The Delhi Metro Grey Line, also known as the Dwarka-Najafgarh Metro corridor, is the shortest metro corridor in the national capital. Despite its comparatively short length, the 5.9 km Grey Line acts as a crucial connectivity link for suburban areas in Delhi’s southwestern parts. Developed in two stages, the first part of the over 4.2 km Dwarka-Najafgarh corridor consisting of three stations — Dwarka, Nangli, and Najafgarh — was inaugurated in October 2019. The 891-etre-long Najafgarh-Dhansa Bus Stand section that opened in August 2021 took the metro in the rural areas of Najafgarh, up to the national capital’s border with Haryana.
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Delhi Metro Grey Line Key Facts
| Name | Line-9 |
| Status | Operational |
| Owner | DMRC |
| Built under | Phase-3 |
| Inaugurated on | October 4, 2019 |
| Type | Elevated, underground |
| Length | 5.9 km |
| Inauguration | October 4, 2019 |
| Number of stations | 4 |
| Number of interchange stations | 1 |
| First station | Dwarka |
| Last station | Dhansa Bus Adda |
| Interchange station | Dwarka |
| Train speed | 80 km/h |
| Train frequency | 7 minutes 30 seconds to 12 minutes |
| Travel time | 8 minutes |
| Ticket Price | Rs 10 to Rs 30 |
Delhi Metro Grey Line: Unique feature
Dhansa Bus Stand Metro Station has entire floor dedicated for parking
The Dhansa Bus Stand Metro Station on the Grey Line is the first underground metro station of the Delhi Metro network to have an entire underground floor dedicated for parking. “The parking facility will be integrated with the main station area where vehicle users will be able to park their cars and two-wheelers and then proceed to the concourse of the station directly using lifts and escalators,” the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said.
Dwarka becomes second interchange facility in sub-city
After the Dwarka Sector-21 Station, part of the Delhi Metro Blue Line and the Airport Metro Line, the Dwarka Metro Station has become the second interchange facility in the Dwarka sub-city. The Dwarka Metro Station will act as an interchange station for Blue Line and Grey Line passengers.
Stations on Delhi Metro Grey Line
| Station Name English | Station name Hindi | Opening date | Interchange | Station layout |
| Dwarka | द्वारका | 4 October 2019 | Blue Line | Elevated |
| Nangli | नंगली | 4 October 2019 | None | Elevated |
| Najafgarh | नजफ़गढ़ | 4 October 2019 | None | Underground |
| Dhansa Bus Stand | ढांसा बस स्टैंड | 18 September 2021 | None | Underground |
Delhi Metro Grey Line Route Map 2024
Source: DMRC
Delhi Metro Grey Line Fare 2024
The fare on this line would depend on the distance covered.
| Distance covered | Fare | Time limit in minutes | |
| Monday to Saturday | Sundays and public holidays | ||
| 0-2 | Rs 10 | Rs 10 | 65 |
| 2-5 | Rs 20 | Rs 10 | 65 |
| 5-12 | Rs 30 | Rs 20 | 65 |
Delhi Metro Grey Line Train Frequency
Peak hours
Weekday: 7 minutes 30 seconds
Saturday: 7 minutes 30 seconds
Sunday: 12 minutes
Non-peak hours
Weekday: 12 minutes
Saturday: 12 minutes
Sunday: 12 minutes
Delhi Metro Grey Line: Impact on connectivity
By connecting southwestern peripheral areas in Delhi with a metro link, the Delhi Metro Grey Line has made them more accessible. Due to its limited connectivity, people living in areas such as Najafgarh had to spend hours to central parts of Delhi for work and business purposes.
When the Grey Line was extended till Dhansa Bus Adda Metro Station, it will provide metro connectivity to about 50 villages in the area, from where a huge number of people travel to central part of the city for work and shopping.
They had to earlier cross the busy and congested the Phirni Road Chowk to get into the metro. With the metro services extended till the Dhansa Bus Stand, many people coming from Jhajjar, Haryana, can come to work in Delhi.
Delhi Metro Grey Line: Impact on real estate
Real estate business in several areas in the southwestern peripheries has seen a boom after operation on the full stretch started in 2021. Since then, a positive price movement has been registered in the following areas.
Najafgarh: The extension of the Grey Line to Najafgarh has significantly boosted the real estate market in this area. Improved connectivity to the metro has led to increased demand for both residential and commercial properties.
Dwarka: With the Grey Line connecting Dwarka, a well-established locality, the appeal of Dwarka as a residential destination has been improved. This has resulted in an increase in property values here.
Nangli: The introduction of the Nangli Station has spurred real estate development in the surrounding areas. Investors have shown interest in this locality due to its accessibility to the Grey Line, leading to an uptick in real estate activity.
Uttam Nagar: This affordable housing hub has experienced a surge in real estate activity, following the arrival of the Grey Line, making it a more desirable location for both homebuyers and businesses due to better connectivity.
Bindapur: Property developers and investors have shown increased interest in Bindapur due to its proximity to the Grey Line, which has made the area more accessible and appealing for investment.
Dabri: This area has witnessed a rise in real estate development, with the Grey Line contributing to this growth by improving connectivity and making it an attractive location for both residential and commercial properties.
Dwarka Mor: Dwarka Mor’s real estate market has benefited from the accessibility provided by the Grey Line, resulting in heightened demand for residential and commercial properties here.
Mahavir Enclave: Mahavir Enclave has seen property prices appreciation and development flourish well, thanks to the Grey Line, which has enhanced convenience for commuters and drawn interest from homebuyers and businesses alike.
Housing.com point of view
The role of the Delhi Metro Grey Line has been immense in connecting an otherwise far-flung areas of southwest Delhi, especially Najafgarh. Due to limited connectivity, the areas along the Grey Line saw limited development. However, the rival of the metro has given wings to real estate in adjoining areas, driving demand.
FAQs
How many stations does the Grey Line of the Delhi Metro have?
The Grey Line of the Delhi Metro consists of four stations.
Which station marks the beginning of the Grey Line metro?
Dwarka is the starting station of the Delhi Metro Grey Line.
Which metro line is the longest in Delhi?
The Pink Line is the longest running 59 km and 38 stations.
Which is the shortest Delhi Metro line?
The shortest line in Delhi Metro is the Grey Line, running 5.19 km with four stations.
Which is the first metro line in Delhi?
The Red Line was the first line of the Delhi Metro to be constructed and opened.
How many interchange stations are on Delhi Metro Grey Line?
Dwarka is the only interchange station on the Delhi Metro Grey Line.
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