🚆 Delhi Metro: Central Secretariat to Indraprastha
The Delhi Metro journey from Central Secretariat to Indraprastha involves an interchange at Kashmere Gate — from the Yellow Line to the Red Line. Total distance is 21 km with an estimated travel time of 42 minutes across 19 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. Indraprastha station opened in 2006.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
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Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~42 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 54
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 49
💳
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
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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
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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
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Terminal Station
17
Karkarduma
Blue Line
→
Next:
preet_vihar
(2 min)
18
Preet Vihar
Blue Line
→
Next:
nirman_vihar
(2 min)
19
Nirman Vihar
Blue Line
→
Next:
laxmi_nagar
(2 min)
20
Laxmi Nagar
Blue Line
→
Next:
yamuna_bank
(2 min)
21
Yamuna Bank
Blue Line
→
Next:
indraprastha
(3 min)
22
Indraprastha
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
🔄
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:
1.24 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Blue Line
📏
Distance:
1.01 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.12 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.25 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.78 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
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ATMs
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Parking
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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
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
💡 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 Indraprastha on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 19 stations on this route, covering 21 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 Indraprastha by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 42 minutes under normal conditions, covering 21 km across 19 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Central Secretariat to Indraprastha?
A: The standard token fare is INR 54. With a smart card, you pay INR 49 (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 Indraprastha drops from INR 54 to INR 49.
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 Indraprastha metro station?
A: Indraprastha offers: Parking. It has been operational since 2006.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Central Secretariat to Indraprastha is a 21 km, 42-minute journey with one interchange at Kashmere Gate. At INR 54 (or INR 49 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.