Explore Delhi Roads

Delhi Road Network Overview

Delhi has an extensive road network covering over 33,000 kilometers, including national highways, state highways, and major arterial roads. Understanding the road structure helps in efficient navigation.

Major Ring Roads

Inner Ring Road

51 km circular road connecting major areas like ITO, AIIMS, Dhaula Kuan, and Punjabi Bagh. Forms the core transportation backbone of Delhi.

Outer Ring Road

Connects peripheral areas including Wazirabad, Narela, Mundka, and Badarpur. Important for accessing outer Delhi localities.

Marginal Bund Road

Runs along the Yamuna River, connecting Trans-Yamuna areas like Shahdara and Geeta Colony.

National Highways through Delhi

Highway Route Connects
NH-44 GT Karnal Road - GT Road Delhi to Amritsar / Delhi to Chennai
NH-48 Delhi-Jaipur Highway Delhi to Gurgaon to Jaipur
NH-9 Delhi-Meerut Expressway Delhi to Ghaziabad to Meerut
NH-24 Delhi-Lucknow Highway Delhi to Ghaziabad to Lucknow
NH-19 Mathura Road Delhi to Agra to Kolkata

Important Roads and Streets

Central Delhi Roads

  • Rajpath (Kartavya Path): Ceremonial boulevard from Rashtrapati Bhavan to India Gate
  • Janpath: Major shopping street connecting Connaught Place to Central Secretariat
  • Parliament Street: Connects Connaught Place to Parliament House
  • Ashoka Road: Important road near government buildings

Commercial Area Roads

  • Chandni Chowk: Historic market street in Old Delhi
  • Karol Bagh Main Road: Major commercial hub in West Delhi
  • Lajpat Nagar Central Market: Popular shopping area road
  • Nehru Place Main Road: IT market hub in South Delhi

Expressways

  • DND Flyway: Delhi-Noida toll bridge connecting South Delhi to Noida
  • Barapulla Elevated Road: Connects INA to Sarai Kale Khan
  • Delhi-Gurgaon Expressway: Part of NH-48 connecting Delhi to Gurgaon
  • Delhi-Meerut Expressway: High-speed corridor to Meerut

Driving Tips for Delhi

  • Peak Hours: Avoid driving during 9-11 AM and 6-9 PM for heavy traffic
  • Odd-Even Rules: May be implemented during high pollution days
  • Toll Roads: DND, Gurgaon Expressway, and some flyways have toll charges
  • Parking: Municipal parking lots available at major markets
  • Speed Limits: 60-80 kmph on highways, 30-50 kmph in residential areas
  • Fuel Stations: Available throughout the city, most open 24 hours

Road Map FAQs

What is the best route from Delhi Airport to city center?

From IGI Airport, take NH-48 (Airport Road) to Dhaula Kuan, then Ring Road towards Connaught Place. Alternatively, take the Airport Metro Express for a traffic-free journey.

How to avoid traffic in Delhi?

Use Ring Roads for longer distances, avoid peak hours (9-11 AM, 6-9 PM), use GPS apps for real-time traffic updates, and consider Delhi Metro for congested routes.

Which roads connect Delhi to neighboring cities?

NH-44 (GT Road) to Haryana/Punjab, NH-48 to Gurgaon/Jaipur, NH-24 to Ghaziabad/Lucknow, and NH-19 to Mathura/Agra.