Shankar Vihar Jamia Millia Islamia Delhi Metro Route
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📍 Route Overview
The Shankar Vihar to Jamia Millia Islamia metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 15.6 km in approximately 33 minutes. Commuters travel through 14 stations via the Magenta Line line. No train change is required for this journey.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Shankar Vihar to Jamia Millia Islamia by Delhi Metro is approximately 33 minutes, covering a distance of 15.6 km.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Shankar Vihar to Jamia Millia Islamia is calculated based on the distance of 15.6 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 |
🚇 Metro Lines & Train Timings
💡 Travel Tips
- Avoid peak hours (8–10 AM and 5–8 PM) for a more comfortable commute.
- Recharge your Smart Card to get 10% discount on every trip.
- Stand to the right on escalators so others can walk past on the left.
- Keep your metro token or card ready before reaching the exit gates.
- Download the official DMRC app for real-time train tracking, recharge, and travel updates.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
There are 14 stations between Shankar Vihar and Jamia Millia Islamia, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Shankar Vihar to Jamia Millia Islamia 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 Shankar Vihar to Jamia Millia Islamia takes approximately 33 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 33 minutes total.
No — Shankar Vihar to Jamia Millia Islamia is a direct route on a single metro line. No train change is required.
The metro route distance from Shankar Vihar to Jamia Millia Islamia is approximately 15.6 km.
The first metro from Shankar Vihar towards Jamia Millia Islamia departs at approximately 5:30 AM and the last train is at 11:30 PM. Trains run every 4-7 minutes during peak hours.
🌱 Environmental Impact — Why Take the Metro?
Taking the Delhi Metro from Shankar Vihar to Jamia Millia Islamia (15.6 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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