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🚆 Delhi Metro: Lal Quila to Qutub Minar

The Delhi Metro journey from Lal Quila to Qutub Minar involves an interchange at Central Secretariat — from the Violet Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 19 km with an estimated travel time of 38 minutes across 17 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Violet Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at Central Secretariat. Qutub Minar station opened in 2010.

🗺️ Delhi Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Delhi Metro route map to plan the journey from Lal Quila to Qutub Minar. It includes the interchange, station-by-station route, travel time, distance and Delhi Metro ticket price in one place. If you are comparing a metro map, metro route map or metro fare before travelling, the route summary below provides the live journey data available for this corridor.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~38 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 43
🎟️ Discounted: INR 39
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Lal Quila

Violet Line
→ Next: jama_masjid (1 min)
2

Jama Masjid

Violet Line
→ Next: delhi_gate (2 min)
3

Delhi Gate

Violet Line
→ Next: ito (2 min)
4

ITO

Violet Line
→ Next: mandi_house (1 min)
5

Mandi House

Blue Line
→ Next: janpath (2 min)
6

Janpath

Violet Line
→ Next: central_secretariat (2 min)
7

Central Secretariat

Violet Line
🏁 Terminal Station
8

Central Secretariat

Yellow Line
→ Next: seva_teerth_udyog_bhawan (1 min)
9

Seva Teerth (Udyog Bhawan)

Yellow Line
→ Next: lok_kalyan_marg (2 min)
10

Lok Kalyan Marg

Yellow Line
→ Next: jor_bagh (2 min)
11

Jor Bagh

Yellow Line
→ Next: dilli_haat_ina (2 min)
12

Dilli Haat INA

Pink Line
→ Next: aiims (1 min)
13

AIIMS

Yellow Line
→ Next: green_park (1 min)
14

Green Park

Yellow Line
→ Next: hauz_khas (3 min)
15

Hauz Khas

Magenta Line
→ Next: malviya_nagar (3 min)
16

Malviya Nagar

Yellow Line
→ Next: saket (1 min)
17

Saket

Yellow Line
→ Next: qutub_minar (3 min)
18

Qutub Minar

Yellow Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Lal Quila → Jama Masjid

📏 Distance: 0.89 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
2

Jama Masjid → Delhi Gate

📏 Distance: 1.08 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

Delhi Gate → Ito

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
4

ITO → Mandi House

📏 Distance: 0.78 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
5

Mandi House → Janpath

📏 Distance: 1.42 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

Janpath → Central Secretariat

📏 Distance: 1.29 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
8

Central Secretariat → Seva Teerth Udyog Bhawan

📏 Distance: 0.57 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
🔄 Transfer: Yellow Line
9

Seva Teerth (Udyog Bhawan) → Lok Kalyan Marg

📏 Distance: 1.46 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
10

Lok Kalyan Marg → Jor Bagh

📏 Distance: 1.31 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
11

Jor Bagh → Dilli Haat Ina

📏 Distance: 1.38 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
12

Dilli Haat INA → Aiims

📏 Distance: 0.74 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
13

AIIMS → Green Park

📏 Distance: 0.89 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
14

Green Park → Hauz Khas

📏 Distance: 1.76 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
15

Hauz Khas → Malviya Nagar

📏 Distance: 1.67 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
16

Malviya Nagar → Saket

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
17

Saket → Qutub Minar

📏 Distance: 1.79 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Jama Masjid

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Delhi Gate

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

ITO

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Mandi House

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Janpath

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Central Secretariat

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Central Secretariat

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Lok Kalyan Marg

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Jor Bagh

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

AIIMS

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Green Park

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Malviya Nagar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Saket

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Qutub Minar

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 Lal Quila to Qutub Minar on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 17 stations on this route, covering 19 km. You need to change trains at Central Secretariat.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Lal Quila?
A: The first metro from Lal Quila 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 Quila to Qutub Minar by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 38 minutes under normal conditions, covering 19 km across 17 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Lal Quila to Qutub Minar?
A: The standard token fare is INR 43. With a smart card, you pay INR 39 (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 Quila to Qutub Minar drops from INR 43 to INR 39.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Lal Quila metro station?
A: Lal Quila has standard metro facilities including ticketing counters and waiting areas.

Q: What facilities are available at Qutub Minar metro station?
A: Qutub Minar offers: Parking. It has been operational since 2010.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Lal Quila to Qutub Minar is a 19 km, 38-minute journey with one interchange at Central Secretariat. At INR 43 (or INR 39 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.

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