How can I find the best route between two Delhi Metro stations?

Use MetroNav at metronav.in — enter your source and destination stations, and the system will show you the shortest route, estimated travel time, number of interchanges, and fare (token and smart card).

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.

What are the Delhi Metro operating hours?

Delhi Metro services generally operate from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM. First and last train timings vary by station and line. Check the official DMRC website for exact timings.

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 do I buy a Delhi Metro ticket?

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

What items are prohibited inside the Delhi 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 at metronav.in 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.

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.

Delhi Metro News & Alerts

Latest updates, service alerts, and announcements

Service Alerts6

Deccan Herald

Delhi Metro: Yellow Line services hit after passenger on track alert

6d ago

The Times of India

Delhi Metro yellow line disrupted for 1.5 hours after 'passenger on track' at Vishwavidyalaya station

6d ago

DNA India

Commuters Alert! Delhi metro to change time, operations to begin from 3:00 am; Check routes, date and more

2d ago

Republic World

Delhi Metro Alert: Yellow Line Services Delayed Due to Passenger on Track at Vishwavidyalaya

6d ago

News On AIR

Delhi Metro Services Suspended Till 2:30 PM Tomorrow on Holi

3 Mar

The Times of India

Holi 2026: Delhi Metro services to remain suspended till 2:30 PM today

4 Mar

9 Mar

ET Infra

Unauthorised sale in Delhi Metro to attract penalty up to ₹5,000 under amended Jan Vishwas Bill

2d ago

Republic World

Delhi Metro to Start at 3 AM on April 5 for PNB Soldierathon 2026: Routes, Timing & Travel Details

2d ago

Service Alerts6

Delhi Metro: Yellow Line services hit after passenger on track alert

Delhi Metro yellow line disrupted for 1.5 hours after 'passenger on track' at Vishwavidyalaya station

Commuters Alert! Delhi metro to change time, operations to begin from 3:00 am; Check routes, date and more

Delhi Metro Alert: Yellow Line Services Delayed Due to Passenger on Track at Vishwavidyalaya

Delhi Metro Services Suspended Till 2:30 PM Tomorrow on Holi

Holi 2026: Delhi Metro services to remain suspended till 2:30 PM today

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DMRC not bound to revive terminated agreement for parking: NCLAT

Rs 5K penalty for illegal selling in Delhi Metro

Odisha Cabinet Approves Rs 273.51 Crore Expenditure On Bhubaneswar Metro, Terminates DMRC Agreement

Delhi metro Line 7 and Line 8 extension commences revenue service with Alstom’s trains and signalling system

Unauthorised sale in Delhi Metro to attract penalty up to ₹5,000 under amended Jan Vishwas Bill

Delhi Metro to Start at 3 AM on April 5 for PNB Soldierathon 2026: Routes, Timing &amp; Travel Details

Delhi Metro to Start at 3 AM on April 5 for PNB Soldierathon 2026: Routes, Timing & Travel Details