Shalimar Bagh Rajiv Chowk Delhi Metro Route

शालीमार बाग → राजीव चौक
⇄ Reverse Route
📍 Quick Answer: Shalimar Bagh se Rajiv Chowk tak Delhi Metro mein approximately 28 minutes lagte hain, 12 stations se guzarte hue. Fare: ₹32 (Token) / ₹29 (Smart Card). 1 interchange hain is route par.
💰 ₹32 Token
💳 ₹29 Smart Card
⏱ 28 min
🚉 12 stations
📍 10.7 km
🔄 1 interchange
🌅 First: 5:00 AM
🌙 Last: 11:30 PM

📍 Route Overview

The Delhi Metro route from Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk covers approximately 10.7 km with a travel time of around 28 minutes. The journey passes through 12 stations and requires 1 interchange.

This route uses the Pink Line, Yellow Line lines of the Delhi Metro network, connecting these two stations efficiently across Delhi NCR.

शालीमार बाग से राजीव चौक — दिल्ली मेट्रो रूट, किराया और समय की पूरी जानकारी।

⏱ Distance & Travel Time

The total travel time from Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk by Delhi Metro is approximately 28 minutes, covering a distance of 10.7 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 32 minutes.

📍 Shalimar Bagh → Rajiv Chowk Route Map

🗺️ Shalimar Bagh → Rajiv Chowk — Delhi Metro Route Map
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💰 Fare Details

The metro fare from Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk is calculated based on the distance of 10.7 km as per the DMRC fare chart (w.e.f. August 2025).

Ticket TypeFareNotes
Token / QR Code₹32Buy at counter, token machine, or DMRC app
Smart Card₹2910% discount on token fare
Smart Card Off-Peak₹2320% off (off-peak hours)
Holiday / Sunday₹32Same 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:

Azadpur — Alight from Pink Line Platform 4 ✓ ℹ️ Towards the next station - MAJLIS PARK ( + ) · Board Yellow 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: 5:15 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:45 PM
⏱ Frequency: 3-5 minutes

💡 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.
  • 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.

📋 Journey Summary

In short: Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk takes about 28 minutes across 12 stations on Pink Line and Yellow Line, with 1 interchange, for a fare of ₹32.

🚇 Related Metro Lines

Pink Line — Full Station List & Timings Yellow Line — Full Station List & Timings

🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List

Click (+) on any station for details
Shalimar Bagh शालीमार बाग PNK Platform 2 ✓ ℹ️ Towards the next station - AZADPUR ( + ) → Towards MAJLIS PARK
Azadpur आज़ादपुर PNK Platform 4 ✓ ℹ️ Towards the next station - MAJLIS PARK ( + ) → Towards MAJLIS PARK
🔄 Change Line: PNK → YEL
🚉 Get Down Here PNK Platform 4✓ → Towards Towards MAJLIS PARK
🚶 Walk ~5 min to next platform
🚆 Board Here YEL Platform 1✓ → Towards Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Model Town मॉडल टाउन YEL Platform 1 ✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Guru Teg Bahadur Nagar गुरु तेग बहादुर नगर YEL Platform 1 ✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Vishwavidyalaya विश्वविद्यालय YEL Platform 1 ✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Vidhan Sabha विधान सभा YEL Platform 1 ✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Civil Lines सिविल लाइंस YEL Platform 1 ✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Kashmere Gate कश्मीरी गेट YEL Platform 1 ✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Chandni Chowk चाँदनी चौक YEL Platform 1 ✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Chawri Bazar चावड़ी बाज़ार YEL Platform 1 ✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
New Delhi नई दिल्ली YEL Platform 1 ✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Rajiv Chowk राजीव चौक YEL Platform 1 ✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE

📍 Nearby Routes from Shalimar Bagh

Shalimar Bagh → Majlis Park Shalimar Bagh → Azadpur Shalimar Bagh → Netaji Subhash Place Shalimar Bagh → Shakurpur

🔍 Interactive Route Finder

Get step-by-step directions, platform numbers, fares, and interchange details using the full interactive finder.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (25 questions)

The Delhi Metro route from Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk is via the Pink Line and Yellow Line. The journey covers 12 stations via the Pink Line and Yellow Line. Use the interactive route finder above to get step-by-step directions.

There are 12 stations between Shalimar Bagh and Rajiv Chowk by Delhi Metro (including both the source and destination stations).

The Delhi Metro fare from Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk is ₹32 for a token and ₹29 with a Smart Card (10% discount). The off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹23.

Yes — you need to change trains at 1 interchange station. See the step-by-step route above.

The Delhi Metro route distance from Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk is approximately 10.7 km.

The first Delhi Metro train from Shalimar Bagh towards Rajiv Chowk departs at approximately 5:00 AM on the Pink Line.

The last Delhi Metro train from Shalimar Bagh towards Rajiv Chowk is at approximately 11:30 PM on the Pink Line. Plan your journey accordingly.

No. The Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk route requires 1 interchange. Follow the colour-coded signboards.

Check the platform board at Shalimar Bagh for the train going towards Rajiv Chowk. Platform Platform No. 2 heads towards Towards start (2). Platform Platform No. 1 heads towards Towards end (1).

The reverse journey from Rajiv Chowk to Shalimar Bagh takes the same time (~28 min) and distance (10.7 km). The fare is also ₹32 (token) / ₹29 (Smart Card).

The Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk route has 1 interchange. See the step-by-step section above for which stations to change at.

The best time to travel from Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk is before 8:00 AM or after 8:30 PM on weekdays to avoid peak-hour crowds. Off-peak also gives a Smart Card discount.

Use the Delhi Metro Route Finder on this page: enter Shalimar Bagh as source and Rajiv Chowk as destination for the optimal route, station count, travel time, fare, and interchange details.

No. Delhi Metro does not run at midnight. The last train from Shalimar Bagh towards Rajiv Chowk is at approximately 11:30 PM. For late-night travel, use pre-booked cabs or Delhi Night Bus.

Delhi Metro is one of the safest transit systems in India. The Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk route is covered by CISF security, CCTV at all stations, and dedicated women-only coaches on every train.

Yes. Every Delhi Metro train on the Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk route has at least one dedicated women-only coach at the front of the train, marked with a pink colour band.

Stations on the Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk route have lifts, ramps, tactile paths, and wheelchair assistance. Contact the Station Master for dedicated support.

The official DMRC app "Delhi Metro Rail" (Android and iOS) shows real-time schedules, platform numbers, and route maps for the Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk journey.

The off-peak Smart Card fare from Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk is ₹23. Off-peak hours are before 8:00 AM and after 8:00 PM on weekdays, and all day on Sundays and public holidays.

Bicycles are permitted on select routes during off-peak hours (before 8 AM and after 8 PM on weekdays, all day weekends) at no extra charge, subject to space availability.

Delhi Metro does not currently offer route-specific monthly passes for Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk. A Smart Card at ₹29 per trip is the most economical regular commuting option.

By taking Delhi Metro instead of a car, you save approximately 1 kg of CO₂ on the Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk journey (10.7 km). Metro emits ~89g CO₂/passenger-km vs ~210g for a private car.

Smart Card passengers save ₹3 (10%) on the Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk route. Token/QR fare is ₹32; Smart Card fare is ₹29. Recharge at any Delhi Metro station or via the DMRC app.

The Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk route has 1 interchange. The Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk route has 1 interchange. See the step-by-step section above for which stations to change at.

Yes. Buy a QR code ticket via the DMRC Momentum 2.0 app or WhatsApp chatbot for your Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk trip. Scan it at the AFC gate at Shalimar Bagh to enter, then scan again at Rajiv Chowk to exit — valid for one journey, usually within 130 minutes.

💡 Smart Travel Tips — Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk

⏰ Best Time to Travel
Avoid 8–10 AM and 5:30–8:30 PM peak hours. Travel before 8 AM or after 9 PM for a comfortable 28-minute journey. Sunday mornings are the least crowded.
💳 Smart Card Saves Money
Token fare: ₹32 · Smart Card: ₹29 (10% off)
Monthly savings: ₹1276 for daily commuters.
🚇 Platform Tips
Board from the front coaches at interchange stations — closest to exits. Off-peak Smart Card gives extra 20% discount before 8 AM and after 8 PM.
🌙 Last Train Alert
Last metro from Shalimar Bagh: 11:30 PM
Miss it? Book Ola/Uber from station exit or use DMRC helpline 155370.

🌱 Environmental Impact — Why Take the Metro?

Taking the Delhi Metro from Shalimar Bagh to Rajiv Chowk (10.7 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.

0.2g
🚇 Metro CO₂
per journey
1.3g
🚗 Car CO₂
per journey
1.1g
✅ CO₂ Saved
vs Car
₹3
💳 Smart Card
savings/trip
🌍 Metro vs Car: Taking the metro saves 1.1g 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 ₹3 (10% discount) on every trip.
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