Shahdara Rithala Delhi Metro Route
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📍 Route Overview
The Delhi Metro route from Shahdara to Rithala covers approximately 23.3 km with a travel time of around 39 minutes. The journey passes through 18 stations on a single direct line — no interchange needed.
This route uses the Red Line line of the Delhi Metro network, connecting these two stations efficiently across Delhi NCR.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Shahdara to Rithala by Delhi Metro is approximately 39 minutes, covering a distance of 23.3 km.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Shahdara to Rithala is calculated based on the distance of 23.3 km as per the DMRC fare chart (w.e.f. August 2025).
| Ticket Type | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Token / QR Code | ₹54 | Buy at counter, token machine, or DMRC app |
| Smart Card | ₹49 | 10% discount on token fare |
| Smart Card Off-Peak | ₹39 | 20% off (off-peak hours) |
| Holiday / Sunday | ₹54 | 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 |
🚇 Metro Lines & Train Timings
💡 Travel Tips
- Trains run every 2–4 minutes during peak hours on major lines.
- DMRC prepaid auto counters inside stations offer fair, fixed-rate rides.
- Keep luggage to carry-on size — bags over 60 cm are chargeable.
- Lost property can be reported at the nearest station master office.
- Download the official DMRC app for real-time train tracking, recharge, and travel updates.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
There are 18 stations between Shahdara and Rithala, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Shahdara to Rithala is ₹54 for a Token/QR Code ticket and ₹49 with a Smart Card (10% discount). Off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹39.
The metro journey from Shahdara to Rithala takes approximately 39 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 39 minutes total.
No — Shahdara to Rithala is a direct route on a single metro line. No train change is required.
The metro route distance from Shahdara to Rithala is approximately 23.3 km.
The first metro from Shahdara towards Rithala 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 Rithala (23.3 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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