Kalkaji Mandir → Shalimar Bagh
Delhi Metro Route
Step-by-step route
Violet Line
Ride 5 stations
Change to Pink Line
Board the train towards Majlis Park · Elevated station
Pink Line
Ride 16 stations
How to travel from Kalkaji Mandir to Shalimar Bagh by Metro
To travel from Kalkaji Mandir to Shalimar Bagh on the Delhi Metro, you need one interchange. Start on the Violet Line from Kalkaji Mandir, change to the Pink Line at Lajpat Nagar, and continue to Shalimar Bagh.
The total journey covers 20 stations and takes approximately 43 minutes. The fare is ₹40 with a token or ₹36 with a Delhi Metro Smart Card (10% discount).
Delhi Metro trains run from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily on most lines, with the Airport Express running 4:40 AM to 11:40 PM. During peak hours trains come every 3 to 8 minutes depending on the line and section. Plan extra time during rush hours as trains can be crowded on busy corridors.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Kalkaji Mandir to Shalimar Bagh by metro?
The metro journey from Kalkaji Mandir to Shalimar Bagh takes approximately 43 minutes, covering 20 stations with 1 interchange.
What is the metro fare from Kalkaji Mandir to Shalimar Bagh?
The fare from Kalkaji Mandir to Shalimar Bagh is ₹40 with a token/QR ticket, or ₹36 with a Delhi Metro Smart Card (10% discount). Fares are distance-based and deducted automatically at exit gates.
Which metro line goes from Kalkaji Mandir to Shalimar Bagh?
Take the Violet Line from Kalkaji Mandir, then change to the Pink Line at Lajpat Nagar to reach Shalimar Bagh.
What is the first and last metro from Kalkaji Mandir?
The first metro from terminal stations on this line departs at 6:00 AM on most lines and the last at 11:00 PM, seven days a week including weekends and holidays. The Airport Express is the exception, running 4:40 AM to 11:40 PM. The exact time at Kalkaji Mandir will be a few minutes later depending on how far it is from the terminal. Check our timings page for details.