New Delhi metro access near Kailash Colony includes three stations: Kailash Colony and Nehru Place on the Violet Line, and Nehru Enclave on the Magenta Line. The right station for the rest of your journey depends on which line serves your destination.
- Stations: Kailash Colony, Nehru Place and Nehru Enclave.
- Lines: Kailash Colony and Nehru Place are on the Violet Line; Nehru Enclave is on the Magenta Line.
- Tickets: DMRC provides information on app-based and paper QR tickets, smart-card recharge and Tourist Cards.
- Network planning: DMRC’s operational map shows the three stations on the metro network.
Which metro stations are near Kailash Colony?

Kailash Colony, Nehru Place and Nehru Enclave are the three stations to compare for metro access in this part of South Delhi. DMRC’s operational network map includes all three, with Kailash Colony and Nehru Place on the Violet Line and Nehru Enclave on the Magenta Line.
For the simplest starting point, Kailash Colony is about a 14-minute walk from Indus Biznotel, a four-star hotel near Kailash Colony. Nehru Place and Nehru Enclave are also options in the area, but the best station depends on your destination and route.
DMRC’s official contact listing gives station numbers for Kailash Colony and Nehru Place: 7290055035 and 7290055045, respectively. You can use these if you need to contact either station.
How do you choose a station for your destination?

Choose between Kailash Colony and Nehru Place for Violet Line access, or Nehru Enclave for Magenta Line access. Start by locating your destination on DMRC’s operational network map, then check the stations and line connections along the route.
The station names alone don’t show which option is best for a particular address. Check the map for your route and any line connections before setting out, then choose the nearby station that fits it.
For a day focused on South Delhi, the route from Kailash Colony can combine metro travel with local stops; this one-day South Delhi itinerary follows that area.
How do you read the Delhi Metro map?

Use DMRC’s official map to identify metro lines, stations and connections between them. It includes Kailash Colony, Nehru Place and Nehru Enclave, and shows connections across the wider network.
For a journey from South Delhi, first find the station nearest your destination, then trace the line or lines connecting it to your starting station. The map lets you compare a route from a Violet Line station with one beginning at Nehru Enclave on the Magenta Line.
Metro routes and ticket arrangements can change. For the operational map and current service information, check the official site before you go.
What metro connections serve central Delhi?

DMRC’s network map helps you identify the lines and interchanges connecting South Delhi with central Delhi. Kailash Colony and Nehru Place are on the Violet Line, while Nehru Enclave is on the Magenta Line.
Trace the full journey on the map, including any connection between lines, before choosing where to board. New Delhi is an Airport Express station; DMRC’s contact listing gives its station numbers as 1123235558 and 8527390341.
What should you know about tickets and last-mile travel?
Mobile QR ticket channels include the Delhi Metro Sarthi App, PayTM, One Delhi, Amazon, PhonePe and IRCTC, the latter for Indian Railways passengers. Paper QR tickets, smart-card recharge and Tourist Cards are also among DMRC’s ticket topics.
For online smart-card recharge through the channels DMRC covers, the minimum is ₹100, with subsequent recharge amounts in multiples of ₹50. Check the official site before you go for current ticket options and fare information.
Plan the final part of your trip separately from the metro route: the station you choose and onward road travel are different legs. The route from the airport to the hotel covers that journey.
FAQs
Which metro line serves Kailash Colony?
Kailash Colony is on the Violet Line.
Is Nehru Place on the same line as Kailash Colony?
Yes. Both stations are on the Violet Line.
Which line serves Nehru Enclave?
Nehru Enclave is on the Magenta Line.
Can you buy a Delhi Metro QR ticket on a phone?
Yes. Mobile QR ticket channels include the Delhi Metro Sarthi App, PayTM, One Delhi, Amazon and PhonePe. Check DMRC’s current ticket information before travelling.
