🚆 Delhi Metro: Civil Lines to Sarai
The Delhi Metro journey from Civil Lines to Sarai involves an interchange at Central Secretariat — from the Yellow Line to the Purple Line. Total distance is 27 km with an estimated travel time of 53 minutes across 24 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Yellow Line, with an interchange to the Purple Line at Central Secretariat. Civil Lines station has been operational since 2004. Sarai station opened in 2010.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~53 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 54
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 49
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Civil Lines
Yellow Line
→
Next:
kashmere_gate
(2 min)
2
Kashmere Gate
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chandni_chowk
(1 min)
3
Chandni Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chawri_bazar
(2 min)
4
Chawri Bazar
Yellow Line
→
Next:
new_delhi
(1 min)
5
New Delhi
Yellow Line
→
Next:
rajiv_chowk
(2 min)
6
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
patel_chowk
(2 min)
7
Patel Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
central_secretariat
(1 min)
8
Central Secretariat
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
9
Central Secretariat
Purple Line
→
Next:
khan_market
(4 min)
10
Khan Market
Purple Line
→
Next:
jawaharlal_nehru_stadium
(2 min)
11
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
Purple Line
→
Next:
jangpura
(1 min)
12
Jangpura
Purple Line
→
Next:
lajpat_nagar
(2 min)
13
Lajpat Nagar
Purple Line
→
Next:
moolchand
(1 min)
14
Moolchand
Purple Line
→
Next:
kailash_colony
(2 min)
15
Kailash Colony
Purple Line
→
Next:
nehru_place
(2 min)
16
Nehru Place
Purple Line
→
Next:
kalkaji_mandir
(1 min)
17
Kalkaji Mandir
Magenta Line
→
Next:
govind_puri
(1 min)
18
Govind Puri
Purple Line
→
Next:
harkesh_nagar_okhla
(2 min)
19
Harkesh Nagar Okhla
Purple Line
→
Next:
jasola_apollo
(1 min)
20
Jasola Apollo
Purple Line
→
Next:
sarita_vihar
(2 min)
21
Sarita Vihar
Purple Line
→
Next:
mohan_estate
(2 min)
22
Mohan Estate
Purple Line
→
Next:
tughlakabad
(3 min)
23
Tughlakabad
Purple Line
→
Next:
badarpur_border
(2 min)
24
Badarpur Border
Purple Line
→
Next:
sarai
(3 min)
25
Sarai
Purple Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
1.15 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.98 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.18 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.64 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.25 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.17 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.94 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
2.19 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
🔄
Transfer:
Purple Line
📏
Distance:
1.50 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.78 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.47 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.75 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.22 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.05 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.76 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.75 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.06 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.97 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.15 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.20 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.94 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.09 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.70 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Toilets
Elevators
Escalators
Security Check
Customer Care
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
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 Civil Lines to Sarai on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 24 stations on this route, covering 27 km. You need to change trains at Central Secretariat.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Civil Lines?
A: The first metro from Civil Lines 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 Civil Lines to Sarai by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 53 minutes under normal conditions, covering 27 km across 24 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Civil Lines to Sarai?
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 Civil Lines to Sarai drops from INR 54 to INR 49.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Civil Lines metro station?
A: Civil Lines is equipped with: Parking. The station has been operational since 2004.
Q: What facilities are available at Sarai metro station?
A: Sarai offers: Toilets. It has been operational since 2010.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Civil Lines to Sarai is a 27 km, 53-minute journey with one interchange at Central Secretariat. At INR 54 (or INR 49 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.