finder
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
There are 19 stations between Preet Vihar and Shalimar Bagh, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Preet Vihar to Shalimar Bagh 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 Preet Vihar to Shalimar Bagh takes approximately 43 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 47 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 Preet Vihar to Shalimar Bagh is approximately 17.6 km.
The first metro from Preet Vihar towards Shalimar Bagh departs at approximately 5:30 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 Preet Vihar to Shalimar Bagh (17.6 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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