The Anand Vihar Railway Station to New Delhi Metro Route is one of the most popular metro journeys in Delhi. This route connects East Delhi with Central Delhi and provides smooth access to New Delhi Railway Station, Connaught Place, and nearby commercial areas.
Passengers traveling from Anand Vihar can easily reach New Delhi Metro Station using the Blue Line and Yellow Line of the Delhi Metro network with one interchange at Rajiv Chowk.
Route Overview
Details
Information
Starting Station
Anand Vihar Metro Station
Destination Station
New Delhi Metro Station
Metro Network
Delhi Metro
Total Distance
Approx. 15 km
Total Time
30–35 Minutes
Interchange Station
Rajiv Chowk
Metro Lines Used
Blue Line + Yellow Line
Approx Fare
₹40
Number of Interchanges
1
Anand Vihar Railway Station to New Delhi Metro Route Map
The route includes travel on the Blue Line from Anand Vihar to Rajiv Chowk, followed by a quick transfer to the Yellow Line toward New Delhi Metro Station.
Station List
Blue Line Stations
Sequence
Station Name
1
Anand Vihar
2
Karkarduma
3
Preet Vihar
4
Nirman Vihar
5
Laxmi Nagar
6
Yamuna Bank
7
Indraprastha
8
Pragati Maidan
9
Mandi House
10
Barakhamba Road
11
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line Stations
Sequence
Station Name
12
Rajiv Chowk
13
New Delhi
Metro Line Details
Blue Line Metro
Details
Information
Metro Line
Blue Line
Boarding Station
Anand Vihar
Direction
Dwarka Sector 21
Major Stops
Yamuna Bank, Mandi House, Rajiv Chowk
Interchange Station
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line Metro
Details
Information
Metro Line
Yellow Line
Boarding Station
Rajiv Chowk
Direction
Samaypur Badli
Destination Station
New Delhi
Fare Details
Ticket Type
Fare
Metro Token
₹40
Smart Card
₹36–₹38
Using a Delhi Metro Smart Card can help save time and offer discounted fares.
Time Taken
Journey Segment
Approx Time
Anand Vihar to Rajiv Chowk
25 Minutes
Interchange at Rajiv Chowk
5 Minutes
Rajiv Chowk to New Delhi
2 Minutes
Total Journey Time
30–35 Minutes
First and Last Metro Timings
Anand Vihar Metro Station Timings
Metro Service
Timing
First Metro
5:15 AM
Last Metro
11:15 PM
New Delhi Metro Station Timings
Metro Service
Timing
First Metro
5:00 AM
Last Metro
11:30 PM
Metro timings may vary on Sundays and public holidays.
Platform Details
Anand Vihar Metro Station
Platform Number
Direction
Platform 1
Towards Noida Electronic City/Vaishali
Platform 2
Towards Dwarka Sector 21
Passengers going to New Delhi should board from Platform 2.
Rajiv Chowk Metro Station
Platform
Route
Yellow Line Platform
Towards Samaypur Badli
New Delhi Metro Station
Platform
Direction
Platform 1
Towards Samaypur Badli
Platform 2
Towards Millennium City Centre Gurugram
Nearby Places Around New Delhi Metro Station
Place
Distance
New Delhi Railway Station
Walking Distance
Connaught Place
1 km
Paharganj
500 meters
India Gate
4 km
Jama Masjid
3 km
Why Choose Delhi Metro for This Route?
Benefits
Details
Fast Travel
Avoids Delhi traffic congestion
Affordable
Budget-friendly transportation
Comfortable
Air-conditioned coaches
Reliable
Frequent metro availability
Convenient
Direct access to railway station
Travel Tips
Tip
Information
Carry Smart Card
Faster entry and lower fares
Avoid Rush Hours
Peak crowd between 8–10 AM and 6–8 PM
Follow Signboards
Helpful at Rajiv Chowk interchange
Keep Luggage Secure
Useful for railway passengers
FAQs
1. Which metro line connects Anand Vihar to New Delhi Metro Station?
Passengers need to travel via the Blue Line and change to the Yellow Line at Rajiv Chowk.
2. How many interchanges are there on this route?
There is one interchange at Rajiv Chowk Metro Station.
3. What is the metro fare from Anand Vihar to New Delhi?
The approximate fare is ₹40 by token.
4. How much time does the journey take?
The total journey usually takes around 30 to 35 minutes.
5. Is New Delhi Metro Station connected to the railway station?
Yes, New Delhi Metro Station is directly connected to New Delhi Railway Station.
6. Which platform should I board at Anand Vihar?
Board the metro from Platform 2 toward Dwarka Sector 21.
Conclusion
The Anand Vihar Railway Station to New Delhi Metro Route offers a fast, economical, and comfortable way to travel across Delhi. With easy interchange facilities and direct connectivity to New Delhi Railway Station, this route is ideal for daily commuters, tourists, and train travelers.
Delhi Metro remains one of the best transportation options for avoiding traffic and reaching destinations on time.
