Delhi Metro Yellow Line Route 2026 : All Stations, Map and Travel Guide

If you are travelling through central Delhi or heading to Gurugram from north Delhi, the Yellow Line is almost certainly in your plan. It is one of the busiest corridors on the Delhi Metro network, connecting the university belt in the north to the commercial heart of the capital and then continuing into Gurugram’s Cyber City zone.

Whether you need the full stations list, the route map, where to interchange to another line, or how long the journey from Samaypur Badli to New Delhi takes, this guide has all of it in one place.

Delhi Metro Yellow Line — Quick Overview

Delhi Metro Yellow Line Route Map — All 37 Stations

The Yellow Line runs roughly north to south. Below is the complete route from Samaypur Badli to Millennium City Centre with interchange information at each station.

Key Interchange Stations on the Yellow Line

The Yellow Line connects to five other metro lines at major interchange stations. These are the most important junctions for commuters.

Delhi Metro Yellow Line Route — Journey Times

Here are approximate journey times between major stations on the Yellow Line. Times vary slightly depending on the direction and time of day.

Samaypur Badli to New Delhi Metro — Complete Journey Guide

This is one of the most searched journeys on the Yellow Line. Commuters from Rohini, Jahangirpuri and Adarsh Nagar regularly make this trip.

Tips for the Samaypur Badli to New Delhi Journey

• Board from Platform 1 at Samaypur Badli for trains going toward Millennium City Centre
• Kashmere Gate is the interchange for the Red Line to Shahdara side or the Airport Line
• New Delhi station connects directly to New Delhi Railway Station via the Airport Express Line
• Peak hours on this stretch: 8 AM to 10 AM and 5 PM to 8 PM are the busiest periods
• The stretch between Vishwavidyalaya and Kashmere Gate is underground

Yellow Line Delhi Metro — First and Last Train Timings

Delhi Metro Yellow Line Fare

Using a Delhi Metro Smart Card gives you a 10% discount on every journey. If you travel daily on the Yellow Line, a Smart Card saves a meaningful amount over a month. Cards are available at all station token vending machines and customer care centres.

Yellow Line Metro Near Key Delhi Landmarks

Near Nizamuddin Railway Station

The Yellow Line does not have a station directly at Nizamuddin Railway Station. The nearest Yellow Line station is Jor Bagh, which is approximately 2 km from the railway station. Alternatively, you can take a bus or auto from Nizamuddin to Lajpat Nagar (Pink Line) or Khan Market (Violet Line) to connect to the broader metro network. There is no direct Yellow Line station for Nizamuddin.

Near Connaught Place

Rajiv Chowk is the main Yellow Line station for Connaught Place. New Delhi station on the Yellow Line is also a short walk from the outer ring of Connaught Place and serves New Delhi Railway Station and Paharganj area. Both are major hubs on this line.

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Near Old Delhi

Chandni Chowk and Chawri Bazar are the Yellow Line stations for Old Delhi. Kashmere Gate is the junction station where you can change to the Red Line for further old city access. All three are underground stations on this stretch.

Yellow Line and Airport Line Connection

The Yellow Line connects to the Airport Express Line (Orange Line) at two points: New Delhi station and Kashmere Gate (via Red Line transfer). The Airport Express Line runs from New Delhi to IGI Airport Terminal 3 in about 20 minutes. If you are heading to the airport from north Delhi, board the Yellow Line at your station, get off at New Delhi, and change to the Airport Express for a direct non-stop journey to Terminal 3.

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Conclusion

The Delhi Metro Yellow Line is the backbone of north to south travel in Delhi. Whether you are a student heading to Delhi University from south Delhi, a professional commuting from Gurugram to Connaught Place, or a traveller connecting from New Delhi Railway Station to anywhere on the network, this line is central to how Delhi moves.

The full route from Samaypur Badli to Millennium City Centre covers 37 stations across 48.1 km and connects to the Red, Blue, Pink, Violet, Magenta and Airport Express lines along the way. With trains every 3 to 5 minutes during peak hours, it is one of the most reliable and frequent corridors in the DMRC network.

For real-time updates, departure times and fare calculations, use the official Delhi Metro app or check at any station help desk. Smart Cards remain the most cost-effective way to travel frequently on this line.