🚆 Delhi Metro: Sector 28 to South Extension

The Delhi Metro journey from Sector 28 to South Extension involves an interchange at Lajpat Nagar — from the Purple Line to the Pink Line. Total distance is 20 km with an estimated travel time of 39 minutes across 17 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Purple Line, with an interchange to the Pink Line at Lajpat Nagar. Sector 28 station has been operational since 2010. South Extension station opened in 2018.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~39 minutes

💰 Fare Information

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

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Sector 28

Purple Line
→ Next: mewala_maharajpur (2 min)
2

Mewala Maharajpur

Purple Line
→ Next: nhpc_chowk (2 min)
3

NHPC Chowk

Purple Line
→ Next: sarai (4 min)
4

Sarai

Purple Line
→ Next: badarpur_border (3 min)
5

Badarpur Border

Purple Line
→ Next: tughlakabad (2 min)
6

Tughlakabad

Purple Line
→ Next: mohan_estate (3 min)
7

Mohan Estate

Purple Line
→ Next: sarita_vihar (2 min)
8

Sarita Vihar

Purple Line
→ Next: jasola_apollo (2 min)
9

Jasola Apollo

Purple Line
→ Next: harkesh_nagar_okhla (1 min)
10

Harkesh Nagar Okhla

Purple Line
→ Next: govind_puri (2 min)
11

Govind Puri

Purple Line
→ Next: kalkaji_mandir (1 min)
12

Kalkaji Mandir

Magenta Line
→ Next: nehru_place (1 min)
13

Nehru Place

Purple Line
→ Next: kailash_colony (2 min)
14

Kailash Colony

Purple Line
→ Next: moolchand (2 min)
15

Moolchand

Purple Line
→ Next: lajpat_nagar (1 min)
16

Lajpat Nagar

Purple Line
🏁 Terminal Station
17

Lajpat Nagar

Pink Line
→ Next: south_extension (3 min)
18

South Extension

Pink Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Sector 28 → Mewala Maharajpur

📏 Distance: 1.18 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
2

Mewala Maharajpur → Nhpc Chowk

📏 Distance: 1.02 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

NHPC Chowk → Sarai

📏 Distance: 2.28 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
4

Sarai → Badarpur Border

📏 Distance: 1.70 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
5

Badarpur Border → Tughlakabad

📏 Distance: 1.09 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

Tughlakabad → Mohan Estate

📏 Distance: 1.94 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
7

Mohan Estate → Sarita Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.20 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
8

Sarita Vihar → Jasola Apollo

📏 Distance: 1.15 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
9

Jasola Apollo → Harkesh Nagar Okhla

📏 Distance: 0.97 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
10

Harkesh Nagar Okhla → Govind Puri

📏 Distance: 1.06 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
11

Govind Puri → Kalkaji Mandir

📏 Distance: 0.75 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
12

Kalkaji Mandir → Nehru Place

📏 Distance: 0.76 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
13

Nehru Place → Kailash Colony

📏 Distance: 1.05 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
14

Kailash Colony → Moolchand

📏 Distance: 1.22 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
15

Moolchand → Lajpat Nagar

📏 Distance: 0.75 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
17

Lajpat Nagar → South Extension

📏 Distance: 1.59 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
🔄 Transfer: Pink Line

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Sector 28

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Mewala Maharajpur

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

NHPC Chowk

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Sarai

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Badarpur Border

Available facilities:
Parking ATMs
🚉

Tughlakabad

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Mohan Estate

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Sarita Vihar

Available facilities:
Parking ATMs
🚉

Jasola Apollo

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Harkesh Nagar Okhla

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Govind Puri

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Kalkaji Mandir

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Nehru Place

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Kailash Colony

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Moolchand

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Lajpat Nagar

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Lajpat Nagar

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

South Extension

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 Sector 28 to South Extension on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 17 stations on this route, covering 20 km. You need to change trains at Lajpat Nagar.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Sector 28?
A: The first metro from Sector 28 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 Sector 28 to South Extension by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 39 minutes under normal conditions, covering 20 km across 17 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Sector 28 to South Extension?
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 Sector 28 to South Extension drops from INR 43 to INR 39.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Sector 28 metro station?
A: Sector 28 is equipped with: Toilets. The station has been operational since 2010.

Q: What facilities are available at South Extension metro station?
A: South Extension offers: Parking. It has been operational since 2018.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Sector 28 to South Extension is a 20 km, 39-minute journey with one interchange at Lajpat Nagar. 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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