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Welcome Metro Station
— Interchange Station on the Red Line & Pink Line.
Layout: Elevated.
First train: 5:00 AM,
Last train: 11:30 PM.
Station Score: 35/100 (Basic).
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ℹ️ About Welcome Metro Station
Welcome Metro Station is a station on the Delhi Metro network,
served by the Red Line and Pink Line.
Welcome is a major interchange station where passengers can switch between metro lines without buying a new ticket. It is an elevated station, inaugurated in 2002. There are 2 exit gates serving different parts of the surrounding area. It is located approximately 13.7 km from the line's starting point.
The station is equipped with toilet, disabled friendly, card recharge, drinking water, parking. A Park & Ride facility is available — commuters from nearby areas can drive to Welcome and use metro for the rest of their journey, saving both time and fuel.
Whether you are commuting daily, visiting nearby attractions, or travelling through Delhi,
Welcome Metro Station is a key node on the Delhi Metro network.
The station handles thousands of passengers every day, connecting
multiple corridors of Delhi to the rest of the city's rapid transit system.
Use the Route Finder at the top of this page to plan your complete journey
to or from Welcome — including fare, travel time, and interchange details.
As an interchange station, Welcome connects the
Red Line and Pink Line.
To change lines, follow the colour-coded overhead signboards inside the paid zone —
no need to exit and re-tap your card. This makes Welcome one of Delhi Metro's most strategically important stations for cross-city travel.
The exits at Welcome Metro Station open near:
Towards GT Road, Towards GT Road. This makes the station easily accessible from multiple directions and a convenient entry point for commuters headed to these locations.
🚌 How to Reach Welcome Metro Station
Welcome metro station is accessible by auto-rickshaw, e-rickshaw,
DTC bus, cab services (Ola/Uber), and walking from nearby localities.
The station has 2 gates — check the gate details above for the nearest exit to your destination.
Parking facility is available at this station for two-wheelers and/or cars — ideal for Park & Ride commuters.
🛺 Auto/E-Rickshaw Available outside all exits
🚌 DTC Bus Bus stops near station
🚖 Cab (Ola/Uber) Pickup from main gate
🅿️ Parking Park & Ride available
♿ Accessibility & Safety at Welcome
Delhi Metro stations are designed to be accessible for all passengers including senior citizens, people with disabilities, and passengers with prams/luggage.
🛗 Lifts Available at all entry/exit levels for wheelchair access
🔼 Escalators Bidirectional at major stations
👮 CISF Security 24×7 security · Baggage X-ray at all entry points
🚨 Help Desk Customer care inside station · DMRC helpline: 155370
📷 CCTV Full surveillance across platform, concourse & exits
✅ Disability-Friendly Certified — Confirmed accessible facilities including ramps, tactile paths, and low-height counters.
⏰ Best Time to Travel from Welcome
Timing your journey smartly saves both time and money. Off-peak Smart Card travel offers a 20% additional discount.
🔴 Peak Hours (Busy)
🌅 Morning: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
🌆 Evening: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Trains every 2–4 min · Very crowded
🟢 Off-Peak Hours (Ideal)
🌙 Before: 8:00 AM
🌟 After: 8:30 PM
Extra 20% Smart Card discount · Less crowded
🟣 Weekend & Holidays
📅 Sundays / Holidays
⏱ Trains every 8–12 min
Reduced frequency · Token fares apply
🎫 Ticket & Card Guide at Welcome
🎟️
Token / QR Ticket
Buy at TVM or counter. Single journey only. Available in cash & UPI.
💳
Delhi Metro Smart Card
₹100 deposit. Saves 10% on every trip. Extra 20% off-peak. Best for daily commuters.
🌍
Tourist Card
1-day ₹200 or 3-day ₹500. Unlimited travel. Perfect for visitors.
📱
DMRC App / WhatsApp
QR tickets, Smart Card recharge, journey info via DMRC app or WhatsApp +91-9717191717.
💰 Delhi Metro Fare from Welcome
Delhi Metro fares are calculated based on distance travelled. Use the route finder above to get the exact fare.
Smart Card holders enjoy a 10% discount on all fares.
Off-peak Smart Card travel gets an additional 20% discount.
Distance Slab
🎫 Token / QR
💳 Smart Card 10% off
🌙 Off-Peak SC 20% extra off
Up to 2 km
₹11
₹9
₹7
3–5 km
₹21
₹18
₹14
6–12 km
₹32
₹27
₹22
13–21 km
₹43
₹36
₹29
22–32 km
₹54
₹45
₹36
Over 32 km
₹64
₹54
₹43
🌙 Off-Peak Hours (20% extra Smart Card discount):
Before 8:00 AM · 12:00 Noon – 5:00 PM · After 9:00 PM (Mon–Sat)
Also applies all day Sunday & public holidays. Use MJQRT (Monthly Journey QR Ticket) for off-peak discount.
Fares w.e.f. 25 Aug 2025 | Off-peak: before 8AM, 12PM–5PM, after 9PM | Children <3 yrs: Free | Ticketless: ₹250 penalty "On Sundays and national holidays (Republic Day, Independence Day, and 2nd October etc), a ₹10 discount is applicable on single journey tokens priced between ₹21 and ₹64."
💳 Smart Card Monthly Savings at Welcome
Delhi Metro Smart Card gives a 10% discount on every journey.
For daily commuters travelling through Welcome, this adds up to significant monthly savings.
Token Fare
Smart Card (10% off)
Daily Saving
Monthly Saving (26 days)
₹21
₹19
₹4
₹104
₹32
₹29
₹6
₹156
₹43
₹39
₹8
₹208
₹54
₹49
₹10
₹260
₹64
₹58
₹12
₹312
Assumes 2 trips/day, 26 working days/month.
💡 Get a Smart Card at any Delhi Metro station customer care centre. Minimum load ₹100. Recharge via DMRC app, Paytm, or TVM machines inside stations.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (25 questions)
Welcome Metro Station is located on the Red Line and Pink Line of the Delhi Metro network. It is one of the 275+ stations in the Delhi Metro system.
Welcome Metro Station is served by the Red Line and Pink Line. Welcome is an interchange station — you can change lines here.
At Welcome — On the Red Line: Platform Platform No. 2 (towards SHAHEED STHAL (NEW BUS ADDA)) ✓, Platform Platform No. 1 (towards RITHALA) ✓. On the Pink Line: Platform Platform No. 4 (towards MAJLIS PARK) ✓, Platform Platform No. 3 (towards BURARI) ✓.
The stations nearest to Welcome on the Delhi Metro network are Shahdara, Seelampur, East Azad Nagar, Jafrabad.
The first metro train at Welcome departs at approximately 5:00 AM on the Red Line. Timings may vary slightly on weekdays vs. weekends.
Trains run every 4-6 minutes during peak hours (8–10 AM and 5–8 PM) at Welcome. During off-peak hours, the interval may increase to 8–12 minutes.
Lift availability at Welcome may be limited. Confirm with the DMRC website or station master.
Yes, Welcome is disabled-friendly with ramps, tactile paths, and accessible facilities.
Welcome is an interchange station where you can transfer between Red Line and Pink Line. This makes it a key hub for cross-line journeys in Delhi Metro.
At Welcome, follow the colour-coded interchange signs. To change from Red Line to Pink Line, follow the signed walkway inside the station. The interchange is inside the paid zone — no need to exit and re-enter.
You can purchase a token from the token vending machines (TVMs) or ticket windows at Welcome Metro Station. Use a Delhi Metro Smart Card for a 10% fare discount on all journeys.
Yes. Token vending machines (TVMs) at Welcome accept UPI, debit/credit cards, and cash. You can also top up your Smart Card via the DMRC app or at any TVM.
There is no entry fee to enter Welcome Metro Station. You only pay the journey fare — ₹10 to ₹60 depending on distance. Use a Smart Card for a 10% discount.
Arrive 10–15 minutes before your planned departure at Welcome. During peak hours (8–10 AM and 5–8 PM) allow extra time for security screening queues.
Yes. Major networks (Jio, Airtel, Vi, BSNL) have coverage at Welcome and inside metro coaches on elevated sections. Underground sections may have limited connectivity.
RailTel provides free Wi-Fi at many Delhi Metro stations. Check the station notice board at Welcome or the DMRC website for current Wi-Fi availability at this station.
If you miss a train at Welcome, the next train arrives within a few minutes — frequency on the Red Line and Pink Line is typically 4-6 minutes during peak hours. Your token or Smart Card remains valid.
At Welcome, each exit gate is numbered and labelled with nearby landmarks. Check the gate map on the concourse or use the DMRC app to find which exit is closest to your destination.
Yes. Welcome operates on all national holidays — Republic Day, Independence Day, Gandhi Jayanti — with normal timings. Train frequency may be slightly reduced compared to peak weekdays.
You can top up your Smart Card at Welcome using Token Vending Machines (TVMs), the Customer Care counter, the DMRC app, Paytm, or net banking. The minimum top-up amount is ₹100.
The minimum Delhi Metro fare from Welcome is ₹10, applicable for journeys up to 2 km. Smart Card holders save 10% on every trip — the minimum Smart Card fare is ₹9.
Yes. Welcome has a Station Master's office / Customer Care counter at the concourse level for ticketing queries, lost items, and complaints. The DMRC helpline is 155370.
For complaints about Welcome, speak to the Station Master, use the DMRC app feedback feature, call 155370, or submit feedback at delhimetrorail.com. DMRC responds to most complaints within 48 hours.
Most Delhi Metro stations including Welcome have water vending or drinking water facilities near the concourse. You can also find shops selling bottled water near the station exits.
Children up to 3 years of age travel free on Delhi Metro from Welcome. Children above 3 and below the height threshold (90 cm) also travel free. Older children require a regular ticket.
📍 Nearby Places & Landmarks — Welcome Metro Station
Welcome metro station provides easy access to several key landmarks, markets, hospitals, and government offices in the area.
The station exits open near the following locations:
Gate 1→Towards GT Road
Gate 2→Towards GT Road
Whether you are visiting Welcome for work, shopping, or sightseeing,
the station's multiple exits ensure you are always within walking distance of your destination.
Use the route finder above to plan your complete journey including last-mile connectivity.
🔄 How to Change Metro Lines at Welcome
Welcome is an interchange station — you can switch between metro lines here without buying a new ticket.
This makes it one of the most important transit hubs on the Delhi Metro network.
💡 Interchange Tip: After exiting the train, follow the overhead signs for your connecting line.
At Welcome, the interchange is within the paid zone —
no need to tap out and re-enter. Your existing token or Smart Card is valid for the entire journey.
🕐 First & Last Metro Train — Welcome Station
Delhi Metro runs from early morning to late night.
Here are the first and last train timings at Welcome metro station for all lines:
Red Line
🌅 First Train:5:00 AM
🌙 Last Train:11:30 PM
⏱ Frequency: every 4-6 minutes during peak hours
Pink Line
🌅 First Train:5:00 AM
🌙 Last Train:11:30 PM
⏱ Frequency: every 4-6 minutes during peak hours
⚠️ Note: Train timings may vary on public holidays and special occasions.
Always check the DMRC official app or website for real-time updates before travelling from Welcome.
🅿️ Parking & Last-Mile Connectivity — Welcome
Planning your journey to Welcome metro station?
Here is everything you need to know about parking, feeder buses, and last-mile connectivity options:
🅿️
Parking Available
Available at this station Park & Ride — ideal for commuters
🛺
Auto & E-Rickshaw
Available at main station exit · Ideal for 1–3 km last mile
🚖
Cab (Ola / Uber)
App-based pickup available · Drop-off at main gate
🚌
DTC / Cluster Bus
Bus stops within 200–500m · Check DTC app for routes
Welcome metro station is well connected via multiple last-mile options.
For the best experience, combine Delhi Metro with Smart Card and use app-based cab services for seamless door-to-door travel.