🚆 Delhi Metro: Shalimar Bagh to Lajpat Nagar
The Pink Line of the Delhi Metro connects Shalimar Bagh to Lajpat Nagar without any interchange. This direct route covers 24 km in approximately 47 minutes across 16 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Pink Line with no line changes required. Shalimar Bagh station has been operational since 2018. 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
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Journey Time:
~47 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 54
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 49
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Shalimar Bagh
Pink Line
→
Next:
netaji_subhash_place
(2 min)
2
Netaji Subhash Place
Pink Line
→
Next:
shakurpur
(2 min)
3
Shakurpur
Pink Line
→
Next:
punjabi_bagh_west
(3 min)
4
Punjabi Bagh West
Pink Line
→
Next:
esi_hospital
(3 min)
5
ESI Hospital
Pink Line
→
Next:
rajouri_garden
(2 min)
6
Rajouri Garden
Pink Line
→
Next:
mayapuri
(2 min)
7
Mayapuri
Pink Line
→
Next:
naraina_vihar
(3 min)
8
Naraina Vihar
Pink Line
→
Next:
delhi_cantt
(3 min)
9
Delhi Cantt
Pink Line
→
Next:
durgabai_deshmukh_south_campus
(7 min)
10
Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus
Pink Line
→
Next:
sir_vishweshwaraiah_moti_bagh
(2 min)
11
Sir Vishweshwaraiah Moti Bagh
Pink Line
→
Next:
bhikaji_cama_place
(2 min)
12
Bhikaji Cama Place
Pink Line
→
Next:
sarojini_nagar
(2 min)
13
Sarojini Nagar
Pink Line
→
Next:
ina
(2 min)
14
INA
Yellow Line
→
Next:
south_extension
(2 min)
15
South Extension
Pink Line
→
Next:
lajpat_nagar
(3 min)
16
Lajpat Nagar
Purple Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
1.39 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.18 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.77 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.99 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.11 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.49 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.58 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.75 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
3.57 km
⏱️
Time:
7 min
📏
Distance:
1.35 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.50 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.22 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.09 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.23 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.59 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
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 Shalimar Bagh to Lajpat Nagar on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 16 stations on this route, covering 24 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Shalimar Bagh?
A: The first metro from Shalimar Bagh 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 Shalimar Bagh to Lajpat Nagar by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 47 minutes under normal conditions, covering 24 km across 16 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Shalimar Bagh to Lajpat Nagar?
A: The standard token fare is INR 54. With a smart card, you pay INR 49 (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 Shalimar Bagh to Lajpat Nagar drops from INR 54 to INR 49.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Shalimar Bagh metro station?
A: Shalimar Bagh is equipped with: ATMs. The station has been operational since 2018.
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 Shalimar Bagh to Lajpat Nagar is a 24 km, 47-minute journey with no line change. At INR 54 (or INR 49 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.