🚆 Delhi Metro: Central Secretariat to Vaishali
The Delhi Metro journey from Central Secretariat to Vaishali involves an interchange at Central Secretariat — from the Yellow Line to the Purple Line. Total distance is 14 km with an estimated travel time of 28 minutes across 13 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Yellow Line, with an interchange to the Purple Line at Central Secretariat. Central Secretariat station has been operational since 2005. Vaishali station opened in 2011.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
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Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~28 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 52
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 47
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Central Secretariat
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
2
Central Secretariat
Purple Line
→
Next:
janpath
(2 min)
3
Janpath
Purple Line
→
Next:
mandi_house
(2 min)
4
Mandi House
Purple Line
🏁
Terminal Station
5
Mandi House
Blue Line
→
Next:
supreme_court
(1 min)
6
Supreme Court
Blue Line
→
Next:
indraprastha
(1 min)
7
Indraprastha
Blue Line
→
Next:
yamuna_bank
(3 min)
8
Yamuna Bank
Blue Line
→
Next:
laxmi_nagar
(2 min)
9
Laxmi Nagar
Blue Line
→
Next:
nirman_vihar
(2 min)
10
Nirman Vihar
Blue Line
→
Next:
preet_vihar
(2 min)
11
Preet Vihar
Blue Line
→
Next:
karkarduma
(2 min)
12
Karkarduma
Blue Line
→
Next:
anand_vihar
(2 min)
13
Anand Vihar
Blue Line
→
Next:
kaushambi
(1 min)
14
Kaushambi
Blue Line
→
Next:
vaishali
(3 min)
15
Vaishali
Blue Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
1.29 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Purple Line
📏
Distance:
1.42 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.93 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
🔄
Transfer:
Blue Line
📏
Distance:
0.75 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.78 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.25 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.12 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.01 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.24 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.02 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.84 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.57 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Toilets
💡 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 Vaishali on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 13 stations on this route, covering 14 km. You need to change trains at Central Secretariat.
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 Vaishali by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 28 minutes under normal conditions, covering 14 km across 13 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Central Secretariat to Vaishali?
A: The standard token fare is INR 52. With a smart card, you pay INR 47 (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 Vaishali drops from INR 52 to INR 47.
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 Vaishali metro station?
A: Vaishali offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2011.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Central Secretariat to Vaishali is a 14 km, 28-minute journey with one interchange at Central Secretariat. At INR 52 (or INR 47 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.