🚆 Delhi Metro: Moolchand to Jaffrabad
The Delhi Metro journey from Moolchand to Jaffrabad involves an interchange at Central Secretariat — from the Purple Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 19 km with an estimated travel time of 37 minutes across 16 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Purple Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at Central Secretariat. Moolchand station has been operational since 2015. Jaffrabad station opened in 2018.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~37 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 43
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 39
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Moolchand
Purple Line
→
Next:
lajpat_nagar
(1 min)
2
Lajpat Nagar
Purple Line
→
Next:
jangpura
(2 min)
3
Jangpura
Purple Line
→
Next:
jawaharlal_nehru_stadium
(1 min)
4
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
Purple Line
→
Next:
khan_market
(2 min)
5
Khan Market
Purple Line
→
Next:
central_secretariat
(4 min)
6
Central Secretariat
Purple Line
🏁
Terminal Station
7
Central Secretariat
Yellow Line
→
Next:
patel_chowk
(1 min)
8
Patel Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
rajiv_chowk
(2 min)
9
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
new_delhi
(2 min)
10
New Delhi
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chawri_bazar
(1 min)
11
Chawri Bazar
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chandni_chowk
(2 min)
12
Chandni Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
kashmere_gate
(1 min)
13
Kashmere Gate
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
14
Kashmere Gate
Red Line
→
Next:
shastri_park
(4 min)
15
Shastri Park
Red Line
→
Next:
seelampur
(3 min)
16
Seelampur
Red Line
→
Next:
welcome
(2 min)
17
Welcome
Red Line
🏁
Terminal Station
18
Welcome
Pink Line
→
Next:
jaffrabad
(2 min)
19
Jaffrabad
Pink Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
0.75 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.47 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.78 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.50 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
2.19 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
📏
Distance:
0.94 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
🔄
Transfer:
Yellow Line
📏
Distance:
1.17 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.25 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.64 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.18 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.98 km
⏱️
Time:
1 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:
1.25 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Pink Line
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
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
💡 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 Moolchand to Jaffrabad on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 16 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 Moolchand?
A: The first metro from Moolchand 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 Moolchand to Jaffrabad by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 37 minutes under normal conditions, covering 19 km across 16 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Moolchand to Jaffrabad?
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 Moolchand to Jaffrabad drops from INR 43 to INR 39.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Moolchand metro station?
A: Moolchand is equipped with: Parking. The station has been operational since 2015.
Q: What facilities are available at Jaffrabad metro station?
A: Jaffrabad offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2018.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Moolchand to Jaffrabad is a 19 km, 37-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.