🚆 Delhi Metro: Patel Chowk to Qutub Minar
The Yellow Line of the Delhi Metro connects Patel Chowk to Qutub Minar without any interchange. This direct route covers 13 km in approximately 26 minutes across 12 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Yellow Line with no line changes required. Patel Chowk station has been operational since 2005. Qutub Minar station opened in 2010.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
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Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
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Journey Time:
~26 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 43
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 39
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Patel Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
central_secretariat
(1 min)
2
Central Secretariat
Yellow Line
→
Next:
udyog_bhawan
(0 min)
3
Udyog Bhawan
Yellow Line
→
Next:
lok_kalyan_marg
(2 min)
4
Lok Kalyan Marg
Yellow Line
→
Next:
jor_bagh
(2 min)
5
Jor Bagh
Yellow Line
→
Next:
ina
(2 min)
6
INA
Yellow Line
→
Next:
aiims
(1 min)
7
AIIMS
Yellow Line
→
Next:
green_park
(1 min)
8
Green Park
Yellow Line
→
Next:
hauz_khas
(3 min)
9
Hauz Khas
Magenta Line
→
Next:
malviya_nagar
(3 min)
10
Malviya Nagar
Yellow Line
→
Next:
saket
(1 min)
11
Saket
Yellow Line
→
Next:
qutub_minar
(3 min)
12
Qutub Minar
Yellow Line
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Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
0.94 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.49 km
⏱️
Time:
N/A min
📏
Distance:
1.45 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.31 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.30 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.77 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.89 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.76 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.67 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
0.92 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.79 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
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 Patel Chowk to Qutub Minar on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 12 stations on this route, covering 13 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Patel Chowk?
A: The first metro from Patel Chowk 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 Patel Chowk to Qutub Minar by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 26 minutes under normal conditions, covering 13 km across 12 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Patel Chowk 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 Patel Chowk to Qutub Minar drops from INR 43 to INR 39.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Patel Chowk metro station?
A: Patel Chowk is equipped with: Toilets. The station has been operational since 2005.
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 Patel Chowk to Qutub Minar is a 13 km, 26-minute journey with no line change. At INR 43 (or INR 39 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.