Journey summary

Botanical Garden to IIT

Line-by-line directions for this trip

UniversityDirect long journey

Travelling from Botanical Garden to IIT on the Delhi Metro takes approximately 30 minutes covering 15 stations and 0 interchanges (direct). The standard token fare is ₹43 (or ₹39 with a Smart Card).

Return journey

Travel Time

30 min

Standard Fare

₹43

Smart Card

₹39

Interchanges

Direct (0)

Total Stations

Distance

17.1 km

First and last train times use reported Botanical Garden timing data. Direction-wise timing can vary by line and destination.

Route plan

Start on Magenta Line towards Janakpuri West from Botanical Garden. Stay on the same metro line until IIT.

Useful for students and campus visitors who need a clear interchange plan and station-entry reference.

This route connects the area around Botanic Garden Bus Station with the area around Kusuma School of Biological Sciences.

Magenta LineBoard for 14 stations

Towards Janakpuri West

Botanical Garden to IIT

Route at a glance

Calculated network summary

This summary is calculated for Botanical Garden to IITfrom the ordered station and line graph used by the planner.

Journey type

University

Lines used

Magenta Line

Network changes

Direct journey

Practical planning note: Large campuses may be some distance from the metro exit, so include the final walk or local connection in your plan.

Line and station naming reference: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation operational network map

Reference reviewed 9 August 2026. Fare and travel time remain planner estimates; check official live notices before travelling.

Route Timeline

Magenta LineBoard for 14 stationsTowards Janakpuri West

Botanical Garden

Start journey on Magenta Line towards Janakpuri West

Okhla Bird Sanctuary

Kalindi Kunj

Jasola Vihar Shaheen Bagh

Destination

Destination station

IIT

Magenta Line

View station details

Parking

Not confirmed in our data

ATM

Not confirmed in our data

Toilet

Recorded as available

Lift

Recorded as available

Escalator

Recorded as available

Nearby places

Kusuma School of Biological Sciences, Bio-Tech Lawns, Red Square, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi

Useful exits

Gate No. 3: IIT Delhi
Gate No. 2: SDA Market
Gate No. 1: Rose Garden

Accessibility information

Lift No.2: Near Gate No.2 of the Station; towards SDA Market
Lift No.3: Near Gate No.3 of the Station; towards IIT

DMRC published reference; verify current gate and lift status on arrival.

Facilities reported along this route

Stations where our current data records selected passenger facilities. Confirm essential facilities before travel.

Parking

5 stations

Botanical Garden Okhla Bird Sanctuary Kalindi Kunj Jasola Vihar Shaheen Bagh Kalkaji Mandir

ATM

3 stations

Botanical Garden Kalkaji Mandir Hauz Khas

Toilet

15 stations

Botanical Garden Okhla Bird Sanctuary Kalindi Kunj Jasola Vihar Shaheen Bagh Okhla Vihar Jamia Millia Islamia+9 more

Journey overview

This calculated journey covers approximately 17.1 km and 14 stops. The planner estimates 30 minutes of travel and a standard estimated fare of ₹43. It uses 1 line section without a line change.

Route character

This is a direct metro journey from Botanical Garden to IIT on Magenta Line, which usually makes it easier to follow station signage and stay on one platform direction throughout the trip.

Direct long journey: Useful for students and campus visitors who need a clear interchange plan and station-entry reference.

This route connects the area around Botanic Garden Bus Station with the area around Kusuma School of Biological Sciences.

This route's line signature is Magenta Line (Botanical Garden to IIT). The first stations in travel order are Botanical Garden, Okhla Bird Sanctuary, Kalindi Kunj, Jasola Vihar Shaheen Bagh, Okhla Vihar, Jamia Millia Islamia, and more, which helps make this station pair distinct from other journeys using some of the same interchange hubs.

Line-by-line summary

Ride the Magenta Line from Botanical Garden to IIT towards Janakpuri West. This section covers 14 stops.

Origin and destination station details

Origin station

Leaving Botanical Garden

Botanical Garden is interchange station in noida metro network.

Address / access area: Botanical Garden Metro Station; access reference: Captain Vijayant Thapar Marg
Parking: Listed as available; confirm live access and vehicle rules.
Accessibility reference: 4 published accessible entry or gate references; verify live lift and gate status.
Station hours / first and last train: DMRC First/Last Train Time tool for this station pair and direction.

Nearby: Botanic Garden Bus Station, Noida Botanical Garden, Shaheed Smarak Smriti Park.

Full Botanical Garden station guide Source reviewed 20 August 2026

Destination station

Arriving at IIT

IIT is metro station on the magenta line.

Address / access area: IIT Metro Station; access reference: Near Gate No.2 of the Station; towards SDA Market
Parking: Not confirmed in the reviewed station data.
Accessibility reference: 2 published accessible entry or gate references; verify live lift and gate status.
Station hours / first and last train: DMRC First/Last Train Time tool for this station pair and direction.

Nearby: Kusuma School of Biological Sciences, Bio-Tech Lawns, Red Square, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi.

Full IIT station guide Source reviewed 20 August 2026

Useful gate context

Botanical Garden gates

Gate No. 1: Captain Vijayant Thapar Marg | Gate No. 4: Multilevel parking

IIT gates

Gate No. 3: IIT Delhi | Gate No. 2: SDA Market

Stations on this route

These stations are listed in travel order using the same network data as the route calculation.

Fare and journey time are planning estimates. Platform numbers, live disruptions and gate availability can change, so confirm the line name and terminal direction on station displays before boarding.

Related routes

Open related route pages from the same origin, destination and interchange network to compare alternate Delhi Metro journeys.

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Botanical Garden station guide IIT station guide

Fare Options

Estimated fare by payment type. Eligibility, operator rules and the final amount shown before payment take priority.

Calculate another Delhi Metro fare

Standard fare (QR ticket)

Standard estimated fare

Base

₹43

Smart card / NCMC fare

Estimated smart card fare

₹39

Discounted fare (off-peak / MJQRT)

Estimated fare where eligible

20% off

₹34.4

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the metro route from Botanical Garden to IIT?

The metro route from Botanical Garden to IIT has 15 stations, 17.1 km approximate distance and 0 interchanges. Follow the station-by-station timeline for the complete route.

How much is the fare from Botanical Garden to IIT?

The estimated standard fare for this route is ₹43.0. With a smart card or NCMC, the estimate is ₹39.0. The eligible off-peak/MJQRT estimate is ₹34.4. Operator eligibility rules and the final amount shown before payment take priority.

How long does it take from Botanical Garden to IIT?

The estimated travel time is 30 minutes, including interchange time where applicable.

Which metro line should I board from Botanical Garden?

Board the Magenta Line from Botanical Garden towards Janakpuri West.

Where do I change metro between Botanical Garden and IIT?

No interchange is required on this route. You can stay on the same metro line until IIT.

How many stations are there from Botanical Garden to IIT?

There are 15 stations on the route from Botanical Garden to IIT, including the starting and destination stations. This means there are 14 metro stops between the two stations.

Which metro lines are used from Botanical Garden to IIT?

This route uses Magenta Line. Follow the route timeline to see where each line starts and where to change trains.

What are the stations between Botanical Garden and IIT?

Stations on this route are Botanical Garden, Okhla Bird Sanctuary, Kalindi Kunj, Jasola Vihar Shaheen Bagh, Okhla Vihar, Jamia Millia Islamia, Sukhdev Vihar, Okhla NSIC, Kalkaji Mandir, Nehru Enclave, Greater Kailash, Chirag Delhi, Panchsheel Park, Hauz Khas, IIT.

What kind of metro journey is Botanical Garden to IIT?

Botanical Garden to IIT is best described here as a direct long journey. Useful for students and campus visitors who need a clear interchange plan and station-entry reference.

Which gate can help when starting from Botanical Garden?

Botanical Garden currently has reported gate references such as Gate No. 1 for Captain Vijayant Thapar Marg; Gate No. 4 for Multilevel parking. Station signboards and live gate operations should be treated as the final reference on the day of travel.

What is reported near IIT after this journey?

Reported nearby places around IIT include Kusuma School of Biological Sciences, Bio-Tech Lawns, Red Square, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi. Use the station exit and gate boards to match your final destination after arriving.