🚆 Delhi Metro: Qutub Minar to Moolchand

The Delhi Metro journey from Qutub Minar to Moolchand involves an interchange at INA — from the Yellow Line to the Pink Line. Total distance is 11 km with an estimated travel time of 22 minutes across 10 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Yellow Line, with an interchange to the Pink Line at INA. Qutub Minar station has been operational since 2010. Moolchand station opened in 2015.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
Journey Time: ~22 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 32
🎟️ Discounted: INR 29
💳 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
🏁 Terminal Station
8

INA

Pink Line
Next: south_extension (2 min)
9

South Extension

Pink Line
Next: lajpat_nagar (3 min)
10

Lajpat Nagar

Pink Line
🏁 Terminal Station
11

Lajpat Nagar

Purple Line
Next: moolchand (1 min)
12

Moolchand

Purple 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
8

INA → South Extension

📏 Distance: 1.23 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
🔄 Transfer: Pink Line
9

South Extension → Lajpat Nagar

📏 Distance: 1.59 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
11

Lajpat Nagar → Moolchand

📏 Distance: 0.75 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
🔄 Transfer: Purple Line

🏢 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
🚉

INA

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

South Extension

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Lajpat Nagar

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Lajpat Nagar

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Moolchand

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 Moolchand on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 10 stations on this route, covering 11 km. You need to change trains at INA.

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 Moolchand by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 22 minutes under normal conditions, covering 11 km across 10 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Qutub Minar to Moolchand?
A: The standard token fare is INR 32. With a smart card, you pay INR 29 (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 Moolchand drops from INR 32 to INR 29.

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 Moolchand metro station?
A: Moolchand offers: Parking. It has been operational since 2015.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Qutub Minar to Moolchand is a 11 km, 22-minute journey with one interchange at INA. At INR 32 (or INR 29 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.

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