About Barakhamba Road
Barakhamba Road Metro Station is an underground Blue Line station in the heart of Central Delhi, positioned at the eastern edge of the Connaught Place complex. Opened in 2005, it serves the dense institutional and commercial zone that radiates from the Barakhamba Road axis - one of Delhi's most important business addresses.
The station is underground, providing a cool, quiet space beneath one of central Delhi's busiest road intersections. Above ground, Barakhamba Road is lined with corporate offices, government institutions, banks, and business centres. The station is a practical stop for professionals working in this zone who want to reach Connaught Place quickly or continue east toward ITO and Mandi House.
For visitors, Barakhamba Road puts you right at the inner edge of Connaught Place, with Palika Bazar, the Central Park, and the numerous shops and restaurants of CP's outer circle all within a short walk. Rajiv Chowk is the main Connaught Place station (one stop west), but Barakhamba provides an alternative entry to the eastern end of CP for those heading to specific businesses in that direction.
Nearest Metro to Connaught Place (eastern end)
If you are heading to Connaught Place (eastern end), Barakhamba Road is your closest metro stop on the Blue Line. It also gives easy access to Palika Bazar and Tolkuchka Market. Use the fare calculator to plan your journey cost before you travel.
Stations on This Line
Traveller Tips
- 1The eastern blocks of Connaught Place (F, G, H) are within walking distance from the station exits.
- 2Rajiv Chowk is one stop west for the central CP experience and Yellow Line interchange.
- 3The area has good quality corporate dining and cafes on the upper floors of the surrounding office buildings.
- 4The underground station is a great respite from Delhi's summer heat.
- 5Auto-rickshaws and taxis are available outside for the ITO office zone.