Nearest metro station to Purana Qila, Delhi
Indraprastha is the nearest metro station to Purana Qila, about 1.4 km away, a walk of roughly 23 minutes.
Indraprastha metro station on the Blue Line is the closest to Purana Qila, about 1.4 km away and roughly a 23 minute walk. Supreme Court is nearby, about 1.6 km away, also on the Blue Line. If you are on the Violet Line, Khan Market is about 1.7 km away, or Mandi House at about 2.1 km which has both Blue and Violet Line access.
By train, Mandawali Chander Vihar Halt is the nearest at about 1.0 km with 24 trains. Hazrat Nizamuddin Jn has more trains (236) and is about 2.6 km away. From Kirti Nagar, the ride to Indraprastha takes about 22 minutes with no change. Qila-i-Khuna Mosque and the National Stadium are nearby landmarks.
Metro stations near Purana Qila
| Station | Distance | First / last metro |
|---|---|---|
| Indraprastha Blue Line |
1.4 km 23 min walk |
05:20 to 23:55 station hours |
| Supreme Court Blue Line |
1.6 km 27 min walk |
05:22 to 23:53 station hours |
| Khan Market Violet Line |
1.7 km 29 min walk |
05:43 to 23:48 station hours |
| Mandi House Blue LineViolet Line |
2.1 km 36 min walk |
05:24 to 23:56 station hours |
Straight-line distance from the Purana Qila map point; the walk along roads is longer, so walking times are estimates.
Indraprastha gates
- Gate No. 1: Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Ip Estate
- Gate No. 2: Near DTC headquarters
Gate list from DMRC. Pick the gate on the Purana Qila side and follow station signs.
Map
Tips for getting to Purana Qila
- Indraprastha opens at 05:20 and closes at 23:55.
- Blue Line riders should get off at Indraprastha for the shortest walk to Purana Qila.
- Mandawali Chander Vihar Halt railway station is only 1.0 km away if you arrive by train.
Metro to Indraprastha (for Purana Qila) from popular stations
| From | Time | Changes |
|---|---|---|
| Kashmere Gate to Indraprastha | 17 min | 1 |
| Inderlok to Indraprastha | 31 min | 2 |
| Kirti Nagar to Indraprastha | 22 min | Direct |
| New Delhi Airport Express Terminal to Indraprastha | 18 min | 2 |
| Rajiv Chowk to Indraprastha | 7 min | Direct |
| Anand Vihar to Indraprastha | 18 min | 1 |
Nearest railway station to Purana Qila
| Railway station | Distance | Trains |
|---|---|---|
| Mandawali Chander Vihar Halt (MWC) | 1.0 km | 24 |
| Tilak Bridge (TKJ) | 2.1 km | 77 |
| Hazrat Nizamuddin Jn (NZM) | 2.6 km | 236 |
Straight-line distance. Train counts are trains that stop at the station in our timetable.
Questions about getting to Purana Qila
Which metro station is closest to Purana Qila?
Indraprastha on the Blue Line, about 1.4 km away and roughly a 23 minute walk.
Which railway station is nearest to Purana Qila?
Mandawali Chander Vihar Halt is the closest at about 1.0 km with 24 trains. Hazrat Nizamuddin Jn is about 2.6 km away with 236 trains.
What time does Indraprastha metro station open?
Indraprastha opens at 05:20 and closes at 23:55.
Which is the nearest metro station to Purana Qila?
Indraprastha on the Blue Line (Delhi Metro) is the nearest metro station to Purana Qila, about 1.4 km away in a straight line, roughly a 23 minute walk.
Is there another metro station near Purana Qila?
Yes. Supreme Court is about 1.6 km away (Delhi Metro).
Which is the nearest railway station to Purana Qila?
Mandawali Chander Vihar Halt (MWC) is the nearest railway station, about 1.0 km away, with 24 trains stopping there.
Timings and fares: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) (official site), checked 2026-10-03. Times at intermediate stations are estimates. Station locations: OpenStreetMap contributors. Not affiliated with any metro operator.
Place location: OpenStreetMap.