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How to Get from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to New Delhi Railway Station

New Delhi Railway Station is 18.7 km (about 23 minutes by road) north-east of Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). The Airport Express metro is the cheapest and usually quickest public option at about 35 minutes, while door-to-door cars take 23–45 minutes depending on traffic.

✓ Verified Oct 30, 2026 • 18.7 km road distance

Pre-Booked Private Transfer

Door-to-Door
23 mins •Pre-Booked
€7.50 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. After collecting your baggage, exit into the Arrivals hall.
  2. Meet your driver holding a name board at the agreed pickup zone (T3 forecourt or T2 service road).
  3. Board the vehicle and give the driver 'New Delhi Railway Station, Paharganj/Ajmeri Gate side'.
  4. Relax on the 23–35 minute drive; your driver drops you at the station entrance.
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Delhi Airport Express Line (Orange Line)

Cheapest
35 mins •Every 10-15 Mins
€0.60 / Person
Luggage: Wheeled Luggage Allowed
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs in T3 Arrivals to the 'IGI Airport' Airport Express station (T2 passengers can also use this station).
  2. Buy a token/QR ticket or use a DMRC smart card/NCMC (approx ₹65).
  3. Board a New Delhi-bound train (about 20 minutes).
  4. Alight at New Delhi station and exit on the Ajmeri Gate side.
  5. Walk across the road to New Delhi Railway Station.

Official Prepaid Taxi / App Cab

Best for Late Nights
25 mins •On Demand
€4.20 - €10.50 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: Fits 2-3 Bags
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals and use the Delhi Traffic Police prepaid taxi counter inside, or go to the app pickup zone in the multi-level car park.
  2. Pay the fixed fare at the counter (or confirm the app fare plus ₹290 airport pickup charge).
  3. Collect your receipt with taxi number; follow staff to your taxi.
  4. Tell the driver 'New Delhi Railway Station' and keep the prepaid slip until you arrive.

DTC Airport Express Bus + Yellow Line Metro

Slowest
70 mins •See Timetable
Fare Not Published (Check Chalo App)
Luggage: Limited Luggage Space
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From T3 Arrivals, follow signs to the DTC Airport Express bus stop.
  2. Board an Airport Express bus to ISBT Kashmere Gate (e.g., Airport Express-4).
  3. Ride for about 45–60 minutes to ISBT Kashmere Gate.
  4. Transfer to the southbound Yellow Line metro and alight at New Delhi (2 stops).
  5. Exit on the Ajmeri Gate side to reach New Delhi Railway Station.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Ignore touts inside the arrivals hall offering taxis or currency exchange; use only the official prepaid taxi counter or the app pickup zone.
  • Make sure the taxi driver respects the prepaid fare; keep your receipt until you reach New Delhi Railway Station and do not pay extra for tolls (this route has no bridge tolls).
  • App cabs add a flat ₹290 airport pickup charge on top of the fare; check the final total in the app before boarding.
  • At New Delhi railway station, ignore unofficial porters or 'helpers' who demand money; use registered coolies with fixed rates if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way from Delhi Airport to New Delhi Railway Station?

The Delhi Airport Express Line (Orange Line) costs about ₹65 (about €0.60) per person and reaches New Delhi station in about 20 minutes; allow 35 minutes with walking.

Is the Airport Express metro available at night?

The Airport Express runs roughly 05:00 to 23:30, not 24 hours. For late-night arrivals, book a prepaid taxi, app cab or pre-arranged private transfer.

How long does a taxi take from DEL to New Delhi Railway Station?

A taxi or private transfer usually takes 23–45 minutes depending on traffic, but allow 60 minutes during peak hours.

Can I use a debit/credit card to pay for the metro?

Yes, you can pay with a token/QR ticket via DMRC app, a DMRC smart card or a RuPay/contactless NCMC card. Not all cash counters may accept foreign cards, so keep small INR as backup.

Where exactly do I catch the Airport Express at T3?

Follow signs in T3 Arrivals to the 'IGI Airport' station on the Airport Express Line. T2 passengers can use the same station; T1 is separate and not linked by metro.

Is the DTC bus direct to New Delhi Railway Station?

No direct DTC airport bus serves New Delhi Railway Station. Airport buses go to hubs like ISBT Kashmere Gate, where you can change to the Yellow Line for two stops to New Delhi.

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