Can I plan a Delhi Metro route by address instead of station name?

Yes! Switch to 'By address' mode on the MetroNav home page. Enter any address or place name in Delhi-NCR, and MetroNav will find the nearest metro stations and plan the best route for you.

How much does a Delhi Metro ride cost?

Delhi Metro fares range from ₹10 to ₹60 depending on distance. Token fares: ₹10 (up to 2 km), ₹20 (2-5 km), ₹30 (5-12 km), ₹40 (12-21 km), ₹50 (21-32 km), ₹60 (over 32 km). Smart card users get approximately 10% discount.

How to reach Delhi Airport by Metro?

Take the Airport Express Line (Orange Line) from New Delhi Railway Station to Airport Terminal 3 in just 20 minutes. Trains run every 10–15 minutes. Fare is ₹60 (token) or ₹54 (smart card). First train around 4:45 AM, last train around 11:30 PM. For Terminal 1, take the Airport Express to Aerocity and then a shuttle bus.

What are the Delhi Metro lines and their routes?

Delhi Metro has 10 lines: Red Line (Shaheed Sthal to Rithala), Yellow Line (Samaypur Badli to HUDA City Centre), Blue Line (Dwarka Sector 21 to Noida Electronic City/Vaishali), Green Line (Kirti Nagar to Brigadier Hoshiar Singh), Violet Line (Kashmere Gate to Ballabhgarh), Magenta Line (Janakpuri West to Botanical Garden), Pink Line (Majlis Park to Maujpur-Babarpur), Grey Line (Dhansa Bus Stand to Najafgarh), Aqua Line (Noida Sector 51 to Sector 142), and Rapid Metro (Gurugram). The network covers over 390 km with 288+ stations.

Is there a free Delhi Metro route planner app?

Yes! MetroNav at metronav.in is a completely free, web-based Delhi Metro route planner. No app download is needed — it works on any mobile or desktop browser. You can plan routes by station name or address, calculate fares, track journeys live, and navigate interchanges.

What is the Delhi Metro smart card discount?

Delhi Metro smart card users get approximately 10% discount on every trip compared to token fares. Smart cards are rechargeable with a minimum recharge of ₹50 and are available at all metro stations. NCMC (One Nation One Card) is also accepted.

Which is the busiest Delhi Metro station?

Rajiv Chowk is the busiest Delhi Metro station. It is the interchange between the Yellow Line and Blue Line, located near Connaught Place in central Delhi. Other busy stations include Kashmere Gate (3-line interchange), Central Secretariat, and Hauz Khas.

Does Delhi Metro run on Sundays and holidays?

Yes, Delhi Metro runs on all Sundays and national holidays (Republic Day, Independence Day, Gandhi Jayanti) with Sunday schedules. Operating hours remain 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM. On New Year's Eve, metro service is often extended past midnight.

MetroNav — Delhi Metro Route Planner, Fare Calculator & Live Journey Tracker

Plan your Delhi Metro journey instantly with MetroNav — the free online Delhi Metro route planner and DMRC fare calculator. Find the fastest route, travel time, number of interchanges, and accurate Delhi Metro fares (token & smart card) for Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, and Airport Express. Track your metro journey live with GPS-based station-by-station updates. No app download needed — works on any mobile or desktop browser at metronav.in.

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How to Plan Your Delhi Metro Route

Choose your mode — By station (enter station names like Kashmere Gate, Rajiv Chowk) or By address (enter any place in Delhi-NCR).
Enter From and To — Type or select source and destination. MetroNav finds the nearest stations if you use an address.
View your route — See the shortest path, number of stops, interchange stations, estimated time, and fare (token and smart card).
Start a live journey (optional) — Tap Start journey to get real-time station updates and platform directions.

How It Works

Enter stations or addresses — Search by metro station name (e.g., Kashmere Gate to Rajiv Chowk) or by any address/place in Delhi-NCR.
Get the best route — See the fastest path, total stops, interchange details, estimated duration, and fare (token & smart card).
Track your journey live — Start a live session to see your real-time position, upcoming stations, and platform directions.

Features

Route planning by station name or by address/GPS location
Live journey tracking with station-by-station progress and GPS
Accurate fare calculation (token and smart card) using official DMRC fare slabs
Interchange guidance with platform-level walking directions
Interactive map showing the full journey route
Station information — nearby landmarks, history, culture, and transport links
Bilingual support: English and Hindi (हिन्दी)
Dark mode and light mode
Works on mobile and desktop browsers — no app download needed
Covers Delhi Metro, Noida Metro, and Gurugram Rapid Metro lines

Popular Metro Routes

Delhi Metro Lines

Red Line — Shaheed Sthal (New Bus Adda) to Rithala
Yellow Line — Samaypur Badli to HUDA City Centre
Blue Line — Dwarka Sector 21 to Noida Electronic City / Vaishali
Green Line — Kirti Nagar / Inderlok to Brigadier Hoshiar Singh
Violet Line — Kashmere Gate to Raja Nahar Singh (Ballabhgarh)
Magenta Line — Janakpuri West to Botanical Garden
Pink Line — Majlis Park to Maujpur–Babarpur
Grey Line — Dhansa Bus Stand to Najafgarh
Rapid Metro — Sector 55–56 to Cyber City (Gurugram)
Aqua Line — Noida Sector 51 to Noida Sector 142

Key Interchange Stations

Kashmere Gate — Red, Yellow, Violet lines (3-line interchange)
Rajiv Chowk — Yellow and Blue lines (Delhi's busiest station)
Mandi House — Blue and Violet lines
Hauz Khas — Yellow and Magenta lines
Botanical Garden — Blue and Magenta lines
Janakpuri West — Blue and Magenta lines
Kalkaji Mandir — Violet and Magenta lines

Delhi Metro Fares (2026)

Distance	Token Fare	Smart Card Fare
Up to 2 km	₹10	₹10
2–5 km	₹20	₹18
5–12 km	₹30	₹27
12–21 km	₹40	₹36
21–32 km	₹50	₹45
Over 32 km	₹60	₹54

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I find the best route between two metro stations?

Use the MetroNav app or website — simply enter your source and destination stations, and the system will show you the shortest route, estimated travel time, number of interchanges, and fare.

Can I plan a route by address instead of station name?

Yes! Switch to "By address" mode on the home page. Enter any address or place name, and MetroNav will find the nearest metro stations for you.

Does MetroNav work offline?

MetroNav requires an internet connection to fetch routes and live journey updates from the server.

What are the metro operating hours?

Metro services generally operate from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM. First and last train timings vary by station and line.

How do I buy a metro ticket?

You can purchase tickets at station ticket counters, automatic ticket vending machines (TVMs) installed at every station, or through the official metro mobile app.

What items are prohibited inside the metro?

Inflammable substances, sharp objects, firearms, and any item exceeding 15 kg or the size of cabin luggage are not allowed. All passengers and bags are screened at station entrances.

How do I find the nearest Delhi Metro station to my location?

Use MetroNav in "By address" mode. Enter your address or place name (e.g. Connaught Place, India Gate), and MetroNav will show the nearest metro stations and plan the best route for you.

How does the Delhi Metro fare calculator work on MetroNav?

Enter your source and destination stations (or addresses) on MetroNav. The route result shows both token fare and smart card fare based on official DMRC distance slabs. Fares range from ₹10 to ₹60; smart card gets about 10% discount.

What are the first and last train timings on Delhi Metro?

Delhi Metro typically runs from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM. First and last train times vary by line and station. Check the official DMRC website or station boards for exact timings.

Airport Express Line — Delhi Metro to Airport

The Airport Express Line (Orange Line) connects New Delhi Railway Station to Indira Gandhi International Airport Terminal 3 in just 20 minutes. Fare: ₹60 (token) / ₹54 (smart card). Trains run every 10–15 minutes from 4:45 AM to 11:30 PM. For Terminal 1, take the Airport Express to Aerocity then a shuttle bus.

Stations: New Delhi → Shivaji Stadium → Dhaula Kuan → Delhi Aerocity → Airport T3 → Dwarka Sector 21.

Delhi Metro Tourist Guide

Tourist Card: 1-day (₹200) or 3-day (₹500) unlimited travel cards available at all stations
Rajiv Chowk: Connaught Place, Jantar Mantar, Palika Bazaar
Chandni Chowk: Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Paranthe Wali Gali
Qutub Minar: Qutub Minar, Mehrauli Archaeological Park
Hauz Khas: Hauz Khas Village, Deer Park
Akshardham: Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple
Central Secretariat: India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan, Parliament House

Why Use MetroNav for Delhi Metro Route Planning?

100% Free: No ads, no subscriptions, no app download required
Accurate Fares: Uses official DMRC 2026 fare slabs for token and smart card
Live Tracking: GPS-based real-time journey tracking with station-by-station updates
Interchange Help: Platform-level walking directions at major interchange stations
Address Search: Find the nearest Delhi Metro station to any address in Delhi-NCR
Bilingual: Full support in English and Hindi (हिन्दी)
Works Everywhere: Mobile phones, tablets, laptops, desktops — any browser
Complete Coverage: Delhi Metro, Noida Metro (Aqua Line), Gurugram Rapid Metro, and Airport Express Line

Delhi Metro Timings & Train Frequency

Operating Hours: 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily (including Sundays & holidays)
Peak Hours (8–11 AM, 5–8 PM): Trains every 2–4 minutes on Yellow, Blue, Violet lines
Off-Peak: Every 5–7 minutes
Sundays & Holidays: Every 5–8 minutes
Airport Express: First train ~4:45 AM, last train ~11:30 PM, every 10–15 minutes