🚆 Delhi Metro: Qutub Minar to Central Secretariat

The Yellow Line of the Delhi Metro connects Qutub Minar to Central Secretariat without any interchange. This direct route covers 12 km in approximately 24 minutes across 11 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Yellow Line with no line changes required. Qutub Minar station has been operational since 2010. Central Secretariat station opened in 2005.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
Journey Time: ~24 minutes

💰 Fare Information

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

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Qutub Minar

Yellow Line
Next: saket (3 min)
2

Saket

Yellow Line
Next: malviya_nagar (1 min)
3

Malviya Nagar

Yellow Line
Next: hauz_khas (3 min)
4

Hauz Khas

Magenta Line
Next: green_park (3 min)
5

Green Park

Yellow Line
Next: aiims (1 min)
6

AIIMS

Yellow Line
Next: ina (1 min)
7

INA

Yellow Line
Next: jor_bagh (2 min)
8

Jor Bagh

Yellow Line
Next: lok_kalyan_marg (2 min)
9

Lok Kalyan Marg

Yellow Line
Next: udyog_bhawan (2 min)
10

Udyog Bhawan

Yellow Line
Next: central_secretariat (0 min)
11

Central Secretariat

Yellow Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Qutub Minar → Saket

📏 Distance: 1.79 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
2

Saket → Malviya Nagar

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
3

Malviya Nagar → Hauz Khas

📏 Distance: 1.67 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
4

Hauz Khas → Green Park

📏 Distance: 1.76 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
5

Green Park → Aiims

📏 Distance: 0.89 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
6

AIIMS → Ina

📏 Distance: 0.77 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
7

INA → Jor Bagh

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
8

Jor Bagh → Lok Kalyan Marg

📏 Distance: 1.31 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
9

Lok Kalyan Marg → Udyog Bhawan

📏 Distance: 1.45 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
10

Udyog Bhawan → Central Secretariat

📏 Distance: 0.49 km
⏱️ Time: N/A min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Qutub Minar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Saket

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Malviya Nagar

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Green Park

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

AIIMS

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

INA

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Jor Bagh

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Lok Kalyan Marg

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Udyog Bhawan

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Central Secretariat

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 Qutub Minar to Central Secretariat on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 11 stations on this route, covering 12 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Qutub Minar?
A: The first metro from Qutub Minar 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 Qutub Minar to Central Secretariat by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 24 minutes under normal conditions, covering 12 km across 11 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Qutub Minar to Central Secretariat?
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 Qutub Minar to Central Secretariat drops from INR 43 to INR 39.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Qutub Minar metro station?
A: Qutub Minar is equipped with: Parking. The station has been operational since 2010.

Q: What facilities are available at Central Secretariat metro station?
A: Central Secretariat offers: Parking. It has been operational since 2005.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Qutub Minar to Central Secretariat is a 12 km, 24-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.

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