Shankar Vihar Janakpuri West Delhi Metro Route
⇄ Reverse Route📍 Route Overview
The Delhi Metro route from Shankar Vihar to Janakpuri West covers approximately 7.2 km with a travel time of around 15 minutes. The journey passes through 7 stations on a single direct line — no interchange needed.
This route uses the Magenta 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 Shankar Vihar to Janakpuri West by Delhi Metro is approximately 15 minutes, covering a distance of 7.2 km.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Shankar Vihar to Janakpuri West is calculated based on the distance of 7.2 km as per the DMRC fare chart (w.e.f. August 2025).
| Ticket Type | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Token / QR Code | ₹32 | Buy at counter, token machine, or DMRC app |
| Smart Card | ₹29 | 10% discount on token fare |
| Smart Card Off-Peak | ₹23 | 20% off (off-peak hours) |
| Holiday / Sunday | ₹32 | 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
- 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.
- Download the official DMRC app for real-time train tracking, recharge, and travel updates.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
There are 7 stations between Shankar Vihar and Janakpuri West, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Shankar Vihar to Janakpuri West is ₹32 for a Token/QR Code ticket and ₹29 with a Smart Card (10% discount). Off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹23.
The metro journey from Shankar Vihar to Janakpuri West takes approximately 15 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 15 minutes total.
No — Shankar Vihar to Janakpuri West is a direct route on a single metro line. No train change is required.
The metro route distance from Shankar Vihar to Janakpuri West is approximately 7.2 km.
The first metro from Shankar Vihar towards Janakpuri West departs at approximately 5:30 AM and the last train is at 11:30 PM. Trains run every 4-7 minutes during peak hours.