If you work anywhere near DLF Cyber City and find yourself heading to Connaught Place for a client meeting, a shopping run, or just to meet a friend near Rajiv Chowk, the metro is by far your best bet. Road traffic between Gurugram and Central Delhi during peak hours can easily stretch a 25-minute drive into a 90-minute crawl. The metro, on the other hand, gets you there in a little over an hour — reliably, every single time, regardless of what the traffic on NH-48 looks like.
What most guides don’t tell you is that this isn’t a single-line journey. You’ll actually use two different metro systems that happen to connect seamlessly at one station. Here’s everything you need to know before you head out.
Quick Snapshot
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| From | Cyber City (Rapid Metro) |
| To | Rajiv Chowk |
| Systems used | Rapid Metro Gurugram + Delhi Metro Yellow Line |
| Change of train | Yes, at Sikanderpur |
| Total stations covered | Around 21–22 |
| Approximate distance | 26–27 km |
| Total journey time | 55–65 minutes (varies with waiting time at the change) |
| Approximate total fare | ₹55–₹70 (lower with a smart card) |
| Trains run | Roughly 5:45 AM to 11:00 PM |
Why This Route Involves a Change of Train
Cyber City station sits on the Rapid Metro Gurugram network — a smaller, elevated light-metro line built originally by a private operator to serve DLF’s office complexes, and now run by DMRC. It doesn’t run all the way into Delhi. Instead, it feeds directly into the Yellow Line at Sikanderpur, which is where the real cross-city stretch to Rajiv Chowk begins.
The good news is that this handover is about as painless as interchanges get. Both systems share the same station complex at Sikanderpur, connected by a covered walkway, and your smart card or QR ticket works across both — you don’t need to buy a second ticket at the counter. Think of it less as “changing trains” and more as walking from one platform to another under the same roof.
Full Station List, Start to Finish
Leg 1 — Rapid Metro (Cyber City to Sikanderpur)
| # | Station |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cyber City |
| 2 | Moulsari Avenue |
| 3 | Phase 3 |
| 4 | Sikanderpur (change here) |
Leg 2 — Yellow Line (Sikanderpur to Rajiv Chowk)
| # | Station |
|---|---|
| 1 | Sikanderpur |
| 2 | Guru Dronacharya |
| 3 | Arjangarh |
| 4 | Ghitorni |
| 5 | Sultanpur |
| 6 | Chhattarpur |
| 7 | Qutab Minar |
| 8 | Saket |
| 9 | Malviya Nagar |
| 10 | Hauz Khas |
| 11 | Green Park |
| 12 | AIIMS |
| 13 | INA |
| 14 | Jor Bagh |
| 15 | Race Course |
| 16 | Udyog Bhavan |
| 17 | Central Secretariat |
| 18 | Patel Chowk |
| 19 | Rajiv Chowk |
That’s roughly 21 stops end to end once you account for Sikanderpur being shared between both legs.
How Much Will It Cost You?
| Leg | Token/UPI Fare | Smart Card Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Cyber City → Sikanderpur (Rapid Metro) | ~₹10 | ~₹9 |
| Sikanderpur → Rajiv Chowk (Yellow Line) | ~₹50–54 | ~₹45–48 |
| Total (approx.) | ~₹60–64 | ~₹54–57 |
A Delhi Metro smart card or the NCMC (National Common Mobility Card) works across both legs without any extra transfer charge, and it’s genuinely worth carrying one if you’re making this trip more than once — you skip the QR-ticket queue and save a few rupees each way.
So How Long Does It Really Take?
This is where a lot of route guides oversell the journey. Realistically:
| Segment | Time |
|---|---|
| Cyber City to Sikanderpur (Rapid Metro) | 8–10 minutes |
| Walk/wait time at Sikanderpur interchange | 3–8 minutes |
| Sikanderpur to Rajiv Chowk (Yellow Line) | 45–54 minutes |
| Total | 55–65 minutes |
During peak office hours (roughly 9–11 AM and 6–8:30 PM), add another 5–10 minutes for crowded platforms and slightly longer dwell times at busy stations like Hauz Khas, AIIMS, and Central Secretariat.
First and Last Trains
| From | First Train | Last Train |
|---|---|---|
| Cyber City (Rapid Metro) | ~6:00 AM | ~11:00 PM |
| Rajiv Chowk (towards Cyber City) | ~5:30 AM | ~11:15 PM |
Timings can shift slightly on Sundays, national holidays, or during maintenance windows, and Rapid Metro’s exact last-train time has varied across different official updates. If you’re planning a late-night trip either way, it’s worth a quick check on the DMRC Momentum app before you leave — it’s more reliable than any blog, including this one, for real-time schedules.
Making the Change at Sikanderpur Without the Hassle
Sikanderpur can feel a little disorienting the first time, mostly because it’s genuinely two stations stitched together. A few things that help:
- Follow the overhead signage toward “Yellow Line” if you’ve arrived on Rapid Metro, or toward “Rapid Metro / Cyber City” if you’re headed the other way.
- The walkway between the two platforms takes about 3–5 minutes on foot — don’t cut it too close if your onward train is announced.
- Your smart card stays valid through the change as long as you complete the journey within the standard transfer window, so there’s no need to exit and re-enter through separate gates.
What’s Around Each End of the Journey
Near Cyber City
| Landmark | Distance |
|---|---|
| DLF Cyber Hub | ~300 m |
| Ambience Mall, Gurugram | ~1.5 km |
| Cyber Park | ~700 m |
| Udyog Vihar | ~2 km |
Near Rajiv Chowk
| Landmark | Distance |
|---|---|
| Connaught Place / Inner Circle | Walking distance |
| Palika Bazaar | ~200 m |
| Janpath Market | ~500 m |
| Jantar Mantar | ~900 m |
| Gurudwara Bangla Sahib | ~1.5 km |
A Few Practical Tips
- Travel before 9 AM or after 8:30 PM if you want a seat rather than a standing commute — this stretch of the Yellow Line gets genuinely packed during office hours.
- Keep your card charged with at least ₹60–70 before you start, so you’re not stuck topping up mid-journey at an unfamiliar station.
- Sit near the doors if you’re getting off at Rajiv Chowk — it’s one of the busiest stations on the network, and the platform crowd moves fast.
- Use the Blue Line interchange at Rajiv Chowk if your final destination is further out — it’s a short walk within the same station complex.
- Don’t rely on Google Maps alone for live timings — the DMRC app tends to reflect real-time disruptions faster.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a direct metro, or do I need to change trains? You’ll need to change once, at Sikanderpur, from Rapid Metro to the Yellow Line. Both are covered by the same smart card journey, so it’s a quick walk rather than a full re-ticketing.
How much does the entire trip cost? Expect to pay somewhere between ₹54 and ₹64 total, depending on whether you’re using a smart card or buying a token/QR ticket.
How long does the full journey take? Around 55 to 65 minutes door to door, including the change at Sikanderpur. It can run slightly longer during peak hours.
Can I use the same card for both the Rapid Metro and the Yellow Line? Yes. Since DMRC now operates both systems, a single smart card or NCMC card works across the entire journey.
What’s the last train I can catch from Cyber City to reach Rajiv Chowk comfortably? Aim to board by around 10 PM to avoid any last-train uncertainty at the interchange — this gives you a comfortable buffer even if timings shift slightly.
Is there a faster alternative? A cab or auto can sometimes be quicker very early in the morning, but during regular daytime hours, the metro is almost always faster and far more predictable than road traffic on the Gurugram–Delhi stretch.
Final Word
The Cyber City to Rajiv Chowk metro run isn’t a single straight line, but it’s still one of the more efficient ways to move between Gurugram’s corporate belt and the heart of Delhi. Once you know that Sikanderpur is where the two systems meet, the rest of the journey is straightforward — hop on, change platforms, and you’re in Connaught Place in about an hour, air-conditioned coach and all, with none of the traffic stress that comes with the road route.
Metro fares, timings, and schedules are subject to periodic revision by DMRC. It’s a good habit to confirm current details on the official DMRC website or app before you travel.
