🇮🇳 Getting Around Delhi

From the ultra-modern Delhi Metro to the chaotic charm of cycle rickshaws in Old Delhi — navigating India's capital is an adventure in itself.

Main Transport Options

Delhi Metro

India's pride — a modern, air-conditioned metro network spanning the entire NCR region

₹10–₹60 per trip

•12 lines covering 250+ stations across Delhi-NCR
•Airport Express Line: 20 mins to New Delhi station
•Women-only coaches at the front of every train
•Runs from ~5:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily

Pro Tip: The Yellow Line connects all major tourist spots — Qutub Minar, Hauz Khas, Connaught Place, and Chandni Chowk!

DTC & Cluster Buses

Delhi's extensive bus network with AC and non-AC options

₹5–₹25 (non-AC), ₹10–₹50 (AC)

•700+ routes across Delhi and suburbs
•Green AC buses and orange non-AC buses
•GPS tracking available on Delhi Transit app
•Dedicated bus lanes on select corridors

Pro Tip: AC buses along the Ring Road corridor are comfortable, cheap, and surprisingly reliable!

Auto-Rickshaws & E-Rickshaws

The iconic three-wheelers — auto-rickshaws for longer trips, e-rickshaws for last-mile

₹25 base + ₹9.50/km (auto)

•Auto-rickshaws available everywhere, 24/7
•E-rickshaws perfect for metro station to destination
•Metered fares (insist on the meter!)
•Uber/Ola autos available via app for fixed pricing

Pro Tip: Always use app-based autos (Uber/Ola) for fixed prices — removes the haggling!

Cycle Rickshaws & Bikes

Traditional cycle rickshaws in Old Delhi and growing bike-share options

₹20–₹50 (cycle rickshaw)

•Cycle rickshaws are the best way through Old Delhi's lanes
•SmartBike and Yulu bike-sharing stations near metro
•E-bikes available for longer distances
•Perfect for exploring Lutyens' Delhi's wide avenues

Pro Tip: A cycle rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk is an unforgettable sensory experience!

Passes & Tickets

Delhi Metro Smart Card

Reloadable card with 10% discount on all metro fares

Best for: Anyone taking 3+ metro rides

✓10% discount on every trip
✓₹50 refundable deposit
✓Reloadable at stations and online

Tourist Card (1/3 Day)

Unlimited metro rides for 1 or 3 days

Best for: Tourists exploring multiple attractions

✓1-day: ₹200 / 3-day: ₹500
✓Unlimited metro rides
✓₹50 refundable deposit

National Common Mobility Card

One card for metro, buses, and parking across multiple Indian cities

Best for: Travellers visiting multiple Indian cities

✓Works on Delhi Metro and DTC buses
✓Expandable to other Indian cities
✓Contactless NFC technology

Navigation Apps & Tools

Delhi Metro Rail

Official DMRC app — route planner, fare calculator, and station info

Ola / Uber

Essential for auto-rickshaws and cabs with fixed, fair pricing

Google Maps

Best for combining metro, walking, and auto routes

Moovit

Excellent bus route tracking with real-time arrival info

Most Instagrammable Transport Spots

Metro over Yamuna Bridge

Blue Line trains crossing the river with Old Delhi's skyline behind

Cycle rickshaw in Chandni Chowk

Colourful chaos, spice markets, and 400-year-old lanes

Hauz Khas Metro Station

Modern station meets ancient ruins — step out to a lakeside village

Auto-rickshaw at India Gate

Iconic green-and-yellow three-wheeler with India Gate at sunset

Airport Express Line

Sleek, fast, and futuristic — India's most modern metro line

Insider Tips

1Delhi Metro is the safest and most reliable way to get around — use it as your backbone
2Always insist on the meter in auto-rickshaws, or better yet, book through Ola/Uber
3Women-only coaches (pink signs) are at the front of every metro train
4Avoid travel during peak hours (8–10 AM, 5–7 PM) — metro platforms get extremely crowded
5Keep small change handy — cycle rickshaws rarely have change for large notes
6Download offline maps — mobile data can be patchy underground and in Old Delhi