🚆 Delhi Metro: Lajpat Nagar to Vasant Vihar
The Delhi Metro journey from Lajpat Nagar to Vasant Vihar involves an interchange at Lajpat Nagar — from the Purple Line to the Pink Line. Total distance is 11 km with an estimated travel time of 22 minutes across 10 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Purple Line, with an interchange to the Pink Line at Lajpat Nagar. Lajpat Nagar station has been operational since 2018. Vasant Vihar station opened in 2018.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
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Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~22 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 32
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 29
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Lajpat Nagar
Purple Line
🏁
Terminal Station
2
Lajpat Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
south_extension
(3 min)
3
South Extension
Pink Line
→
Next:
ina
(2 min)
4
INA
Pink Line
🏁
Terminal Station
5
INA
Yellow Line
→
Next:
aiims
(1 min)
6
AIIMS
Yellow Line
→
Next:
green_park
(1 min)
7
Green Park
Yellow Line
→
Next:
hauz_khas
(3 min)
8
Hauz Khas
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
9
Hauz Khas
Magenta Line
→
Next:
iit_delhi
(2 min)
10
IIT Delhi
Magenta Line
→
Next:
rk_puram
(1 min)
11
R K Puram
Magenta Line
→
Next:
munirka
(2 min)
12
Munirka
Magenta Line
→
Next:
vasant_vihar
(2 min)
13
Vasant Vihar
Magenta Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
1.59 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🔄
Transfer:
Pink Line
📏
Distance:
1.23 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.77 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
🔄
Transfer:
Yellow Line
📏
Distance:
0.89 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.76 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.27 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Magenta Line
📏
Distance:
0.92 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.38 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.27 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Toilets
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Parking
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Toilets
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Elevators
Available facilities:
ATMs
Toilets
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Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
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 Lajpat Nagar to Vasant Vihar on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 10 stations on this route, covering 11 km. You need to change trains at Lajpat Nagar.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Lajpat Nagar?
A: The first metro from Lajpat Nagar 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 Lajpat Nagar to Vasant Vihar by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 22 minutes under normal conditions, covering 11 km across 10 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Lajpat Nagar to Vasant Vihar?
A: The standard token fare is INR 32. With a smart card, you pay INR 29 (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 Lajpat Nagar to Vasant Vihar drops from INR 32 to INR 29.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Lajpat Nagar metro station?
A: Lajpat Nagar is equipped with: Toilets, ATMs. The station has been operational since 2018.
Q: What facilities are available at Vasant Vihar metro station?
A: Vasant Vihar offers: Toilets, ATMs. It has been operational since 2018.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Lajpat Nagar to Vasant Vihar is a 11 km, 22-minute journey with one interchange at Lajpat Nagar. At INR 32 (or INR 29 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.