🚆 Delhi Metro: Sultanpur to Lal Qila

The Delhi Metro journey from Sultanpur to Lal Qila involves an interchange at Central Secretariat — from the Yellow Line to the Purple Line. Total distance is 22 km with an estimated travel time of 43 minutes across 19 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Yellow Line, with an interchange to the Purple Line at Central Secretariat. Sultanpur station has been operational since 2010. Lal Qila station opened in 2017.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
Journey Time: ~43 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 54
🎟️ Discounted: INR 49
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Sultanpur

Yellow Line
Next: chhatarpur (3 min)
2

Chhatarpur

Yellow Line
Next: qutub_minar (2 min)
3

Qutub Minar

Yellow Line
Next: saket (3 min)
4

Saket

Yellow Line
Next: malviya_nagar (1 min)
5

Malviya Nagar

Yellow Line
Next: hauz_khas (3 min)
6

Hauz Khas

Magenta Line
Next: green_park (3 min)
7

Green Park

Yellow Line
Next: aiims (1 min)
8

AIIMS

Yellow Line
Next: ina (1 min)
9

INA

Yellow Line
Next: jor_bagh (2 min)
10

Jor Bagh

Yellow Line
Next: lok_kalyan_marg (2 min)
11

Lok Kalyan Marg

Yellow Line
Next: udyog_bhawan (2 min)
12

Udyog Bhawan

Yellow Line
Next: central_secretariat (0 min)
13

Central Secretariat

Yellow Line
🏁 Terminal Station
14

Central Secretariat

Purple Line
Next: janpath (2 min)
15

Janpath

Purple Line
Next: mandi_house (2 min)
16

Mandi House

Purple Line
Next: ito (1 min)
17

ITO

Purple Line
Next: delhi_gate (2 min)
18

Delhi Gate

Purple Line
Next: jama_masjid (2 min)
19

Jama Masjid

Purple Line
Next: lal_qila (1 min)
20

Lal Qila

Purple Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Sultanpur → Chhatarpur

📏 Distance: 1.57 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
2

Chhatarpur → Qutub Minar

📏 Distance: 1.31 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
3

Qutub Minar → Saket

📏 Distance: 1.79 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
4

Saket → Malviya Nagar

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
5

Malviya Nagar → Hauz Khas

📏 Distance: 1.67 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
6

Hauz Khas → Green Park

📏 Distance: 1.76 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
7

Green Park → Aiims

📏 Distance: 0.89 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

AIIMS → Ina

📏 Distance: 0.77 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
9

INA → Jor Bagh

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
10

Jor Bagh → Lok Kalyan Marg

📏 Distance: 1.31 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
11

Lok Kalyan Marg → Udyog Bhawan

📏 Distance: 1.45 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
12

Udyog Bhawan → Central Secretariat

📏 Distance: 0.49 km
⏱️ Time: N/A min
14

Central Secretariat → Janpath

📏 Distance: 1.29 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
🔄 Transfer: Purple Line
15

Janpath → Mandi House

📏 Distance: 1.42 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
16

Mandi House → Ito

📏 Distance: 0.78 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
17

ITO → Delhi Gate

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
18

Delhi Gate → Jama Masjid

📏 Distance: 1.08 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
19

Jama Masjid → Lal Qila

📏 Distance: 0.82 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Sultanpur

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Chhatarpur

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

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
🚉

Central Secretariat

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Janpath

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Mandi House

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

ITO

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Delhi Gate

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Jama Masjid

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Lal Qila

Available facilities:
Toilets

💡 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 Sultanpur to Lal Qila on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 19 stations on this route, covering 22 km. You need to change trains at Central Secretariat.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Sultanpur?
A: The first metro from Sultanpur 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 Sultanpur to Lal Qila by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 43 minutes under normal conditions, covering 22 km across 19 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Sultanpur to Lal Qila?
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 Sultanpur to Lal Qila drops from INR 54 to INR 49.

Station Facilities

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

Q: What facilities are available at Lal Qila metro station?
A: Lal Qila offers: Toilets. It has been operational since 2017.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Sultanpur to Lal Qila is a 22 km, 43-minute journey with one interchange at Central Secretariat. At INR 54 (or INR 49 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.

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