🚆 Delhi Metro: Central Secretariat to Anand Vihar
The Delhi Metro journey from Central Secretariat to Anand Vihar involves an interchange at Kashmere Gate — from the Yellow Line to the Red Line. Total distance is 16 km with an estimated travel time of 31 minutes across 15 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Yellow Line, with an interchange to the Red Line at Kashmere Gate. Central Secretariat station has been operational since 2005. Anand Vihar station opened in 2010.
⏰ Operating Hours
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First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
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Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
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Journey Time:
~31 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 43
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 39
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Central Secretariat
Yellow Line
→
Next:
patel_chowk
(1 min)
2
Patel Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
rajiv_chowk
(2 min)
3
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
new_delhi
(2 min)
4
New Delhi
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chawri_bazar
(1 min)
5
Chawri Bazar
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chandni_chowk
(2 min)
6
Chandni Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
kashmere_gate
(1 min)
7
Kashmere Gate
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
8
Kashmere Gate
Red Line
→
Next:
shastri_park
(4 min)
9
Shastri Park
Red Line
→
Next:
seelampur
(3 min)
10
Seelampur
Red Line
→
Next:
welcome
(2 min)
11
Welcome
Red Line
🏁
Terminal Station
12
Welcome
Pink Line
→
Next:
east_azad_nagar
(2 min)
13
East Azad Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
krishna_nagar
(1 min)
14
Krishna Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
karkarduma_court
(1 min)
15
Karkarduma Court
Pink Line
→
Next:
karkarduma
(2 min)
16
Karkarduma
Pink Line
🏁
Terminal Station
17
Karkarduma
Blue Line
→
Next:
anand_vihar
(2 min)
18
Anand Vihar
Blue Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
0.94 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.17 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.25 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.64 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.18 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.98 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
2.15 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
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Transfer:
Red Line
📏
Distance:
1.63 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.08 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.04 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Pink Line
📏
Distance:
0.91 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.74 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.13 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.02 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Blue Line
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Toilets
Elevators
Escalators
Security Check
Customer Care
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Toilets
Elevators
Escalators
Security Check
Customer Care
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
💡 Travel Tips
- Arrive at least 5 minutes before the scheduled departure time
- Check for any service advisories before traveling
- Consider purchasing a smart card for faster boarding and discounts
- During peak hours (8-10 AM and 5-7 PM), trains may be more crowded
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Route & Timing
Q: How many stops are there from Central Secretariat to Anand Vihar on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 15 stations on this route, covering 16 km. You need to change trains at Kashmere Gate.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Central Secretariat?
A: The first metro from Central Secretariat departs at 6:00 AM and the last train is at 11:00 PM. Timings may vary — check the official metro app.
Q: How long does it take from Central Secretariat to Anand Vihar by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 31 minutes under normal conditions, covering 16 km across 15 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Central Secretariat to Anand Vihar?
A: The standard token fare is INR 43. With a smart card, you pay INR 39 (10% discount applied automatically).
Q: Is there a discount on Delhi Metro tickets?
A: Yes. Smart card holders get a flat 10% discount on all fares. The fare from Central Secretariat to Anand Vihar drops from INR 43 to INR 39.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Central Secretariat metro station?
A: Central Secretariat is equipped with: Parking. The station has been operational since 2005.
Q: What facilities are available at Anand Vihar metro station?
A: Anand Vihar offers: Parking, ATMs. It has been operational since 2010.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Central Secretariat to Anand Vihar is a 16 km, 31-minute journey with one interchange at Kashmere Gate. At INR 43 (or INR 39 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.