Delhi Metro

About Delhi Metro

The Delhi Metro, commissioned on 24 December 2002, is a rapid transit system serving Delhi, Gurgaon, Ghaziabad and Noida in the National Capital Region (NCR) of India. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) was established in 1995 by the Government of Delhi and the Government of India. The network has a system length of 208 km on 5 lines plus an Airport Express line, serving 150 stations and 6 additional Airport Express stations. In terms of track length, the Delhi Metro is the thirteenth largest metro system in the world. The metro is also linked to feeder bus services, which provide access to various areas of the city.

The Delhi Metro recorded its highest ever ridership on 8 September 2014, when 2.4 million people used the metro. Expansion plans for various lines are underway and the total length of the system is expected to reach 295 km by 2016, making it one of the fastest growing metro networks in the world. The metro also follows environmentally friendly practices that have earned it awards from various international organisations, including the United Nations.

Map of Delhi Metro 

Map of Delhi Metro showing different lines and stations. Click on the map to enlarge it or download the Delhi Metro map in PDF format.

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Delhi Metro Route Lines

Delhi Metro has various routes on which are:

Delhi Metro Timings

Metro services start at 5.00 a.m. and run until midnight. The Airport Express line runs from 4.45am to 11.30pm (last stop). Trains run approximately every 2-3 minutes during peak periods and every 5-10 minutes during off-peak periods.

Exact first and last train times vary from station to station.

Delhi Metro Fares

A ticket, which is either a card or a token, can be purchased at the ticket counters. These tokens and cards are needed to open the gates and access the paid areas leading to the platforms. Tokens are valid for a single journey and must be inserted into a machine on exit. They have a fare range of Rs. 8/- Rs. 42/-.

Frequent commuters can purchase a Travel Card, which can be purchased for a minimum payment of Rs. 100/-, of which Rs. 50/- is the refundable security. The card can be recharged up to a maximum of Rs. 1000/- and a minimum of Rs. 200/-. The card is valid for a period of 10 years from the date of purchase or one year from the date of last recharge, whichever is later. It can be renewed for Rs. 5/-.

Tourists can purchase a Tourist Card for unlimited travel for one day or three days. A one day card costs Rs. 150/- of which Rs. 50/- is the security deposit. A 3-day card costs Rs. 300/- which includes Rs. 50/- as refundable deposit.

Use the Delhi Metro Fare Calculator to work out the fare between any two stations.

Delhi Metro Stations

At present, the Delhi Metro has 202 stations spread over eight lines, of which 35 stations are underground and the rest are elevated. You can also view the list of Delhi Metro stations along with useful contact details. Most of the Delhi Metro stations are disabled-friendly and have lifts/escalators and elevators. Public toilets are available at some of the metro stations. Important stations :

1. Delhi Metro Station near Rashtrapati Bhawan
2. Delhi Metro Station near India Gate
3. Delhi Metro Station near Sarai Rohilla Railway Station

Delhi Metro Parking

Paid parking is available at certain Delhi Metro stations. View list of metro stations with parking facility and parking charges.

Delhi Metro Parking Charges

1. Cars/ Taxi 
   Upto 6 Hours :  Rs.  20
   Upto 12 Hours : Rs. 30
   More than 12 Hours : Rs. 40
   Daily : Rs. 40
   Monthly : Rs. 1000
2. Auto/Two Wheeler
   Upto 6 Hours :  Rs.  10
   Upto 12 Hours : Rs. 15
   More than 12 Hours : Rs. 20
   Daily : Rs. 20
   Monthly : Rs. 475
   
3. Cycle 
   Upto 6 Hours :  Rs.  3
   Upto 12 Hours : Rs. 4
   More than 12 Hours : Rs. 5
   Daily : Rs. 5
   Monthly : Rs. 45

Delhi Metro Rules and Tips

Security is provided by the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), which employs over 3500 CISF personnel to ensure the safety of the metro system. The first carriage of each train is reserved for women.

The tickets can be checked at any time by the Metro staff. If caught travelling without a valid ticket, the fine will be Rs. 50. Smoking, drinking and eating are prohibited inside the station premises and metro. Carrying flammable materials, firearms and explosives is strictly prohibited. It is punishable with up to 4 years imprisonment and a fine of up to Rs. 5,000. Pets are not allowed in the metro. The maximum luggage allowance is 15 kg, not exceeding 60*45 cm.

The metro also offers park and ride facility at various stations for a fee. It can be used up to a few hours for daily purpose and facility for monthly parking is also available. Parking is available for cars, two-wheelers and bicycles.

Delhi Metro Helpline / Delhi Metro Customer Care Number

Delhi Metro has set up a dedicated helpline for commuters which works round the clock. For any queries related to Delhi Metro, you can call the 24-hour Delhi Metro helpline on its customer care number: 155370 or 011- 22561231.

Delhi Lost and Found

If you have lost your belongings in the Delhi Metro, you can collect them from Kashmeri Gate Metro Station or contact the Lost and Found Helpline number at 8527405555 (10:00 am to 5:00 pm).

Delhi Metro Museum

Delhi Metro has set up a unique Metro Museum at Patel Chowk Metro Station, showcasing the various achievements, photographs and useful information about Delhi Metro. It is South Asia’s first museum dedicated to rapid metro transport systems. One can buy souvenirs like pens, books etc. from the Metro Museum. Delhi Metro Museum is open every day, except Monday, between 6 am and 11 pm. One has to buy a token to enter the station to visit the museum.

Bicycle Rental at Delhi Metro Stations

Delhi Metro offers bicycle rentals at Patel Chowk, Vishwa Vidyalaya, Indraprastha and Pragati Maidan stations on production of photo ID. The rent is Rs.10 for every four hours and the bike is meant to cover short distances from the metro station.

Delhi Metro Recruitment / Delhi Metro Jobs

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) regularly announces a number of job vacancies. For Delhi Metro jobs, you can visit the official DMRC recruitment page.

Delhi Metro Pictures