Palam to Qutab Minar Metro Route

Fare, time, interchanges and route map.

Operator: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC)Official website ↗Helpline: 155370
Rs 43Mon–Sat fare
Rs 32Sun & holidays
28 minTime
16.8 kmDistance
11Stops
1Changes

Estimated from distance; confirm at the station. Exit within 1 hr 40 min of entering.

⇄ Return: Qutab Minar to Palam
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Your journey

Reach destination by --:--
Magenta LineTowards Botanical Garden
--:--Palam17 min · 8 stops--:--Hauz Khas
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🔁 Change at Hauz Khas: Magenta Line → Yellow Line · ~5 min
Yellow LineTowards Millennium City Centre Gurugram
--:--Hauz Khas6 min · 3 stops--:--Qutab Minar
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First & last metro

StationFirstLast
Magenta Line Palam
Towards Botanical Garden
5:58 AM11:08 PM
Yellow Line Hauz Khas
Towards Millennium City Centre Gurugram
6:20 AM11:50 PM

Times are approximate and can differ on Sundays and holidays. Check the operator for exact timings.

Route map

PalamStartSadar Bazaar CanttTerminal 1 IGI AirportShankar ViharVasant ViharMunirkaRK PuramIIT DelhiHauz KhasChange to Yellow LineMalviya NagarSaketQutab MinarDestination

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Summary

To travel from Palam to Qutab Minar by Delhi Metro, board the train at Palam metro station towards Botanical Garden and ride through 10 intermediate stations. This route needs 1 train change (1 interchange at Hauz Khas); switch trains there to continue to Qutab Minar.

The metro travel time from Palam to Qutab Minar is approximately 0 hrs 28 mins, and the total distance covered on this route is 16.8 km. The first metro from Palam departs at 5:58 AM, while the last train leaves at 11:08 PM.

The estimated metro fare from Palam to Qutab Minar is ₹43. Smart card users may receive discounted fares.

Peak Hour Details

Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Metro vs cab, auto and bike: fare and time

Estimates for about 19.3 km

ModeEst. fareEst. time
Metro16.8 kmCheapestFastest
₹4328 min
Cab / Taxi19.3 km
₹290–36548 min
Auto-rickshaw19.3 km
₹230–29558 min
Bike taxi19.3 km
₹130–16541 min

💡 Compared with a cab / taxi, the metro saves about ₹284 on this trip.

Road fares are estimates based on typical rates and change with traffic, time of day and app surge pricing. Metro fares follow the fare chart on this site.

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FAQs

What is the metro fare from Palam to Qutab Minar?

The Delhi Metro fare from Palam to Qutab Minar is ₹43. Fares are determined by DMRC based on the distance traveled and may be updated from time to time.

How long does it take to travel from Palam to Qutab Minar by metro?

The metro journey from Palam to Qutab Minar takes approximately 28 min. Including station entry, security checks, and walking inside stations, allow around 38 min for the complete trip.

How many stations are there between Palam and Qutab Minar?

There are 11 stations between Palam and Qutab Minar on this route, including any interchange stations if a line change is required.

Do I need to change metro lines to travel from Palam to Qutab Minar?

This route requires 1 interchange(s). 1 interchange at Hauz Khas

Which metro lines are used on the route from Palam to Qutab Minar?

The recommended route from Palam to Qutab Minar uses the following Delhi Metro line(s): Magenta, Yellow.

What is the distance between Palam and Qutab Minar?

The metro distance between Palam and Qutab Minar is approximately 16.8 km.

Which direction should I take from Palam station?

When starting your journey at Palam, board the train heading towards Botanical Garden. Platform signage at the station can help confirm the correct direction before boarding.

What is the Sunday metro fare from Palam to Qutab Minar?

The Delhi Metro fare from Palam to Qutab Minar on Sunday is ₹32. Fare discounts, where applicable, are reflected in the displayed amount.

What is the fastest metro route from Palam to Qutab Minar?

The recommended metro route from Palam to Qutab Minar takes around 28 min and includes 1 interchange(s). It is designed to provide an efficient journey across the Delhi Metro network.

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