Sarojini nagar nearest metro station is Sarojini Nagar on the Pink Line, an underground station that opened on 6 August 2018. It has two exits: Gate 1 is signposted “Sarojini Nagar Market”, and Gate 2 leads to Pillanji Gaon. The neighbourhood is fairly large, though, so two other stations are sometimes closer. Dilli Haat–INA, where the Yellow and Pink Lines meet, serves the eastern side towards Kidwai Nagar and INA Market. Bhikaji Cama Place serves the western side towards Africa Avenue and the office complexes.
Sarojini Nagar is a South-West Delhi neighbourhood known for its government housing colonies, now largely redeveloped, and for its famous Sarojini Nagar Market. It also has a DTC depot, the old Pillanji village, and a station on the Delhi Ring Railway.
| Detail | Information |
| Nearest metro station | Sarojini Nagar (Pink Line) |
| Gates | Gate 1 (Sarojini Nagar Market); Gate 2 (Pillanji Gaon) |
| Station structure | Underground |
| Opened | 6 August 2018 |
| Parking | Not available |
| Pink Line neighbours | Dilli Haat–INA (Yellow Line interchange); Bhikaji Cama Place |
| Eastern side | Dilli Haat–INA (Yellow and Pink Lines) |
| Western side | Bhikaji Cama Place (Pink Line) |
| Approx. first and last trains | Around 6:45–7 AM to around 11:50 PM, depending on direction |
| Also nearby | Sarojini Nagar Ring Railway station; Safdarjung (DSJ) railway station |
| Time zone | IST, UTC+5:30 (no daylight saving) |
Which Station for Which Part of Sarojini Nagar
| Where you’re going | Best station | Exit / note |
| Sarojini Nagar Market | Sarojini Nagar | Gate 1, about 700 m |
| Pillanji village and nearby blocks | Sarojini Nagar | Gate 2 |
| Eastern blocks, Kidwai Nagar side, INA Market | Dilli Haat–INA | Walk or e-rickshaw |
| Western blocks, Africa Avenue, Bhikaji Cama Place offices | Bhikaji Cama Place | Walk or auto |
| Sarojini Nagar Ring Railway station | Sarojini Nagar | Short auto ride; check the route on a map |
Enter your exact block into a map app before you choose a station. The redeveloped housing areas have new internal roads, and older directions may be out of date.
Sarojini Nagar Station: The Two Gates
- Gate 1 (Sarojini Nagar Market): This is the gate for the market and the central blocks. The market is about a 700-metre walk away.
- Gate 2 (Pillanji Gaon): This leads to the Pillanji village side.
The station is deep underground and has no parking. Sources don’t agree on how accessible the gates are, so if you need a lift, check with station staff.
Dilli Haat–INA: The Interchange Option
Dilli Haat–INA is where the Yellow Line and the Pink Line meet, one stop east of Sarojini Nagar. It’s the natural stop if you’re coming from Rajiv Chowk, New Delhi, Hauz Khas or Gurugram and heading to the eastern side of Sarojini Nagar or INA Market. From there, you can also change to the Pink Line and ride one stop to Sarojini Nagar.
Routes to Sarojini Nagar
| Starting point | Route | Approx. metro time |
| Rajiv Chowk / Connaught Place | Yellow Line to Dilli Haat–INA, then Pink Line 1 stop | About 20–25 min |
| New Delhi Railway Station | Yellow Line to INA, then Pink Line | About 22–25 min |
| Hauz Khas / Gurugram | Yellow Line to INA, then Pink Line | About 10–45 min |
| Lajpat Nagar / Hazrat Nizamuddin | Pink Line direct | About 8–20 min |
| Rajouri Garden / Delhi Cantt | Pink Line direct | About 15–25 min |
| IGI Airport (T3) | Airport Express to Dhaula Kuan, walk to South Campus, Pink Line | About 30–40 min |
| Noida | Blue Line to Mayur Vihar-I, then Pink Line | About 45–55 min |
| Kashmere Gate | Yellow Line to INA, then Pink Line | About 35–40 min |
Nearby Railway Stations
- Sarojini Nagar is a small station on the Delhi Ring Railway, with infrequent local services. Check timings on NTES.
- Delhi Safdarjung (DSJ) is also nearby on the Ring Railway. Its closest metro station is Sir Vishweshwaraiah Moti Bagh.
Tips
- Market days: Monday is the weekly off for most of Sarojini Nagar Market. Weekends are extremely crowded at the station and in the market.
- Parking: None of the nearby metro stations has good parking, so use the metro if you can.
- Redevelopment: Parts of Sarojini Nagar’s government housing have been rebuilt, so roads and landmarks may differ from older maps.
- Last trains: Pink Line trains here run until around 11:50 PM, depending on direction.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Which is the nearest metro station to Sarojini Nagar?
Sarojini Nagar on the Pink Line.
Q2. Which gate of Sarojini Nagar metro goes to the market?
Gate 1, which is signposted “Sarojini Nagar Market”.
Q3. Where does Gate 2 of Sarojini Nagar metro lead?
To Pillanji Gaon (Pillanji village).
Q4. When did Sarojini Nagar metro station open?
On 6 August 2018.
Q5. Is there parking at Sarojini Nagar metro station?
No. The station has no parking.
Q6. Which Yellow Line station is closest to Sarojini Nagar?
Dilli Haat–INA, where you can change to the Pink Line for one stop.
Q7. Is there a railway station in Sarojini Nagar?
Yes. Sarojini Nagar is a small Delhi Ring Railway station, and Delhi Safdarjung is also nearby.
Q8. Which station is best for Bhikaji Cama Place offices?
Bhikaji Cama Place on the Pink Line.
