🚆 Delhi Metro: Lal Qila to Ip Extension
The Delhi Metro journey from Lal Qila to Ip Extension involves an interchange at Kashmere Gate — from the Purple Line to the Red Line. Total distance is 13 km with an estimated travel time of 25 minutes across 11 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Purple Line, with an interchange to the Red Line at Kashmere Gate. Lal Qila station has been operational since 2017. Ip Extension station opened in 2018.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~25 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 52
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 47
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Lal Qila
Purple Line
→
Next:
kashmere_gate
(2 min)
2
Kashmere Gate
Purple Line
🏁
Terminal Station
3
Kashmere Gate
Red Line
→
Next:
shastri_park
(4 min)
4
Shastri Park
Red Line
→
Next:
seelampur
(3 min)
5
Seelampur
Red Line
→
Next:
welcome
(2 min)
6
Welcome
Red Line
🏁
Terminal Station
7
Welcome
Pink Line
→
Next:
east_azad_nagar
(2 min)
8
East Azad Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
krishna_nagar
(1 min)
9
Krishna Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
karkarduma_court
(1 min)
10
Karkarduma Court
Pink Line
→
Next:
karkarduma
(2 min)
11
Karkarduma
Pink Line
🏁
Terminal Station
12
Karkarduma
Blue Line
→
Next:
anand_vihar
(2 min)
13
Anand Vihar
Blue Line
🏁
Terminal Station
14
Anand Vihar
Pink Line
→
Next:
ip_extension
(3 min)
15
Ip Extension
Pink Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
1.45 km
⏱️
Time:
2 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:
1.02 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Blue Line
📏
Distance:
1.74 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🔄
Transfer:
Pink Line
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Toilets
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
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
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 Lal Qila to Ip Extension on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 11 stations on this route, covering 13 km. You need to change trains at Kashmere Gate.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Lal Qila?
A: The first metro from Lal Qila 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 Lal Qila to Ip Extension by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 25 minutes under normal conditions, covering 13 km across 11 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Lal Qila to Ip Extension?
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 Lal Qila to Ip Extension drops from INR 52 to INR 47.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Lal Qila metro station?
A: Lal Qila is equipped with: Toilets. The station has been operational since 2017.
Q: What facilities are available at Ip Extension metro station?
A: Ip Extension offers: Parking, ATMs, Toilets. It has been operational since 2018.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Lal Qila to Ip Extension is a 13 km, 25-minute journey with one interchange at Kashmere Gate. At INR 52 (or INR 47 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.