🚆 Delhi Metro: Seelampur to Lajpat Nagar
The Delhi Metro journey from Seelampur to Lajpat Nagar involves an interchange at Kashmere Gate — from the Red Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 16 km with an estimated travel time of 31 minutes across 13 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Red Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at Kashmere Gate. Seelampur station has been operational since 2017. Lajpat Nagar station opened in 2018.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
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Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~31 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 43
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 39
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Seelampur
Red Line
→
Next:
shastri_park
(3 min)
2
Shastri Park
Red Line
→
Next:
kashmere_gate
(4 min)
3
Kashmere Gate
Red Line
🏁
Terminal Station
4
Kashmere Gate
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chandni_chowk
(1 min)
5
Chandni Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
chawri_bazar
(2 min)
6
Chawri Bazar
Yellow Line
→
Next:
new_delhi
(1 min)
7
New Delhi
Yellow Line
→
Next:
rajiv_chowk
(2 min)
8
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
patel_chowk
(2 min)
9
Patel Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
central_secretariat
(1 min)
10
Central Secretariat
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
11
Central Secretariat
Purple Line
→
Next:
khan_market
(4 min)
12
Khan Market
Purple Line
→
Next:
jawaharlal_nehru_stadium
(2 min)
13
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
Purple Line
→
Next:
jangpura
(1 min)
14
Jangpura
Purple Line
→
Next:
lajpat_nagar
(2 min)
15
Lajpat Nagar
Purple Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
1.63 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
2.15 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
📏
Distance:
0.98 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
🔄
Transfer:
Yellow Line
📏
Distance:
1.18 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.64 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.25 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.17 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.94 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
2.19 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
🔄
Transfer:
Purple Line
📏
Distance:
1.50 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.78 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.47 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🏢 Station Facilities
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
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ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
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Parking
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Parking
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Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
💡 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 Seelampur to Lajpat Nagar on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 13 stations on this route, covering 16 km. You need to change trains at Kashmere Gate.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Seelampur?
A: The first metro from Seelampur 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 Seelampur to Lajpat Nagar by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 31 minutes under normal conditions, covering 16 km across 13 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Seelampur to Lajpat Nagar?
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 Seelampur to Lajpat Nagar drops from INR 43 to INR 39.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Seelampur metro station?
A: Seelampur has standard metro facilities including ticketing counters and waiting areas. The station has been operational since 2017.
Q: What facilities are available at Lajpat Nagar metro station?
A: Lajpat Nagar offers: Toilets, ATMs. It has been operational since 2018.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Seelampur to Lajpat Nagar is a 16 km, 31-minute journey with one interchange at Kashmere Gate. At INR 43 (or INR 39 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.