Delhi Metro is a major public transport system in Delhi and the NCR, covering multiple routes across the city. This page focuses on first train timings, last train details, operating hours, opening times, and route timetable information for Phase I and Phase II lines based on the available schedule. It also includes key facts on network expansion, stations, frequency, and selected fare details where provided.
| Key | Information |
|---|---|
| System | Delhi Metro |
| Topic | First train timings, last train, timetable, and schedule |
| Phase I | 59 stations, 64.75 km (40.23 miles), opened between 25 December 2002 and 11 November 2006 |
| Phase II | 86 stations, 123.3 km (76.61 miles), opened between 4 June 2008 and 27 August 2011 |
| Total after Phases I and II | 188.05 km (116.85 miles), 145 stations operational |
| Main lines covered | Red Line, Yellow Line, Blue Line, Blue Line Branch, Green Line, Violet Line, Airport Express |
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.
Phase I
Phase I was the first big step in building the Delhi Metro system. It included 59 stations across 64.75 km (40.23 miles), with the first sections of the Red, Yellow, and Blue Lines opening between 25 December 2002 and 11 November 2006.
The network started with the Red Line from Shahdara to Tis Hazari, then expanded through additional Red Line sections and early stretches of the Yellow and Blue Lines. Phase I was completed in 2006.
| Station | Details |
|---|---|
| Red Line | 6 stations, 8.35 km (5.19 miles), Shahdara to Tis Hazari, opened 25 December 2002 |
| Red Line | 4 stations, 4.87 km (3.03 miles), Tis Hazari to Inderlok, opened 3 October 2003 |
| Red Line | 8 stations, 8.84 km (5.49 miles), Inderlok to Rithala, opened 31 March 2004 |
| Yellow Line | 4 stations, 4.06 km (2.52 miles), Vishwavidyalaya to Kashmere Gate, opened 20 December 2004 |
| Yellow Line | 6 stations, 6.62 km (4.11 miles), Kashmere Gate to Central Secretariat, opened 3 July 2005 |
| Blue Line | 22 stations, 22.74 km (14.13 miles), Dwarka to Barakhamba Road, opened 31 December 2005 |
| Blue Line | 6 stations, 6.47 km (4.02 miles), Dwarka to Dwarka Sector 9, opened 1 April 2006 |
| Blue Line | 3 stations, 2.80 km (1.74 miles), Barakhamba Road to Indraprastha, opened 11 November 2006 |
| Total | 59 stations, 64.75 km (40.23 miles) |
The Dwarka-Barakhamba Road corridor marked the completion of Phase I.
Red Line
The Red Line was the first operational Delhi Metro route. It connects Shaheed Sthal (New Bus Adda) and Rithala, crossing east, central, and northwest Delhi. For many passengers, it remains one of the key city transport corridors.
Its first train timings usually start at 5:30 AM on weekdays. On Sunday, the starting time from Shaheed Sthal (New Bus Adda) is 8:00, while Rithala departs at 5:25 on both weekdays and Sunday. From Dilshad Garden, the first train leaves at 5:30 on both weekdays and Sunday.
Last train timings vary by station and direction. Based on the timetable, services close around 11:00 PM to 11:17 PM from the listed terminals.
- Route: Shaheed Sthal (New Bus Adda) to Rithala
- Weekday first train: 5:30 AM
- Sunday first train from Shaheed Sthal (New Bus Adda): 8:00 AM
- Last train: up to 23:17 depending on station and direction
Important interchange stations on this route include Welcome, Kashmere Gate, Inderlok, and Netaji Subhash Place.
Yellow Line
The Yellow Line links Samaypur Badli with Millennium City Centre Gurugram. It has 37 stations over about 49 km (30.45 miles) and connects major interchanges, business districts, and busy travel hubs.
In Phase I, the Yellow Line opened in stages from 20 December 2004 to 3 July 2005, starting with Vishwavidyalaya to Kashmere Gate and later extending to Central Secretariat.
Current operating hours vary slightly by station, but the line generally starts early and runs late. On weekdays, the first train is about 5:50 AM from Samaypur Badli and 5:45 AM from Millennium City Centre Gurugram. Sunday opening hours are similar. The last train from both terminals is typically around 11:00 PM.
| Service detail | Timings |
|---|---|
| Samaypur Badli to Millennium City Centre Gurugram | First train weekdays 5:50, first train Sunday 5:50, last train 23:00 |
| Millennium City Centre Gurugram to Samaypur Badli | First train weekdays 5:45, first train Sunday 5:45, last train 23:00 |
Major interchange stations include Kashmere Gate, Rajiv Chowk, New Delhi, Central Secretariat, Dilli Haat – INA, Hauz Khas, Azadpur, and Sikanderpur.
Timings today can vary a little by station, so checking the latest train schedule before travel is sensible.
Blue Line
The Blue Line connects Dwarka Sector 21 with Noida Electronic City and Vaishali. First train timings differ by direction, so the exact station matters when checking the schedule today.
| Service detail | Timings |
|---|---|
| Dwarka Sector 21 to Noida Electronic City | First train weekdays 6:12, first train Sunday 6:30, last train 22:32 |
| Dwarka Sector 21 to Vaishali | First train weekdays 6:00, first train Sunday 6:00, last train 22:50 |
| Noida Electronic City to Dwarka Sector 21 | First train weekdays 5:45, first train Sunday 8:10, last train 23:00 |
| Vaishali to Dwarka Sector 21 | First train weekdays 6:00, first train Sunday 6:00, last train 23:00 |
The earliest listed departure on this route timetable is 5:45 AM from Noida Electronic City. Sunday opening times differ on some sections, especially toward Noida Electronic City.
The wider operating pattern on the Blue Line follows the broader Delhi Metro schedule, with working hours generally running from about 5:00 AM to 11:30 PM. Actual running time and first departure still vary by station.
| Service detail | Timings |
|---|---|
| Peak hours frequency | Every 2 to 3 minutes, from 8 to 11 AM and 5 to 8 PM |
| Non-peak frequency | Every 5 to 7 minutes |
For the most current timetable and route plan, passengers can use DMRC station-specific information or the mobile app.
Phase II
Phase II expanded the Delhi Metro by 123.3 km (76.61 miles) and 86 stations, adding 10 routes and extensions. Seven were expansions of the original network, while three were new color-coded lines. It also strengthened transportation in the NCR through links to nearby cities in Haryana and Uttar Pradesh.
The first Phase II section opened on 4 June 2008, and the phase was completed on 27 August 2011. After Phases I and II, the system reached 188.05 km (116.85 miles) with 145 stations in service.
| Station | Details |
|---|---|
| Red Line | 3 stations, 2.86 km (1.78 miles), Shahdara to Dilshad Garden, opened 4 June 2008 |
| Yellow Line | 5 stations, 6.38 km (3.96 miles), Vishwavidyalaya to Jahangirpuri, opened 4 February 2009 |
| Blue Line | 1 station, 2.17 km (1.35 miles), Indraprastha to Yamuna Bank, opened 10 May 2009 |
| Blue Line Branch | 6 stations, 6.25 km (3.88 miles), Yamuna Bank to Anand Vihar, opened 6 January 2010 |
| Green Line | 14 stations, 14.19 km (8.82 miles), Inderlok to Mundka, opened 3 April 2010 |
| Violet Line | 13 stations, 15.34 km (9.53 miles), Central Secretariat to Sarita Vihar, opened 3 October 2010 |
| Airport Express | 4 stations, 22.91 km (14.24 miles), New Delhi to Dwarka Sector 21, opened 23 February 2011 |
| Yellow Line | 9 stations, 15.82 km (9.83 miles), Millennium City Centre Gurugram to Qutab Minar, opened 21 June 2010 |
| Yellow Line | 1 station, 15.82 km (9.83 miles), Chhatarpur, opened 26 August 2010 |
| Yellow Line | 9 stations, 11.76 km (7.31 miles), Qutab Minar to Central Secretariat, opened 3 September 2010 |
| Blue Line | 10 stations, 12.85 km (7.98 miles), Yamuna Bank to Noida City Centre, opened 12 November 2009 |
| Blue Line | 2 stations, 2.28 km (1.42 miles), Dwarka Sector 9 to Dwarka Sector 21, opened 30 October 2010 |
| Blue Line Branch | 2 stations, 2.26 km (1.40 miles), Anand Vihar to Vaishali, opened 14 July 2011 |
| Green Line | 2 stations, 3.41 km (2.12 miles), Ashok Park Main to Kirti Nagar, opened 27 August 2011 |
| Violet Line | 3 stations, 4.82 km (3.00 miles), Sarita Vihar to Badarpur Border, opened 14 January 2011 |
| Airport Express | 2 stations, 22.91 km (14.24 miles), Dhaula Kuan and Delhi Aerocity, opened 15 August 2011 |
Phase II also brought wider capacity changes, including the Yellow Line becoming the first to move from four-coach trains to six- and eight-coach formations. The Metro Museum at Patel Chowk opened on 1 January 2009.
This expansion helped reduce congestion and improved local transport links across Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Ghaziabad, and other major destinations.
Red Line
The Red Line remained one of the most important Delhi Metro routes in Phase II, connecting Shaheed Sthal (New Bus Adda) with Rithala through several major interchange stations.
Here is the quick timetable for first train and last train services.
| Service detail | Timings |
|---|---|
| Shaheed Sthal (New Bus Adda) to Rithala | First train weekdays 5:30, first train Sunday 8:00, last train 23:00 |
| Rithala to Shaheed Sthal (New Bus Adda) / Dilshad Garden | First train weekdays 5:25, first train Sunday 5:25, last train 23:00 |
| Dilshad Garden to Rithala | First train weekdays 5:30, first train Sunday 5:30, last train 23:17 |
Its key interchange stations are Welcome, Kashmere Gate, Inderlok, and Netaji Subhash Place.
Yellow Line
The Yellow Line connects Samaypur Badli and Millennium City Centre Gurugram, serving 37 stations across about 49 km (30.45 miles). It is one of the most useful cross-city routes in the Delhi Metro network.
| Service detail | Timings |
|---|---|
| Samaypur Badli to Millennium City Centre Gurugram | First train weekdays 5:50, first train Sunday 5:50, last train 23:00 |
| Millennium City Centre Gurugram to Samaypur Badli | First train weekdays 5:45, first train Sunday 5:45, last train 23:00 |
Major interchange stations include Kashmere Gate, Rajiv Chowk, Central Secretariat, New Delhi, Azadpur, Dilli Haat – INA, Hauz Khas, and Sikanderpur.
As with other lines, timings may vary slightly by station, so checking the latest schedule before you travel is a good idea.
Blue Line
The Blue Line runs between Dwarka Sector 21, Noida Electronic City, and Vaishali. First train departures change by direction and day, so station-level timetable details matter here.
| Service detail | Timings |
|---|---|
| Dwarka Sector 21 to Noida Electronic City | First train weekdays 6:12, first train Sunday 6:30, last train 22:32 |
| Dwarka Sector 21 to Vaishali | First train weekdays 6:00, first train Sunday 6:00, last train 22:50 |
| Noida Electronic City to Dwarka Sector 21 | First train weekdays 5:45, first train Sunday 8:10, last train 23:00 |
| Vaishali to Dwarka Sector 21 | First train weekdays 6:00, first train Sunday 6:00, last train 23:00 |
The timetable also lists these last train examples from key Blue Line stations: Dwarka 23:16, Janak Puri West 23:23, Rajouri Garden 23:37, Kirti Nagar 23:43, R K Ashram Marg 23:55, Rajiv Chowk 23:57, Barakhamba Road 23:59, Mandi House 00:01, Supreme Court 00:03, Yamuna Bank 00:08, and Botanical Garden 00:16.
From Noida Electronic City toward Dwarka Sector 21, the last train is listed at 00:43.
Blue Line Branch
The Blue Line Branch connects with the Vaishali side of the network and shares timetable details with the wider Blue Line service. The first train from both Dwarka Sector 21 and Vaishali is 6:00 AM on weekdays and Sundays.
| Service detail | Timings |
|---|---|
| Dwarka Sector 21 to Vaishali | First train weekdays 6:00 AM, first train Sunday 6:00 AM, last train 11:00 PM |
| Vaishali to Dwarka Sector 21 | First train weekdays 6:00 AM, first train Sunday 6:00 AM, last train 11:00 PM |
| Dwarka Sector 21 to Noida Electronic City | First train weekdays 6:12 AM, first train Sunday 6:30 AM, last train 10:32 PM |
| Noida Electronic City to Dwarka Sector 21 | First train weekdays 5:45 AM, first train Sunday 8:10 AM, last train 11:00 PM |
The branch starts from Yamuna Bank and improves access toward Ghaziabad localities while allowing an easy interchange for Noida. Since schedule and opening times can vary by station, it is best to check station-specific details before travel.
Weekday and Sunday service patterns are not always the same, and timings may also shift between peak and non-peak periods.
Green Line
The Green Line opened on 3 April 2010. It has 24 stations and 1 interchange, connecting Kirti Nagar with Brigadier Hoshiyar Singh.
Its usual operating hours are 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM. The first train departs at 5:30 AM, the last train at 11:30 PM, and the typical frequency is 4 minutes. The top speed listed for the line is 80 km/h.
Ticket price: Rs.10 to Rs.60 (about $0.12 to $0.72).
The first stations at the two ends of the route are Kirti Nagar and Brigadier Hoshiyar Singh.
Violet Line
The Violet Line connects Kashmere Gate with Raja Nahar Singh (Ballabhgarh). It serves weekday commuters and Sunday travelers with different first train timings.
| Service detail | Timings |
|---|---|
| Kashmere Gate to Raja Nahar Singh (Ballabhgarh) | First train weekdays 6:00, first train Sunday 7:05, last train 23:00 |
| Raja Nahar Singh (Ballabhgarh) to Kashmere Gate | First train weekdays 5:40, first train Sunday 8:00, last train 22:36 |
| Peak hours frequency | Every 6 to 7 minutes |
| Non-peak frequency | Every 10 to 12 minutes |
According to the source material, the Violet Line first trains start at 6:00 AM from both terminal stations, and the last services conclude at 11:35 PM.
Airport Express
The Airport Express, also known as the Orange Line, connects New Delhi and Dwarka Sector 21 with IGI Airport. It is a fast option for airport transport, with stations including New Delhi, Shivaji Stadium, Dhaula Kuan, Delhi Aerocity, IGI Airport (Terminal 1), and Dwarka Sector 21.
| Service detail | Timings |
|---|---|
| First train | 4:45 AM from both New Delhi and Dwarka Sector 21 |
| Last train | 11:15 PM from Dwarka Sector 21 and 11:30 PM from New Delhi |
| Peak frequency | Every 10 minutes from 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM at Dwarka Sector 21, and from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM at New Delhi |
| Non-peak frequency | Every 15 minutes during the remaining working hours |
| Travel time | About 15 minutes from New Delhi to IGI Airport |
The second train leaves at 5:15 AM from Dwarka Sector 21 and at 5:30 AM from New Delhi. The line also waits until 11:45 PM to connect Shatabdi if the service is delayed.
Single journey and return journey tickets are available at New Delhi.