South Extension Dhaula Kuan Delhi Metro Route
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📍 Route Overview
The South Extension to Dhaula Kuan metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 16.2 km in approximately 40 minutes. Commuters travel through 11 stations via the Pink Line, Yellow Line, Orange Line lines. A train change at 2 interchange stations is needed.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from South Extension to Dhaula Kuan by Delhi Metro is approximately 40 minutes, covering a distance of 16.2 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 48 minutes.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from South Extension to Dhaula Kuan is calculated based on the distance of 16.2 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
- 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.
- 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 11 stations between South Extension and Dhaula Kuan, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from South Extension to Dhaula Kuan 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 South Extension to Dhaula Kuan takes approximately 40 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 48 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 South Extension to Dhaula Kuan is approximately 16.2 km.
The first metro from South Extension towards Dhaula Kuan 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 South Extension to Dhaula Kuan (16.2 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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