Delhi Cantt Nearest Metro Station: Distance, Routes & Last-Mile Connectivity Guide (2026)

Delhi Cantt, or Delhi Cantonment, is one of the most distinctive localities of the national capital. It spans over 10,400 acres and has a population of over 1.1 lakh as per census data and functions as a self-contained zone under the Cantonment Board and not the MCD. The area has defense establishments, well-developed residential colonies, Delhi Cantonment Railway Station, and the Army College of Medical Sciences.

Delhi Cantt residents have been living with a connectivity gap for years that the metro simply failed to address. This has changed with the opening of Delhi Cantt Metro Station on the Pink Line (Line 7) which now makes much of Delhi easily accessible by metro. This guide will cover all the metro stations near Delhi Cantt, exact distance and how to reach each one, and the best last-mile options depending upon where you are headed.

Quick Reference — Nearest Metro Stations to Delhi Cantt

 Note: The main and nearest metro station to the locality is Delhi Cantt Metro Station on Pink Line (Line 7). It is near Brar Square on NH-48 and is functional as of 2026. All the timings and distances quoted in this guide are cross checked with latest DMRC operational data.

1. Delhi Cantt Metro Station, Closest and Most Strategically Located

Quick Facts: Pink Line (Line 7) Distance: 2.4 km from Delhi Cantonment Railway Station Travel Time by Auto: 8 to 12 minutes Gates: Gate 1 (Army College of Medical Sciences side), Gate 2 (Brar Square side) 

Delhi Cantt Metro Station is an underground station on the Pink Line, located close to Brar Square, off NH-48. It is the station most Delhi Cantt residents will use for daily commuting. From here, the Pink Line opens up a large arc of Delhi heading east towards Shiv Vihar; you pass through Bhikaji Cama Place, Sarojini Nagar, INA, Lajpat Nagar, and finally Anand Vihar. Towards the west, you connect with Majlis Park, Rajouri Garden (Blue Line interchange), and Punjabi Bagh.

The Delhi Cantonment Railway Station being approx. 2.4 km away, the station also serves a dual purpose for the visitors. Autos and e-rickshaws are available outside Gate 1 for passengers going to the railway station.

How to Reach from Delhi Cantt.

• From Brar Square: 3 min walk from Brar Square bus stop
• Auto from Delhi Cantonment Railway Station: 10 to 15 minutes Rs 60 to Rs 100
• Buses 442, 448, 479, 529, and 588 of the DTC run near the station
• Exit Brar Square via Gate 2. Use Gate 1 to the Army College of Medical Sciences side

2. Naraina Vihar Metro Station, Best Option for the Western Edges

Quick Facts: Line: Pink Line (Line 7) Length: 2.8 km Travel Time by Car: 9 to 13 minutes

The next station from Delhi Cantt Station on the Pink Line towards Majlis Park is Naraina Vihar Metro Station. If you are residing in the western parts of the Cantonment area or Naraina Vihar itself, it will be a natural, and often less-congested, entry point. The Pink Line access is a big reason for the premium. Naraina Vihar is one of the premium localities in West Delhi with average property prices above Rs 11,000 per sq ft.

How to Reach from Delhi Cantt

• Take NH-48 towards NW towards Naraina.
• Autos are easily available from Brar Square towards Naraina Vihar.
• The two areas are connected by DTC buses on the Ring Road corridor

3. Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus Metro Station, The Airport Express Gateway

Quick facts: Line: Pink Line (Line 7) Distance: 3.2 km  Travel Time by Auto: 10 to 15 minutes Key Feature: Interchange to Airport Express Line via Dhaula Kuan footbridge

This is the station one stop east of Delhi Cantt on the Pink Line towards Shiv Vihar. Its importance is out of all proportion to its remoteness. Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus Station is linked by a foot overbridge with travelators directly to Dhaula Kuan Station on the Airport Express (Orange) Line. The most convenient route for travelers to and from Indira Gandhi International Airport from Delhi Cantt.

One of Delhi Metro’s most iconic infrastructure points, the Dhaula Kuan elevated station is the highest point on the Pink Line at 23.6 meters.

How to Reach from Delhi Cantt.

• Take Pink Line from Delhi Cantt Metro Station and travel 1 stop to Shiv Vihar
• Or take an auto or cab directly to Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus in 10 to 15 minutes.
• Reach Airport Express—Cross foot overbridge to Dhaula Kuan Station

4. Dhaula Kuan Metro Station, For Direct Airport Connectivity

Quick Facts: Line: Airport Express (Orange Line) Distance: 3.5 km Travel Time by Car: 12 to 18 mins

Dhaula Kuan is the interchange of Airport Express Line which links Delhi Cantt with IGI Airport in a matter of minutes. This route is a must for residents who often fly or expect guests from the airport. The Airport Express runs between New Delhi Railway Station and Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector 25 with a halt at IGI Airport Terminal 3.

If you are coming from another metro direction, get off at Delhi Cantt Metro Station, go one stop east to Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus and cross the footbridge to Dhaula Kuan. Or go directly in an auto to Dhaula Kuan.

How to get there from Delhi Cantt.

• Metro: Delhi Cantt Metro Station → Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus in one stop → Dhaula Kuan via footbridge
• Directly by auto Rs 80 to Rs 150 12 to 18 minutes

5. Mayapuri Metro Station, For Green Line and North Delhi Connectivity

Quick Facts: Line: Line 5 (Green Line) Distance: 4.2 km Estimated Auto Travel Time: 14 to 20 minutes

Mayapuri Metro Station is on the Green Line which connects Ashok Park Main and beyond towards Palam Vihar on one side and Brigadier Hoshiyar Singh (Inderlok) to Brigadier Hoshiyar Singh on the other. This station gives direct access to the residents commuting towards Moti Nagar, Rajdhani Park or working in the Mayapuri industrial belt, without having to interchange at the Pink Line.

How to get there from Delhi Cantt.

• Take Ring Road from Delhi Cantt towards Mayapuri
• There are autos available from Brar Square and Palam Road, towards Mayapuri.
• This corridor is also connected with DMRC feeder buses

Metro Timings, Delhi Cantt Metro Station (Pink Line)

 Important: Timings are indicative based on DMRC operational timings as on 2026. Always check the DMRC official app or website (www.delhimetrorail.com) before travel, particularly on public holidays.

How to Reach Delhi Cantt from Different Parts of Delhi by Metro

From Connaught Place or New Delhi Railway Station

Take the Yellow Line from Rajiv Chowk. Dilli Haat INA – Change to Pink Line. Head to Majlis Park and get down at Delhi Cantt Metro Station. Total travel time is roughly 30-40 minutes depending on wait times.

Coming from Indira Gandhi International Airport

Take the Airport Express from IGI Airport Terminal 3 to New Delhi. Dhaula Kuan station is your stop, and you can cross the foot overbridge with travelators to Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus on the Pink Line. Board one stop to reach Delhi Cantt towards Majlis Park metro station. Or you can take a direct cab from the airport which is 20-35 minutes and is often more practical with heavy luggage.

From Lajpat Nagar or South Extension

Board the Pink Line from Lajpat Nagar or South Extension directly towards Majlis Park. Delhi Cantt Metro Station is on the same line, you can ride directly without interchange. Total travel time is around 20-30 minutes.

From Anand Vihar or East Delhi

Take the Pink Line from Anand Vihar ISBT to Majlis Park. Delhi Cantt Metro Station is on the same line, a straight ride of 40-50 mins.

From Rajouri Garden or West Delhi

Take Pink Line from Rajouri Garden towards Shiv Vihar. After Naraina Vihar, one more stop, you will reach Delhi Cantt Metro Station. Travel time is approximately 10-15 minutes.

Last-Mile Connectivity Options from Metro to Delhi Cantt

From Delhi Cantt Metro Station, there is a short connecting journey to reach Cantonment area or the railway station. Here is what you can get:

Tip: Auto-rickshaws are hard to find near the station during peak hours (8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.) E-rickshaws nearby Gate 1 are a relatively safe option for the short ride to Brar Square and the immediate Cantonment area.

What Pink Line Metro Connectivity Means for Properties Near Delhi Cantt

Metro connectivity is one of the biggest drivers of residential property appreciation in Delhi NCR. In March 2026, the Pink Line was extended from Majlis Park to Maujpur-Babarpur becoming the first complete ring metro in India. It is the longest metro line in the country, with a length of 73.49 km and 46 stations.

This improved connectivity has made Property for sale in Delhi Cantt and surrounding localities much more attractive. The property prices in localities such as Naraina Vihar, which is one stop on the Pink Line, are already over Rs 11,000 per sq. ft. A number of mid-segment localities in West Delhi are in the Rs 8,000-11,000 per sq. ft. The Cantonment area is also seeing strong demand for both resale and rental property, with land governed by the Defence, limited new supply and excellent metro access.

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Conclusion

Delhi Cantt is not the connectivity blind spot it used to be. From the Pink Line’s Delhi Cantt Metro Station, most of Delhi is just a metro ride or a quick interchange away, be it to Connaught Place, Lajpat Nagar, the airport or East Delhi. For defence personnel, government employees and families based in the Cantonment, daily commute by metro has now become a practical, time-saving option.

The Pink Line, with its ring-route connectivity and proximity to South and Central Delhi, and the stable land governance make the Delhi Cantt corridor a robust real estate market for buyers and investors. Search for properties near Delhi Cantt on Square Yards for the latest sale and rental listings across various budget ranges.