During Diwali, we often step out to meet family and friends. However, as many people travel during the festive season, there is a chance that you might get stuck in traffic. So, public transport is one of the best options. This Diwali, if you’re taking the Delhi Metro, make sure you stay updated with the timings. The Delhi Metro has announced revised train timings. Scroll down to learn more!
Delhi Metro Announces Revised Timings For Diwali
LAST METRO TRAIN SERVICE TO COMMENCE AT 10:00 PM (INSTEAD OF ROUTINE 11:00 PM) FROM TERMINAL STATIONS OF ALL LINES ON DIWALI
On the occasion of Diwali, i.e. 08th November 2026 (Sunday), Metro train services on the Pink Line (Majlis Park-Majlis Park/Shiv Vihar), Magenta Line (Botanical Garden – Krishna Park Ext. & Majlis Park – Deepali Chowk) and Grey Line (Dwarka Kakrola – Dhansa Bus Stand), which normally commence at 7:00 AM on Sundays, will begin one hour earlier at 6:00 AM from terminal stations.
Further, in view of Diwali celebrations during the evening, the last Metro train service will commence at 10:00 PM from terminal stations of all Metro Lines, including the Airport Express Line, instead of the usual last train departure timing of 11:00 PM.
Passengers are advised to plan their journeys accordingly and may refer to the DMRC website and official social media handles for further updates.
— Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (@OfficialDMRC) November 6, 2026
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced special timings for Diwali travel. The timings have been updated across three lines: Pink, Magenta and Grey. Taking to its X handle, the DMRC announced that services on these three lines will begin at 6 AM on November 8, 2026. They usually start operations at 7 AM every Sunday.
The Pink, Magenta and Grey lines operate on the Majlis Park–Shiv Vihar, Botanical Garden–Krishna Park Extension, Majlis Park–Deepali Chowk and Dwarka–Kakrola–Dhansa Bus Stand routes respectively.
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When Will The Last Train Operate?
As some metro lines in Delhi are set to start early, services will also wrap up sooner. The last metro train usually runs at 11 PM in Delhi, but on Diwali, it will operate at 10 PM. This change will apply to all metro lines, including the Airport Express Line. So, this Diwali, if you’re planning to travel in Delhi, make sure you know the first and last metro train timings.
Delhi Metro recorded 80.54 lakh passenger boardings on November 2, marking an increase of around 8.3 lakh compared to the previous Monday. The surge came after restrictions on certain non-BS-VI vehicles in Delhi. The Yellow and Blue Lines recorded the highest share of passenger journeys.
Stay updated with Delhi Metro timings! Also, let us know how you are planning to celebrate Diwali!
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FAQs
What are timings for Delhi Metro on Diwali?
On Diwali, Delhi Metro on three lines will start at 6 AM.
What are timings of last Delhi Metro train?
The last Delhi Metro train will run at 10 PM.
Which Delhi Metro line will have new timings?
The Pink, Magenta and Grey lines on Delhi Metro will have new timings.
