Hazrat Nizamuddin Station (NZM): Which Exit for Metro, Cab or Humayun's Tomb?
NZM has two sides: Nizamuddin East for the main building, taxis and Humayun's Tomb, Sarai Kale Khan for the Pink Line metro, ISBT buses and Namo Bharat. Pick the right one.
Hazrat Nizamuddin (NZM) has two usable sides, and the right exit depends on where you are going next. Come out on the Nizamuddin East side (the main station building, Platform 1 side) for prepaid taxis, app cabs, autos and Humayun's Tomb. Come out on the Sarai Kale Khan side for the Pink Line metro, the ISBT intercity bus terminal and the Namo Bharat station. The station has 7 platforms joined by foot overbridges, so decide your side before you start climbing stairs with luggage.
Which Side for What: The Quick Table
| You want | Exit side | How |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi Metro (Pink Line) | Sarai Kale Khan side | Sarai Kale Khan – Nizamuddin station is a short walk (about 300 m) from the station's east side |
| ISBT intercity buses | Sarai Kale Khan side | Sarai Kale Khan ISBT sits next to the metro station |
| Namo Bharat (RRTS toward Meerut) | Sarai Kale Khan side | The Namo Bharat foot overbridge connects directly with the railway footbridge |
| Prepaid taxi / Uber / Ola | Nizamuddin East side | Prepaid taxi near the main exit; app cabs pick up from the main forecourt |
| Humayun's Tomb, Sunder Nursery, Nizamuddin Dargah | Nizamuddin East side | About 2 km; an auto takes under 10 minutes |
| Hotels in Nizamuddin East / West or Jangpura | Nizamuddin East side | Short auto or cab ride from the main forecourt |
Arriving by Train: Pick Your Side Before the Stairs
NZM's 7 platforms connect by foot overbridges (FOBs), and most crossings mean stairs. Platform 1 sits next to the main building on the Nizamuddin East side, so if your train stops there, you can walk out almost level. From any other platform, follow the FOB signs toward either the main building (Nizamuddin East) or Sarai Kale Khan before you commit to a staircase with bags.
One caution: Northern Railway is redeveloping the Sarai Kale Khan second entry (work began in June 2026, adding a new staircase, escalator, lift and booking office). The footbridge connection to the Namo Bharat station opened in May 2026, but access arrangements on this side can shift while work continues. Follow the current signs on the day, and allow extra time if you have heavy luggage.
Getting to the Metro
The metro stop is Sarai Kale Khan – Nizamuddin on the Pink Line, about 300 m from the Sarai Kale Khan side of the station. The Pink Line runs as a U-shaped arc across south and east Delhi:
- Toward Connaught Place / New Delhi station: ride to Dilli Haat - INA and change to the Yellow Line.
- Toward Central Secretariat and the Violet Line: change at Lajpat Nagar.
- Toward Anand Vihar (Blue Line): stay on the Pink Line eastbound across the river.
For tokens, smart cards and luggage rules, see the Delhi Metro first-time guide. Note the naming trap: the railway station code is NZM, while the metro station code is NIZM.
Cabs, Autos and Pickup
For prepaid taxis, use the prepaid counter near the main exit on the Nizamuddin East side. Uber and Ola pick up from the main forecourt; set your pickup pin to the station's main entrance and expect a few minutes of jostling at peak train times. Ignore touts inside the hall offering taxis or hotels - the standard plays are in the common tourist scams guide.
Humayun's Tomb and the Nizamuddin Area
Humayun's Tomb is about 2 km from the station on the Nizamuddin East side, under 10 minutes by auto. Sunder Nursery sits next to it, and the Nizamuddin Dargah is in Nizamuddin West, a short hop further. If you have hours to kill between trains, read things to do near Nizamuddin station between trains - it ranks the options by how much waiting time you actually have. For the tomb itself, use the Humayun's Tomb visit guide.
Luggage, Waiting Rooms and Facilities
The station has a cloak room (roughly ₹30 per item per day - confirm the current rate at the counter), retiring rooms, an AC waiting lounge, ladies' and general waiting areas, RailTel Wi-Fi and a medical facility. Keep your ticket handy for the cloak room and platform entry checks.
“I arrive at NZM at 8 PM with two bags and need to reach a hotel near Connaught Place. Which exit and onward route should I use?”
FAQ
Which exit should I take for the metro? The Sarai Kale Khan side. The Pink Line's Sarai Kale Khan – Nizamuddin station is about 300 m away. The Nizamuddin East main exit leads to taxis and autos, not the metro.
Is the Sarai Kale Khan entry open during redevelopment? Northern Railway began upgrading the second entry in June 2026, and the footbridge link to the Namo Bharat station opened in May 2026. Access can change while work continues, so follow current signage and allow buffer time with heavy bags.
How far is Humayun's Tomb from NZM? About 2 km - under 10 minutes by auto from the Nizamuddin East side. Walking is possible but the roads are busy; take an auto with luggage.
Is NZM the same as New Delhi station? No. NZM is Hazrat Nizamuddin in south Delhi; NDLS is New Delhi near Paharganj and Connaught Place. Many long-distance trains stop at both, so check the station code printed on your ticket.
How early should I reach NZM for a departing train? 30-45 minutes is comfortable for most trains; add time if you need the cloak room, have heavy bags for the footbridges, or are travelling during festival rush.
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