It is 6 in the morning. Your overnight train has just pulled into New Delhi Railway Station, you have not really slept, and the moment you step onto the platform a wall of noise hits you — coolies, auto drivers, the smell of chai, and about forty people all telling you they have the "best price" to wherever you are going. This is the exact moment most out-of-town travelers make an expensive mistake: they follow a tout to a taxi and pay three times what the ride is worth.

There is a much calmer, cheaper way out, and it is sitting right under your feet. The Delhi Metro connects directly to every major railway station in the capital, and once you know which line to take, getting across the city becomes the easiest part of your whole trip. This guide walks you through it station by station.

Why the Delhi Metro Beats a Taxi from the Station

Before the how-to, here is why this is worth your five minutes. A pre-paid taxi from a Delhi railway station during rush hour can crawl for an hour and cost several hundred rupees. The Delhi Metro, running on its own tracks below and above that same traffic, will usually get you there faster and for somewhere between ₹11 and ₹64 depending on distance. It is air-conditioned, it runs to a schedule, and — a real relief when you are new to the city — nobody is negotiating with you.

The one catch is knowing which metro station connects to your railway station, because the names do not always match. That is what trips people up, so let us clear it up.

New Delhi Railway Station (NDLS) → Delhi Metro

This is the big one, and thankfully the simplest. New Delhi Railway Station has its own Delhi Metro station called New Delhi, connected to the Yellow Line. If you come out of the Ajmeri Gate side of the station, the metro entrance is a short, signposted walk away.

From this single point you can reach an enormous chunk of the city — Chandni Chowk, Kashmere Gate, Rajiv Chowk (Connaught Place), and onward to Gurgaon in the south or the northern suburbs. New Delhi is also the interchange for the Airport Express Line (the orange line), so if your onward journey is a flight, you can go straight from your train to Terminal 3 in about 20 minutes without ever touching road traffic.

Quick version: Ajmeri Gate exit → New Delhi metro station → Yellow Line (or Airport Express for the airport).

Old Delhi / Delhi Junction (DLI) → Delhi Metro

Old Delhi railway station, officially Delhi Junction, sits right in the middle of the walled city. The nearest Delhi Metro station is Chandni Chowk on the Yellow Line, a short auto or cycle-rickshaw ride away through the famously narrow lanes. If you would rather have more line options, Kashmere Gate — one of the network's largest interchange stations, linking the Yellow, Red and Violet Lines — is also close and gives you direct routes toward east Delhi, Rajiv Chowk and beyond.

Quick version: Delhi Junction → short rickshaw to Chandni Chowk (Yellow Line), or Kashmere Gate for more connections.

Hazrat Nizamuddin (NZM) → Delhi Metro

Nizamuddin is where a lot of travelers get stuck, because for years it had no metro right outside. That has changed. The Hazrat Nizamuddin metro station on the Pink Line now serves the railway station, roughly a 9 to 10 minute walk or a very short auto ride away. The Pink Line is the big ring route, so from here you can loop around to Lajpat Nagar, south Delhi, and connect to almost every other line without going through the crowded center.

If you are carrying heavy luggage, grab an auto for the short hop to the metro entrance rather than dragging bags across the road — it costs very little.

Quick version: Hazrat Nizamuddin station → short walk/auto to Hazrat Nizamuddin metro (Pink Line).

Anand Vihar Terminal (ANVT) → Delhi Metro

Anand Vihar, in east Delhi, is the best-connected of them all. The railway terminal sits right next to Anand Vihar metro station, which is an interchange of the Blue Line and the Pink Line — and it is a near-seamless covered walk from the platforms to the metro. The Blue Line takes you straight into central and west Delhi (Rajiv Chowk, Dwarka), while the Pink Line rings around to the south and to Nizamuddin.

Because Anand Vihar also has a major bus terminal (ISBT) attached, it can feel chaotic, but the metro entrance is well signposted — follow the boards and you will be on a train within minutes.

Quick version: Anand Vihar Terminal → adjacent Anand Vihar metro (Blue Line + Pink Line).

Delhi Metro Fares, Timings and Smart Card (2026)

A few practical numbers so there are no surprises at the ticket counter:

The Airport Express Line has its own separate, slightly higher fares. Trains generally run from around 5:00 AM to about 11:30 PM, with the first and last train times varying a little by line — always worth a quick check on the official Delhi Metro website if you are travelling very early or late.

Two money-saving tips: buy a Smart Card if you will be in Delhi for more than a day — it knocks about 10% off every single ride and saves you queuing for tokens each time. And most stations now support QR-code tickets straight from your phone, so you can skip the counter entirely.

Tips for Train Travelers Switching to the Metro

• Check your train first. If your train is running late, you do not want to rush — see exactly where it is with our live train running status tool before you even reach Delhi, so you can plan your metro connection calmly.
• Confirm your ticket status. Sort out your onward journey too; if you have a connecting train, check your PNR status so you know whether to hurry or relax.
• Travel light through the gates. The Delhi Metro has airport-style security and a size limit on luggage — very large suitcases can be a problem, so this is best for backpacks and medium bags rather than a trolley full of luggage.
• Avoid peak crush. Between roughly 8–10 AM and 6–8 PM the trains are packed. With heavy bags, travel just outside those windows if you can.
• First time in India by train? If this whole journey is new to you, our first-time train travel guide covers the station-side basics that pair perfectly with this metro guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Delhi Metro line connects to New Delhi Railway Station?

New Delhi Railway Station is served by the New Delhi metro station on the Yellow Line, with a direct interchange to the Airport Express (Orange) Line. The metro entrance is a short signposted walk from the Ajmeri Gate exit.

What is the nearest Delhi Metro station to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station?

The nearest is the Hazrat Nizamuddin metro station on the Pink Line, about a 9 to 10 minute walk or a very short auto ride from the railway station.

Is Anand Vihar railway station connected to the Delhi Metro?

Yes. Anand Vihar Terminal is directly next to Anand Vihar metro station, which is an interchange of the Blue Line and the Pink Line, connected by a short covered walkway.

How much does the Delhi Metro cost in 2026?

Delhi Metro fares range from ₹11 for up to 2 km to ₹64 for journeys over 32 km, based on distance slabs revised in 2025. The Airport Express Line has separate fares. A Smart Card gives roughly 10% off every ride.

What are the Delhi Metro timings?

The Delhi Metro generally runs from around 5:00 AM to 11:30 PM, though exact first and last train timings vary slightly by line. Check the official DMRC website for the precise timing on your route if travelling very early or late.

Can I take heavy luggage on the Delhi Metro from the railway station?

You can carry a reasonable amount, but the Delhi Metro has security screening and a luggage size limit, so it suits backpacks and medium bags better than large trolley suitcases. With very heavy luggage, a pre-paid taxi may be more practical.

Landing in Delhi soon? Track your train live, check your PNR status, and plan your onward journey on ConfirmYatra — then let the Delhi Metro handle the last mile.