Shahdara Akshardham Delhi Metro Route
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📍 Route Overview
The Shahdara to Akshardham metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 13 km in approximately 38 minutes. Commuters travel through 14 stations via the Red Line, Pink Line, Blue Line lines. A train change at 2 interchange stations is needed.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Shahdara to Akshardham by Delhi Metro is approximately 38 minutes, covering a distance of 13 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 46 minutes.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Shahdara to Akshardham is calculated based on the distance of 13 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
- 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 14 stations between Shahdara and Akshardham, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Shahdara to Akshardham 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 Shahdara to Akshardham takes approximately 38 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 46 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 Shahdara to Akshardham is approximately 13 km.
The first metro from Shahdara towards Akshardham 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 Shahdara to Akshardham (13 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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