Vishwavidyalaya to Rajiv Chowk
Metro Route Guide
Complete guide to travel from Vishwavidyalaya Metro Station (Delhi University North Campus) to Rajiv Chowk Metro Station (Connaught Place) — covering fare, timings, intermediate stops, nearby attractions, and insider tips for 2025.
🗺️ Vishwavidyalaya to Rajiv Chowk — Route Overview
The journey from Vishwavidyalaya Metro Station to Rajiv Chowk Metro Station is one of the most popular and frequently travelled routes on the Delhi Metro network. Serving a diverse mix of students, professionals, shoppers, and tourists, this Yellow Line corridor bridges North Delhi's academic heartland with the commercial nerve centre of the capital.
Inaugurated on 20 December 2004 as part of Delhi Metro Phase I, the Vishwavidyalaya to Kashmere Gate section was actually the first underground stretch of the entire DMRC network — a historic milestone. Today, the route passes through some of Delhi's most storied neighbourhoods, making it as culturally rich as it is convenient.
🛤️ Stations on This Route
There are 8 intermediate stations between Vishwavidyalaya and Rajiv Chowk. All stations on this stretch are underground. Board the southbound train (towards Millennium City Centre / Rajiv Chowk) from Platform 1.
💡 No interchange required. Board and stay on the same Yellow Line train throughout the journey.
📋 All Stations Accessible from Vishwavidyalaya
The table below lists every station reachable from Vishwavidyalaya on the Yellow Line, including stations accessible via interchanges at Kashmere Gate (Red + Violet Lines), New Delhi (Airport Express), Rajiv Chowk (Blue Line), Central Secretariat (Violet Line), Hauz Khas (Magenta Line), and Sikandarpur (Rapid Metro).
| # | Station | Line | Time from VW | Token Fare | Smart Card |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vidhan Sabha | Yellow | ~2 min | ₹10 | ₹9 |
| 2 | Civil Lines | Yellow | ~5 min | ₹20 | ₹18 |
| 3 | Kashmere Gate IC | Yellow/Red/Violet | ~7 min | ₹20 | ₹18 |
| 4 | Chandni Chowk | Yellow | ~9 min | ₹20 | ₹18 |
| 5 | Chawri Bazar | Yellow | ~11 min | ₹20 | ₹18 |
| 6 | New Delhi IC | Yellow/Airport Express | ~13 min | ₹30 | ₹26 |
| 7 | Rajiv Chowk IC | Yellow/Blue | ~16 min | ₹30 | ₹26 |
| 8 | Patel Chowk | Yellow | ~19 min | ₹30 | ₹26 |
| 9 | Central Secretariat IC | Yellow/Violet | ~21 min | ₹40 | ₹36 |
| 10 | Udyog Bhawan | Yellow | ~23 min | ₹40 | ₹36 |
| 11 | Lok Kalyan Marg | Yellow | ~25 min | ₹40 | ₹36 |
| 12 | Jor Bagh | Yellow | ~28 min | ₹40 | ₹36 |
| 13 | INA IC | Yellow/Pink | ~31 min | ₹40 | ₹36 |
| 14 | AIIMS | Yellow | ~34 min | ₹50 | ₹45 |
| 15 | Green Park | Yellow | ~37 min | ₹50 | ₹45 |
| 16 | Hauz Khas IC | Yellow/Magenta | ~39 min | ₹50 | ₹45 |
| 17 | Malviya Nagar | Yellow | ~42 min | ₹50 | ₹45 |
| 18 | Saket | Yellow | ~45 min | ₹50 | ₹45 |
| 19 | Qutab Minar | Yellow | ~48 min | ₹60 | ₹54 |
| 20 | Chhattarpur | Yellow | ~51 min | ₹60 | ₹54 |
| 21 | Sultanpur | Yellow | ~54 min | ₹60 | ₹54 |
| 22 | Ghitorni | Yellow | ~57 min | ₹60 | ₹54 |
| 23 | Arjangarh | Yellow | ~59 min | ₹60 | ₹54 |
| 24 | Guru Dronacharya | Yellow | ~62 min | ₹60 | ₹54 |
| 25 | Sikandarpur IC | Yellow/Rapid Metro | ~65 min | ₹60 | ₹54 |
| 26 | MG Road | Yellow | ~68 min | ₹60 | ₹54 |
| 27 | Iffco Chowk | Yellow | ~70 min | ₹60 | ₹54 |
| 28 | Millennium City Centre | Yellow | ~73 min | ₹60 | ₹54 |
| N1 | Guru Tegh Bahadur Nagar | Yellow (North) | ~3 min | ₹10 | ₹9 |
| N2 | Adarsh Nagar | Yellow (North) | ~8 min | ₹20 | ₹18 |
| N3 | Azadpur | Yellow (North) | ~11 min | ₹20 | ₹18 |
| N4 | Model Town | Yellow (North) | ~14 min | ₹20 | ₹18 |
| N5 | GTB Nagar | Yellow (North) | ~16 min | ₹20 | ₹18 |
| N6 | Jahangirpuri | Yellow (North) | ~19 min | ₹30 | ₹26 |
| N7 | Haiderpur Badli Mor | Yellow (North) | ~22 min | ₹30 | ₹26 |
| N8 | Rohini Sector 18-19 | Yellow (North) | ~25 min | ₹30 | ₹26 |
| N9 | Samaypur Badli | Yellow (North) | ~28 min | ₹40 | ₹36 |
* Northbound stations (highlighted) require boarding Platform 2. Fares are indicative. Always verify on the official DMRC website or station displays.
⏰ Metro Timings — Vishwavidyalaya Station
Peak hour frequency is 2–3 minutes; off-peak runs every 5–8 minutes. Timings may vary on public holidays — always check the DMRC app before travel.
🏫 About Vishwavidyalaya Metro Station
Vishwavidyalaya Metro Station — also popularly called the Delhi University Metro Station or North Campus Metro Station — sits on Mall Road in the heart of North Delhi's academic belt. Opened on 20 December 2004, it was among the very first underground stations to become operational in the entire Delhi Metro system. The station code is VW and it falls on the Yellow Line (Line 2).
Strategically positioned at the northern end of the Yellow Line's central underground stretch, Vishwavidyalaya serves as an alternate terminus alongside Kashmere Gate. It is connected to the at-grade Khyber Pass Depot, which services and maintains the Yellow Line rolling stock.
Who Uses This Station?
The station caters primarily to the thousands of students, faculty, and visitors associated with Delhi University's North Campus — home to legendary institutions such as St. Stephen's College, Hindu College, Miranda House, Kirori Mal College, Ramjas College, and Lady Shri Ram College (Lajpat Nagar area). Beyond academics, the station serves residents of Kamla Nagar, Mukherjee Nagar, Hudson Lane, and Civil Lines who need quick access to Central Delhi.
Entry / Exit Gates
Station Facilities
The station is fully accessible and equipped with lifts, escalators, ATMs, drinking water, clean toilets, and 24-hour security CCTV surveillance. Paid parking is available for both two-wheelers and four-wheelers at designated bays near Gate 2. Feeder buses, e-rickshaws, and shared autos are easily available outside all gates for last-mile connectivity.
🏙️ About Rajiv Chowk Metro Station
Rajiv Chowk Metro Station, named after former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, serves the iconic Connaught Place (CP) — officially known as Rajiv Chowk — the financial and commercial epicentre of New Delhi. Built beneath Central Park, this is one of the largest and busiest metro stations in all of Asia, recording a daily ridership of approximately 2.16 lakh (216,000) passengers as of 2023.
The station is an interchange between the Yellow Line and the Blue Line (Line 3), making it a critical junction for travellers crossing Delhi east-to-west or north-to-south. Its eight exit gates fan out across the entire Connaught Place outer and inner circle, depositing you within walking distance of dozens of landmarks.
Entry / Exit Gates at Rajiv Chowk
🌟 What to Do Near Rajiv Chowk (Connaught Place)
Once you step off at Rajiv Chowk from Vishwavidyalaya, an entire universe of shopping, dining, culture, and heritage awaits within walking distance. Here's what makes Connaught Place worth the 16-minute ride:
Shopping & Markets
Connaught Place's inner and outer circles host over 300 shops — from premium international brands and luxury labels to government emporiums selling handicrafts from every Indian state. Palika Bazaar (underground market, Gate 6) is legendary for electronics, clothing, and bargain finds. Janpath Market, a 5-minute walk from Gate 5, is a must-visit for bohemian fashion and souvenirs.
Food & Restaurants
Connaught Place is home to some of Delhi's most iconic restaurants. Wenger's Deli (since 1926), Saravana Bhavan (South Indian), Kwality Restaurant, Farzi Café, and United Coffee House are perennial favourites. The neighbourhood also houses numerous fine-dining restaurants, rooftop bars, and cloud kitchens for every budget.
Heritage & Sightseeing
The striking Georgian-colonnaded architecture of Connaught Place itself is a heritage attraction. Central Park (the green lung above Rajiv Chowk station) is perfect for a stroll. From here, you are just a short walk or rickshaw ride from India Gate, Jantar Mantar, Bangla Sahib Gurudwara, Lakshmi Narayan (Birla) Temple, and the Rashtrapati Bhavan Ceremonial Route.
Entertainment & Nightlife
PVR Plaza and Odeon (Carnival) cinemas at Rajiv Chowk are among Delhi's oldest multiplexes. The CP area transforms at night — multiple bars, live music venues, and rooftop cafes make it a buzzing evening destination.
🏘️ Neighbourhoods Along the Vishwavidyalaya–Rajiv Chowk Corridor
Vishwavidyalaya — Delhi University North Campus
The area around Vishwavidyalaya station is defined by the North Campus of Delhi University — India's largest central university. Hudson Lane and Kamla Nagar Market are the go-to hangout zones for students, offering budget cafes, bookshops, and street food at every corner.
Civil Lines — Heritage Bungalow Belt
Civil Lines is one of Delhi's most serene and tree-lined localities, home to colonial-era bungalows, the Delhi High Court, and the quiet elegance of old Delhi elite. The Coronation Park — where Delhi's Delhi Durbars were held — is a hidden gem here.
Kashmere Gate — History at Every Turn
One of the most historically significant areas in Delhi, Kashmere Gate witnessed intense fighting during the 1857 Mutiny. The gate itself is a protected monument. This is also the largest metro interchange in North Delhi, connecting three lines.
Chandni Chowk — Old Delhi's Soul
Chandni Chowk, a 17th-century market laid out by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan's daughter Jahanara Begum, remains one of Asia's busiest retail streets. From spices at Khari Baoli to silver at Dariba Kalan, and paratha at Paranthe Wali Gali — the lane-by-lane exploration of Old Delhi is unmissable.
New Delhi Station — The Rail Gateway
New Delhi Railway Station, connected at the New Delhi metro stop, is one of India's three busiest railway terminals. The station also houses the Airport Express Line interchange, linking seamlessly to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
🎫 How to Travel: Step-by-Step Guide
Follow these simple steps for a hassle-free journey from Vishwavidyalaya to Rajiv Chowk:
- Enter Vishwavidyalaya Metro Station from Gate 2 (Mall Road) or any convenient gate.
- Buy a metro token at the vending machine / counter (₹30), or tap your Smart Card / NCMC card at the AFC gate.
- Pass through the security check (X-ray baggage + DFMD).
- Take the lift/escalator to Platform 1 — the southbound platform towards Millennium City Centre.
- Board the Yellow Line train. The in-coach announcements and digital displays will call out each station.
- Stay on the train and alight at Rajiv Chowk — 8 stops later, approximately 14–17 minutes.
- Exit through the gate that leads to your destination within Connaught Place (see gate guide above).
💡 Pro Tip: Use a Delhi Metro Smart Card or NCMC card for a 10% discount on every journey and to skip the token queue. QR code ticketing via the DMRC app is also available.
📍 Location Map — Vishwavidyalaya Metro Station
Vishwavidyalaya Metro Station is located on Mall Road, adjacent to Delhi University's North Campus. The map below shows the exact location and surrounding landmarks.
📍 Address: Mall Road, Timarpur, New Delhi, Delhi 110007 | Coordinates: 28.6948°N, 77.2124°E