DC

Delhi Cantt.

DC
Delhi Metro · Zone 2elevatedOpened March 14, 2018 Step-free access
Lines Served
Facilities
ATMsToiletsParking

Lines

1

Zone

Zone 2

Type

Elevated

Facilities

3 available

About Delhi Cantt.

Delhi Cantt. (Cantonment) Metro Station is a prominent elevated stop on the Pink Line, unique for its location within one of the greenest and most secure military zones in the National Capital Region. Serving the sprawling Delhi Cantonment area, the station acts as a vital transit link for military personnel, their families, and civilians traveling through this highly restricted and beautifully maintained district. Since its inauguration in 2018, it has provided a seamless connection between the cantonment and the broader city network.

The station's architecture reflects the discipline and order of its surroundings. It features wide, clean elevated platforms that offer sweeping views of the lush green canopy and colonial-era military bungalows that define the Cantonment. It is equipped with standard DMRC amenities, including lifts and a well-organized parking facility. The station is also a crucial interchange point for surface transport, connecting commuters to the nearby Delhi Cantt Railway Station via a short rickshaw ride, making it an important node for interstate rail travelers.

Strategically, Delhi Cantt. station provides access to significant military installations, including the Station Headquarters, Army Hospital (R&R), and the serene Brar Square. The environment around the station is notably quieter and less polluted than the rest of the city. Security is stringent, managed jointly by the CISF and local military police, ensuring a highly safe and orderly transit experience.

Nearest Metro to Delhi Cantt Railway Station

If you are heading to Delhi Cantt Railway Station, Delhi Cantt. is your closest metro stop on the Pink Line. It also gives easy access to Brar Square War Cemetery and Army Golf Course. Use the fare calculator to plan your journey cost before you travel.

Stations on This Line

Station Gates

1Cantonment Area / Station Headquarters
2Delhi Cantt Railway Station (1km)
3Brar Square

Station Timings

First Train

06:01

Last Train

00:01

Times shown are approximate. Timings may vary on public holidays. Check the official Delhi Metro app for live updates.

Traveller Tips

  • 1Use Gate 2 if you are heading towards the Delhi Cantt Railway Station; shared autos are available outside.
  • 2Gate 1 provides access to the main cantonment roads; be aware that many areas inside are restricted to civilians.
  • 3The station is one of the greenest on the network; enjoy the views of the Ridge forest from the platforms.
  • 4If you are visiting the Army Hospital (R&R), you will need to take an auto from the station.
  • 5Photography outside the station gates pointing towards military installations is strictly prohibited.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Step-free access
Audio announcements
Visual displays
Accessible toilets
Tactile guides
Lifts / Elevators

Frequently Asked Questions

QIs this station inside a restricted military area?

The station itself and the main roads outside are open to the public, but many surrounding residential areas are restricted.

QHow far is the Delhi Cantt Railway Station?

It is about 1 km away; easily reachable via a 5-minute auto-rickshaw ride.

QDoes the station have a parking lot?

Yes, there is a dedicated parking facility for commuters.

QIs the Army Hospital near this station?

Yes, it is in the vicinity, but you will need an auto-rickshaw to reach the hospital gates.

QIs the station wheelchair accessible?

Yes, it is fully equipped with elevators and ramps.

QAre there any ATMs inside?

Yes, an ATM is usually available on the concourse level.

QHow many stops to INA?

It is 4 stops away on the Pink Line heading south.

QCan civilians use this station freely?

Absolutely, the metro station is a public transit facility open to all.